Project Staff Engineer

Job Summary

Work as a Project Staff Engineer in the Customer Energy Solutions organization, utilizing a broad knowledge of business and energy engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive field and academic experience. Job is to provide engineering support for energy efficiency projects for various energy efficiency programs, with a focus on the energy savings estimates. This includes the technical evaluation of investment grade audits conducted by third parties, the technical evaluation of engineering design documents and energy models for projects, and technical review of projects during and after construction to ensure projects are achieving estimated savings. The position will be responsible for reviewing technical designs and estimate savings of multimillion-dollar projects based on technical resource manuals, and sound energy engineering principles. Position will also be responsible for reviewing, overseeing, QA/QC of small and mid-sized projects, as well as overseeing models and processes to ensure that projects are cost effective.

Job Responsibilities

• Interface with Client associates, vendors, customers, and outside consultants to assure the program rules and requirements are maintained, the projects are cost effective, and the information needed for management and regulatory reporting is accurate and timely.
• Identify, assess, examine, and standardize complex energy savings analysis within the various Commercial & Industrial and Multifamily programs.
• Utilize a broad knowledge of business and engineering principles and practices, including financial and cost management, acquired through progressive experience.
• Develop technical documentation and engineering calculators to streamline technical reviews and improve on quality of deliverables.
  
  

Job Specific Qualifications

Required:

• B.S. in Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years of experience related to Energy Efficiency Projects or Project Management of construction, HVAC or mechanical projects in Industrial & Commercial sectors.
• Must be knowledgeable of Commercial & Industrial and Multifamily energy savings measures and techniques.
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards (ASHRAE, NJ Technical Reference Manual, etc.), building codes and best practices.
• Applicant must have effective problem-solving, analytical thinking, decision-making skills, strong planning and organizing skills, must be adaptable and be results-oriented.
• Clear and concise writing and verbal (oral and written) communications skills are essential.
• Possess demonstrated leadership skills on critical projects or initiatives.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel & MS Word)
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within Client territory to conduct meetings with customers and constituents and manage relationships with contractors.
• Candidate must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity. Successful candidate must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.
• Ability to work independently.
  
  

Desired:

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) from AEE
• LEED Certification, P.E. License, Lean Six Sigma Certification
• Advanced skills in Excel such as complex formulas and VBA Macros
• Experience with building simulation and code compliance software (i.e. eQUEST, Client, TRACE 3D, etc.)
• Familiarity with energy saving methodologies for advanced building controls.