Senior Energy Engineer

Nenni and Associates; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Energy Engineer to drive energy efficiency projects. In this role, you will execute facility audits, analyze energy systems, and propose innovative solutions to enhance energy conservation. Your expertise in HVAC and energy modeling will be pivotal in recommending technology upgrades and ensuring successful project implementation. Join a forward-thinking company that values sustainability and innovation, offering you the chance to make a significant impact in energy conservation while collaborating with a dynamic team of professionals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in energy efficiency modeling and analysis.
• Expertise in HVAC and building energy systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility audits to identify energy conservation opportunities.
• Propose energy conservation measures and prepare analyses.

Skills

Energy Efficiency Modeling

Building Energy Systems

HVAC Systems

Data Analysis

Energy Audits

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Advanced Degree in Engineering

Tools

Energy-Modeling Software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Senior Energy Engineer
Key responsibilities include:

• Executing and supervising facility audits to pinpoint energy/water conservation opportunities.
• Gathering utility, facility, operations, and other data essential for identifying energy conservation measures (ECMs).
• Proposing ECMs and preparing energy analyses for facilities and/or systems.
• Scrutinizing blueprints to evaluate mechanical, electrical, and control systems and determining facility operational characteristics.
• Conducting detailed analyses for mechanical and control system energy improvements, utilizing custom tools, spreadsheets, and/or energy-modeling software.
• Recommending energy-efficient design solutions and technology upgrades, substantiated by accurate descriptions, measured and logged energy data, savings calculations, and cost estimates.
• Developing plans and protocols for Measurement & Verification, commissioning, and post-implementation Operations & Maintenance.
• Coordinating the integration of design engineering, project construction, start-up/turnover, and subsequent Operations & Maintenance procedures for energy projects.
• Identifying potential projects with ECMs (e.g., technical, construction, price, schedule, environmental considerations, warranties, performance guarantees) and collaborating on risk mitigation plans.
• Overseeing the engineering analyses and technical support provided by project subcontractors.

Preferred qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Over 5 years of experience in energy efficiency modeling and analysis.
• Expertise in building energy systems (e.g., HVAC, controls, central utilities, etc.).
• Preferred experience in implementing energy conservation and performance contracts.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or an equivalent discipline (mechanical discipline is preferred).
• Consideration for an advanced degree in engineering.
• Preferential consideration for PE certification.