Energy Engineer - Phoenix, AZ

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Role Summary/Purpose: In this role you will be responsible for identifying and quantifying the opportunity for projects involving demand response, energy efficiency, power projects, and energy management and operating improvements to major energy using equipment at customer facilities. The position will involve the conduct of field audits, development of the technical case for the offering, interfacing with the customer during the proposal process and report writing, and development of comprehensive designs for efficiency improvements.

FOCUS: Demand Response, Energy Auditing, Lighting Design and Retrofits, HVAC Efficiency and Performance Improvements, Indoor Air Quality improvements, Efficient Motor Systems, Energy Management Strategies, Energy/Building Systems Controls, Performance Contracting, Co-generation feasibility studies, Steam Optimization studies, Asset Optimization, etc.

Essential Responsibilities:
Develop detailed cost estimates for customized services. Coordinate external estimates from engineering personnel, vendors, and contractors. Provide detailed description of project scope and pricing parameters for proposals and contracts. The successful incumbent will conduct preliminary and investment-grade field audits of customer facilities to identify opportunities for energy efficiency or operational improvements. In this position, you will prepare analysis and reports recommending cost-effective measures for energy improvements. Key responsibilities include preparing designs and specifications for the equipment (e.g. lighting, chillers, Co-Gens, VSD’s) necessary to achieve energy improvements. Additionally, you will evaluate end-use energy cost under various available delivery rate and supply scenarios. This includes the preparation of the technical aspects of performance and efficiency improvement contracts while keeping abreast of new technologies supporting efficient energy utilization through reading, meeting with suppliers and attending seminars. You will also evaluate the financial viability of any planned projects. The role entails assurance of coordination between the Energy Efficiency Services Group and the Delivery Teams Engineer and Project Manager.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field or the equivalent in related experience
• Requires a strong background in building systems (HVAC, lighting, building automation systems), strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to communicate complex technical energy-use concepts to non-technical and non-financial people and a thorough understanding of utility rates
• Minimum 7 years of progressively more responsible experience in the area of energy end-use and conservation
• Must be creative, customer-focused and have vision for the business.

Qualifications Desired:

• Additional study in the energy market highly desirable.
• CEM certification desirable and previous leadership experience is a plus.

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and positive working environment.