Evening Energy Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

• Develop a strategy for energy savings Measurement & Verification.
• Compile required project deliverables associated with required tasks
• Develop a road map of the onsite energy manager process for online publishing.
• Initiate and develop an energy management plan within the first three months of beginning the project.
• Work with the data services team to develop and maintain an energy tracking and monitoring system.
• This will include compiling monthly energy consumption and cost data for all electric and natural gas utility meters along with building submeters (when applicable).
• Develop and maintain a cross-functional energy team and hold monthly meetings.
• Conduct walkthrough audits and create reports that identify savings opportunities for further investigation.
• Review maintenance operational schedules and procedures to identify opportunities for operational savings and develop preventative maintenance plans.
• Schedule at least one employee training session to address the identified operational energy saving opportunities.
• Develop and propose energy-savings projects, including developing the business case for implementing the projects.
• Manage energy saving projects related to capital improvements, low and no cost operational initiatives, preventative maintenance, HVAC and lighting controls, and behavior change, in collaboration with the Facilities Department.
• Report progress to NYSERDA: participate in NYSERDA kick-off and exit meetings and project management check-ins with NYSERDA via conference call at least once per month.
• Provide quarterly savings reports that document results from both capital upgrades and operational changes. Provide a final report that documents overall effort and progress toward facility energy reduction goal.
• Develop a case study of the energy manager pilot, including savings metrics, for online publishing.
• Analyze building utility price structure and consumption data (electricity, natural gas, water) for trends and anomalies.
• Attend board and committee meetings as requested, typically after 5:00 PM.
• Able work out of the Brooklyn on-site office 20 hours per week. 

• Perform building walk-throughs as needed, recommend energy and water efficiency upgrades and low-cost/no-cost operational improvements.
• Prepare building energy reports with estimated savings, implementation strategies, and return-on-investment.
• Attend board meetings as required (often at night and in-person) to explain and pitch energy offerings.
• Create target lists of buildings based on energy spend or usage and propose services to generate savings.
• Develop high ROI/prescriptive measure programs that will help drive building energy reduction.
• Represent and present on behalf of FirstService Energy at industry related events.
• Maintain relationships with vendors, municipalities, local NGOs to support energy project implementation.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to stand for 2+ hours at a time as needed.
• Experience with combined heat and power systems/CHP/Cogen
• Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, or another related field
• Hold one or more energy-related certifications: CEM, EBCP, CBCP, LEED O&M
• 7+ years’ experience working in energy management, building science, sustainability, energy auditing/consulting.
• Advanced knowledge of building mechanical systems (boilers, chillers, cooling towers, PTACs, thermal and DHW distribution systems, BAS, Heat Pumps, Distributed Generation).
• Advanced knowledge of steam distribution systems and Energy Management boiler systems
• Able to travel to buildings in the region as needed to conduct fieldwork and attend meetings.
• Available to attend evening board meetings and special events after 5:00 pm.
• Physically able to climb ladders and walk interior and exterior buildings spaces.

• Worked with utility state/utility incentive programs
• Knowledge of electric vehicles & charging technology.
• Experience with Cozy/Kelvin units and or Runwise platform
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Able to work independently and in a team to accomplish goals/targets
• Knowledge of local energy regulations and by-laws/ordinances in NYC
• Knowledge of energy management, HVAC equipment and controls, lighting systems, Building Management Systems/Building Automation Systems, energy audit methodology, and potential energy conservation measures.
• Ability to identify and implement energy saving opportunities related to operational initiatives, preventative maintenance, and capital improvements.
• Demonstrated business acumen and leadership skills necessary for effectively presenting energy saving projects to the administration.
• Comfortable presenting technical energy information in-person and virtually to varied audiences including client board members, internal associates, and public stakeholders.
• Ability to utilize computers and relevant software such as Microsoft Excel and Word and HVAC controls programs.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify and implement effective solutions, and achieve results.
• Ability to effectively interact as a team member with the goal of achieving shared objectives.
• Experienced in energy management and carbon reduction strategies in multifamily/condominium/strata/high-rise buildings.
• Have strong interpersonal skills to build great relationships with internal and external individuals/teams.
• Open-minded which allows you to embrace a culture of continuous learning and sharing of ideas.

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