Engineer I, II, or Senior - Energy Efficiency

Idaho Power Company•Boise, ID

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Idaho Power is looking for an Engineer I, II, or Senior to join their Customer Relations and Energy Efficiency Programs team. This role is crucial in encouraging cost-effective energy savings for commercial and industrial customers by investigating new efficient technologies for facility system operation and maintenance. The position is based in Boise, Idaho, with flexible schedules and the opportunity for up to 40% remote work. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution OR Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from a non-ABET accredited institution and a PE license.
Engineer I – 0 - 2 years related experience.
Engineer II – 2 or more years of related experience.
Senior Engineer – 6 years of related engineering experience OR 5 years of related engineering experience plus PE or advanced engineering degree, and 3 years in the area of expertise.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position.
Knowledge of General engineering principles.
Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering and energy efficiency, commercial and industrial processes and facilities and their business environment.
Knowledge of Mechanical system energy analysis tools and programs.
Knowledge of Energy codes and industry standards.
Knowledge of Energy efficient technologies.
Knowledge of Rotating machines such as compressors, fans, pumps, and motors.
Knowledge of Thermal systems such as refrigeration systems, chillers, heat exchangers, pumps, fans, compressors, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
Knowledge of Conveyance and process systems such as drinking water and wastewater treatment.
Knowledge of Industrial system and commercial building control systems.
Knowledge of Harmonic compliance as it relates to installation of energy efficient equipment.
Skills in Troubleshooting operational systems.
Skills in Gathering, organizing, and analyzing project data.
Skills in Measuring and evaluating data analysis techniques and trends.
Skills in Program management.
Skills in Process improvement.
Skills in Interdisciplinary skills.
Skills in Communication, both oral and written.
Skills in Computers and software use, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to Support energy efficiency programs and projects through measure identification, specification, evaluation, and testing of mechanical equipment and associated components.
Ability to Perform concise energy efficiency analyses and use good judgment to compare alternatives, report problems, alternatives, and recommendations.
Ability to Analyze datasets and databases.
Ability to Prepare clear and comprehensive technical reports and giving effective internal and external presentations.
Ability to Effectively respond to changes required by new codes, standards, and regulations.
Ability to Manage and coordinate programs, projects, vendors, and contracts.
Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to Work both independently and on project teams.
Ability to Develop alternatives and work with others to evaluate their value and potential for meeting company needs.
Ability to Develop and manage contractor network.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
Engineer I/II – Engineer in Training (EIT) designation.
Senior Engineer – 3 years in the area of expertise and/or Professional Engineer (PE).

Responsibilities

Encourage cost effective energy savings for commercial and industrial customers by investigating new efficient technologies for application to facility system operation and maintenance.
Evaluate, analyze, and recommend equipment, materials and components for many types of commercial and industrial mechanical/electrical/thermal/building systems such as pumps, fans, heat exchangers, building shell, drinking water, wastewater, industrial process systems, lighting, compressed air, refrigeration, chillers, compressors, hydraulic and HVAC systems and controls.
Plan and lead energy efficiency projects, assignments, and technical investigations.
Recommend energy efficiency systems and action schemes.
Perform energy analysis of the mechanical system including calculating or modeling the process or building system elements.
Evaluate progress and results, recommending changes in procedures.
Exercise moderate technical judgment in decision-making and independent action.
Responsible for budgeting, financial accountability, and timelines on assigned projects and programs.
Model, evaluate and analyze mechanical and electrical systems for planning, recommendation, and configuration of energy efficient equipment for commercial and industrial processes and buildings, including compressed air, refrigeration, HVAC, lighting, water hydraulics, process pumps and fans.
Utilize and create energy analysis tools.
Review operations reports and determine whether process and building system operations were proper.
Troubleshoot and make corrections to energy analysis and systems.
Measure and verify energy efficient systems and remedial action schemes.
Act as a liaison between other departments and organizations.
Ensure compliance with guidance regarding cost effectiveness and regulatory.
Utilize industry and discipline related knowledge to interpret and comply with industry codes and standards.
Engineer I: Plans and leads assignments and projects, may interface with internal departments and external organizations, and receives guidance from leaders and other engineers as needed.
Engineer II: Plans and leads moderately complex assignments and projects, interfaces with internal departments and external organizations, and receives high-level guidance from leaders and other engineers as needed.
Senior Engineer: Plans and leads complex assignments and projects, interfaces with internal departments and external organizations, and mentors other engineers and engineering support staff as needed.