Energy Engineer PE II

ENFRA LLC•Coppell, TX

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About The Position

The Energy Engineer PE II is responsible for standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies. They are also responsible for the evaluation and optimization of energy consumption for commercial buildings and applicable systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
7+ Years of Experience in a related field.
Advanced knowledge of commercial HVAC systems.
Experience with energy savings projects.
Experience with life cycle cost analyses.
Experience in analyzing utility data.
At least 1 of the following: CEM, CMVP, CEP, CEA, EEP, or BEP certifications through the Association of Energy Engineers or equivalent.
Registered Professional Engineer.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft applications.
Performs work under minimal supervision.
Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.
Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.
May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.
Critical thinking skills.
Problem solving skills.
Mathematic skills.
Computer skills.
Technical expertise.
Leadership skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience with energy modeling software.
Experience with building automation systems.
Experience with energy efficiency programs.
Experience in managing teams and people.
Experience with data analytics tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Python, Tableau, Jupyter Notebook, or R.
Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Frequently interact with clients, contractors, and engineers to fulfill the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. This position may also include supervisory responsibilities.
Analyzes, develops and evaluates systems.
Improves and maintains current systems or creates brand new projects.
Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field and manages projects.
Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
Collect, compile, organize, and analyze utility consumption data and rates.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of utility supply-side opportunities.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of utility procurement logistics.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of possible utility energy efficiency rebate and incentive programs.
Research utility rate changes and deregulated energy cost trends.
Conduct energy benchmarks using internal and external tools such as EPA Energy Star.
Review utility invoices for errors and work to resolve the errors with the utility.
Create utility budgets.
Collect, review, and analyze data from field surveys and utility data.
Develop a thorough understanding of existing building and its MEP systems.
Identify and evaluate improvements for energy or cost reductions.
Develop associated technical reports.
Develop and Implement IPVMP - Adherent Measurement and Verification (M&V) Plans.
Develop energy consumption baselines and adjustments through regression analysis and other appropriate methods.
Coordinate with clients, utility representatives, energy analysts, engineers, construction managers, and commission agents during all appropriate project stages to assist in the design and implementation of M&V plans for continuous monitoring of energy and water performance.
Review design documents, M&E specifications, and shop drawings of applicable metering systems to confirm all M&V requirements are met.
Verify utility performance of facilities and validate savings.
Review and analyze energy performance including data collection, utility bill accounting, sub-metering data analysis, and utility cost analysis.
Create, maintain, and distribute M&V dashboards and reports through multiple software platforms.
Collect and evaluate energy, weather, and building automation data on some periodic basis.
Review data and identify facility operational issues affecting energy consumption, comfort, and/or code compliance.
Develop recommendations to address any identified operational issues.
Prepare reports for project stakeholders summarizing all discoveries.
Develop engineering-based energy models to simulate existing and proposed operations of buildings or systems.
Work collaboratively with team members to identify and evaluate scope of potential improvements.
Develop life cycle cost analyses and other engineering economic analyses.
Develop supporting documentation on engineering calculations, methodologies, etc. as required.
Uphold the Company owner advocacy philosophy, mission, and core values.
Perform the assigned duties with minimal supervision, while working in a team problem-solving environment.
Develop technical reports or related documents.
Mentor and train Energy Analysts, Senior Energy Analysts, and Energy Engineers as required.
Manage the day-to-day activities of Energy Analysts, Senior Energy Analysts, or Energy Engineers that may be under your direct supervision.