Wastewater

Cascade Energy•Portland, OR

9d•$68,090 - $159,720

About The Position

We are seeking a Water and Wastewater Energy Efficiency Engineer II (or Water and Wastewater Energy Efficiency Engineer I or Sr. Engineer I level) who will be responsible for leading and implementing existing and new Strategic Energy Management (SEM) efforts for our utility and industrial clients. The W/WW EE Engineer coaches municipal and industrial organizations to form energy teams, set goals, and implement measures to get moving on the path to reduced consumption and GHG emissions. This is a technical role that requires a deep understanding of municipal water or wastewater plant operations; the role also requires a high level of customer engagement that results in generating work from existing and new clients. The W/WW EE Engineer delivers training and services to clients via long term relationships, while taking the lead to continuously improve SEM and its processes. The W/WW EE Engineer acts as a facilitator, educator, and technical liaison between our industry’s stakeholders: the plant staff and management, the consultants, the vendors, the regulators, and the electric utility.

Requirements

A.A/B.S /B.A in mechanical, chemical, civil engineering, or other applicable fields
At least 5 years of experience in municipal water or wastewater operations, maintenance, management, or design
Strong analysis skills using MS Excel
Progressive experience in the management or design of water distribution and treatment systems, or wastewater collection, conveyance, treatment systems, and processes
Experience and strong understanding of the regulatory framework within which municipal facilities operate
Experience with U.S. local, state, regional, and federal funding strategies, and regulations relevant to water/wastewater utilities in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Regional network of professional contacts and involvement within the W/WW industry in the Pacific Northwest region
Experience with industrial energy efficiency

Responsibilities

Engage with clients (mostly municipal water and wastewater) over the long term and coach them toward operational improvements that achieve energy efficient outcomes
Perform customer site visits to assess municipal water and wastewater operations from a technical and operational perspective, with a focus on improving energy efficient operations
Facilitate regional W/WW workshops and seminars for SEM participants
Facilitate and communicate energy performance reporting, with occasional Excel-based modeling and analysis of water/wastewater facility performance
Prepare feasibility reports for energy efficiency projects with existing systems and conduct design reviews of expansions, upgrades, and greenfield projects
Provide technical services and customer support within various electric utility conservation programs
Provide project oversight to ensure progress and high-quality deliverables are on time
Interface with electric utilities, water/wastewater utilities, design consultants, and the regulatory community as needed to support SEM participant progress
Identify and engage water/wastewater facilities as potential participants in incentive programs. Identify opportunities to generate additional work from current clients

Benefits

health, vision, FSA or HSA options with an employer contribution
life insurance
short- and long-term disability insurance
paid parental leave
401k retirement plan with a guaranteed 3% contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
annual cash performance bonus
paid vacation, sick time, and an inclusive, flexible paid holiday policy
wellbeing contribution of $500 for HSA, FSA, or LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account)

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