Associate Energy Engineer
About The Position
The Associate Energy Engineer works with existing Siemens customers in the greater Cincinnati, Ohio area to improve facility energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. The role conducts facility site visits, analyzes current conditions, and develops plans for Facility Improvement Measures (FIMs). It also supports sales and operations in developing, procuring, and executing performance contracts. The engineer performs preliminary audits and site surveys, evaluates building systems and energy-saving opportunities, develops energy models and FIM concepts, and prepares technical and financial analyses. The role also supports performance assurance planning and monitors project performance, particularly for projects with guaranteed savings.
Requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of energy demand-side savings and ability to evaluate savings potential.
- Knowledge of mechanical HVAC systems and/or design.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience with Microsoft Office.
- At least 21 years of age and a valid driver’s license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements for Siemens’ fleet vehicle program.
- Verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States continually and permanently without company sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Energy Manager or Engineer in Training certification.
- At least one year of experience in the energy industry supporting performance-based projects or energy services.
Responsibilities
- Perform preliminary facility audits to identify Facility Improvement Measures (FIMs) and other opportunities.
- Coordinate and participate in facility site visits and communicate with outside vendors regarding FIMs.
- Assist sales in identifying and qualifying potential performance-contracting projects.
- Develop preliminary performance-contracting proposals.
- Analyze blueprints and perform site surveys to identify mechanical, electrical, and controls systems and determine facility operational characteristics.
- Use building energy simulation programs to develop energy, cooling, and heating load-building models.
- Develop design concepts for recommended FIMs, including descriptions, savings potential, cost estimates, and data to verify the measures.
- Prepare financial models related to repayment, including return on investment, life-cycle costs, and internal rate of return.
- Evaluate energy supply-side savings opportunities, trash management, co-generation, and water-conservation strategies for performance contracts.
- Assist in creating performance assurance plans and performance contracts.
- Monitor project performance, particularly for projects that guarantee savings.
Benefits
- Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits; details are available through the linked benefits website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
