Energy Efficiency Engineer

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Willdan Energy Solutions (WES) is seeking a talented individual to fill the role of Energy Efficiency Engineer in its newly created Chicago office. The Energy Efficiency Engineer will be a core member of the growing Chicago team as well as participate in national WES projects.  

Position requirements include:

• Education and Credentials
• Minimum 3 years of experience serving in an engineering capacity
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• EIT or PE preferred
• LEED accreditation preferred
• Project Management
• Ability to manage energy efficiency projects from conception to implementation to verification, including sales support

Technical Background

• Ability to estimate savings and costs to calculate ROI for customers
• Ability to perform detailed energy savings calculations and spreadsheet analysis
• Familiarity with HVAC equipment in multiple building types and uses
• Proven ability to identify Energy Efficiency Measures, estimate savings and costs, and calculate ROI
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards
• Ability to write and review Measurement and Verification (M&V) plans
• Experience with standard energy modeling tools such as eQUEST or Trane Trace
• Ability to perform systematic quality control reviews

Preferred Skills

• A combination of technical expertise and the ability to communicate and sell ideas
• A high level of interest in improving energy efficiency in buildings
• Self starting nature with the ability to see tasks through to completion
• Experience with design, commissioning, retro-commissioning or similar analysis of various building types
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal skills