Project Engineer

Veolia NA; Sauget (IL); On-site; USD 76,800 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia NA is seeking a project development engineer in Sauget, Illinois, responsible for site surveys, energy analysis, and proposal preparation. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 5-7 years of experience in large energy projects, including knowledge of modeling software and the US energy services market. Competitive salary of $76,800 to $96,000 per year, complemented by comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ experience in the technical development of large energy projects.
• Experienced in various sectors bringing innovative energy services solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and data collection on existing Client sites.
• Analyze opportunities for technical and operational improvements.
• Prepare Technical Sections of Client proposals.

Skills

Background in thermodynamics

Working knowledge of modeling software such as Gatecycle or Thermoflow

Microsoft office products including Office, Excel, Project and Visio

Excellent interpersonal skills

Resourceful and proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Distributed Generation Certified professional (DGCP)

Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Modeling software such as Gatecycle or Thermoflow

Job description

Position Purpose

Responsible for project development engineering activities, from first site visit through implementation to start up and commissioning, including:

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Site surveys and data collection on existing Client sites
• Benchmarking of current site energy and operating costs
• Analysis of opportunities for technical and operational improvements
• Development of conceptual design
• Costing of capital projects with and without external contractors
• Costing of operation and maintenance components
• Technical / cost modeling
• Preparation of Technical Sections of Client proposals
• Support Business Development with Client presentations
• Interface with other Group experts, including within Dalkia France, Dalkia UK, Veolia Water North America, Veolia Environmental Services, Veolia Transport and external contractors and consultants, etc.
• Develop and manage external technical relationships with consultants, contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, etc.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a concentration in cogeneration, chillers / refrigeration, power distribution systems and controls
• 5 – 7 years’ experience in the technical development of large energy projects
• Experience of working across various sectors. Ability to bring innovative energy services solutions

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Background in thermodynamics to model combined heat and power (CHP) and chilled water systems and conceptualize and evaluate improvement projects
• Working knowledge of modeling software such as Gatecycle or Thermoflow
• Operational experience, not solely a theorist
• Microsoft office products including Office, excel, project and Visio
• Motivated and dynamic person with ability to work independently and part of a team
• Resourceful and proactive person who enjoys working on a small team
• Good interpersonal skills
• Experienced and self-sufficient engineer, with knowledge of
  • Central utility plants including boilers, chillers, compressed air, cogeneration, HVAC
  • Utility distribution systems including steam, hot and cold water, compressed air, chilled water, electricity, lighting, HVAC
  • Energy process optimization
  • Mechanical and electrical facilities management
  • Modeling software such as Gatecycle or Thermoflow
• Excellent knowledge of the US energy services market including:
  • US energy markets (natural gas, oil, coal and electricity), prices, legislation, suppliers, influences, supply contracts, associated financial markets and derivatives
  • Local regulations for energy plant design, installation and operation (such as boiler manning requirements etc),
  • Environmental regulations, emissions trading markets
  • Players in the US energy services market and their respective focus, skills and expertise
  • A network of technical experts, contractors, consultants and manufacturers

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Distributed Generation Certified professional (DGCP)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Pay Range

$76800 to $96000 per year

Benefits

Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.