Staff Engineer I

Environmental Health & Engineering, Inc; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to environmental health and engineering solutions! As a Staff Engineer I, you'll be part of a dynamic team focused on energy optimization and decarbonization efforts. This role offers a blend of fieldwork and data analysis, allowing you to engage with clients and contribute to impactful projects. You'll leverage your engineering knowledge to help clients achieve their energy goals while developing your skills in a supportive environment. If you're eager to learn and make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• BS degree in relevant engineering or construction management required.
• 3+ years of experience in construction or engineering fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data for energy optimization and emissions reduction.
• Support communication with stakeholders and manage project tasks effectively.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Education

BS in Construction Management

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Modeling Software

Database Software

Job description

EH&E, a 100% employee-owned company, provides businesses and institutions with innovative and cost saving solutions for their health and safety, environmental and engineering needs. Our mission is to protect people, businesses and the environment. We achieve this by offering a broad range of services from indoor air quality assessment, energy management solutions, regulatory compliance and management, infection prevention programs, independent building commissioning – and more! EH&E is a trusted partner engaged with recognized leaders in healthcare, top-notch academic and research institutions, Fortune 500 companies, large scale enterprises and government agencies.

Headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, our sustainable office space was designed based on the WELL Building standard, a program to advance health and well-being in the workplace.

Location: Newton, MA

Job Id:261

# of Openings:1

Job Summary:

As a part of EH&E’s Commissioning, Engineering & Energy team, a Staff Engineer I will contribute to various project teams focused on energy and emissions optimization, commissioning, retro-commissioning, data collection and analysis, forensic engineering, and decarbonization of the built environment. Our staff are subject matter experts that help clients meet their energy and emissions goals, restore or improve performance of their buildings, and make timely, strategic decisions about their facilities and their organizations. The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to learn quickly, proactively, and independently, leveraging colleagues and available resources to get up to speed on existing service offerings and to ultimately help improve and expand EH&E’s capabilities.

A typical day might include data collection or equipment inspection in the field, as well as data analysis or reporting in the office. This position reports to a senior staff member in commissioning, engineering, and energy.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Data Collection

• Collects facility, system, equipment, and resource data both in the field at client sites and virtually from electronic documents.
• Reviews, digests, and uses information from industry sources such as project contract documents, construction drawings, building and energy codes, engineering handbooks, climate data repositories, life cycle databases, manufacturer performance specifications, research papers, and other published works.
• Displays organization, attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a curiosity about concepts that are unique or new to them.
• Interfaces with clients and colleagues in a positive, professional, and respectful manner.
• Keeps current on industry news, such as code updates, technology, legislation, and client markets.

Data Analysis

• Tasked with organizing and leading an effort(s) to process collected data using existing tools and templates.
• Documents assumptions, data sources, and judgments to facilitate quality control and support future data update management.
• Learns and adapts to new analysis platforms, including modeling software, spreadsheet and database software, and scripting/code development platforms. May support identification, development, and/or vetting of analysis.

Communication

• Supports meetings and/or presentations with internal and external stakeholders.
• The successful candidate will work to grow into a consultant and subject matter expert who can share their opinion with a wide range of stakeholders in a thoughtful and articulate manner.
• Communicates clearly in writing to colleagues, clients, and partners. Supports writing of memos, reports, proposals, and other written communications for internal and external stakeholders.
• The successful candidate will work to grow into a consultant and subject matter expert who can document their findings and judgments in an organized, digestible manner for various types of audiences.
• Takes coaching and constructive criticism professionally and productively. Provides constructive and thoughtful feedback.
• Adheres to project and task timelines. Produces deliverables which are complete and timely.
• Manages time and priorities effectively. Communicates challenges as they arise and navigates different internal and external tasks appropriately.
• Supports quality control and quality assurance processes by conforming to or creating new operating procedures and best practices. Works with reviewers to refine deliverables, to catch errors or omissions, and to clearly document work.
• Manages tasks in small projects, ability to track budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Guides colleagues and support staff through tasks or project requirements.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance on assigned projects.
• Reinforces EH&E’s business integrity and supports client retention through positive, professional, respectful, and knowledgeable interactions with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Construction Management, Mechanical/Facilities, Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years of experience required.
• Construction or engineering fields preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or PE is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in the field with clients and contractors, working with your hands in a limited capacity, while also being suited to work in an office to analyze data and write reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Exposure to databases and programming are preferred.
• Experience with reading and understanding construction drawings, equipment specifications, engineering data, and technical reports is preferred.
• Experience with Mechanical-Electrical-Plumbing (MEP) system performance, testing, and troubleshooting is preferred.
• Willingness to adjust to changing project needs, which can include travel and off-hours work.