Senior Project Development Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Project Development Engineer – Strategic Initiatives serves as the primary technical project developer, technical authority, and strategic advisor for assigned projects. As the central resource for technical expertise, Account Executives and regional leadership rely on this individual to understand client objectives, develop innovative solutions, and help drive successful project development efforts throughout the region. This role addresses a wide range of technical and business challenges, including facility utility consumption analysis and reduction strategies, capital improvement planning, infrastructure modernization initiatives, and large-scale performance contracting projects. In addition to leading technical development efforts, this individual will play a visible role in supporting organizational growth initiatives, helping shape project development strategy, influencing solution development, and serving as a trusted resource to both customers and internal leadership. The Senior Project Development Engineer is responsible for developing technical strategies, project costing, energy savings forecasting where applicable, and measurement and verification planning. The role includes presenting technical findings and recommended solutions to customers and executive stakeholders, as well as supporting project delivery teams to ensure successful installations and high-quality outcomes. Key responsibilities include evaluating technical and delivery risk related to constructability, scope, cost, and performance guarantees.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent) Engineering program
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience in energy, mechanical, or building systems
- Demonstrated experience in performance contracting, energy engineering, or complex project development
- Ability to lead technical scope, independently develop solutions, and support customer-facing presentations
- Experience performing ASHRAE Level III / Investment Grade Energy Audits
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage both technical and executive-level stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- One or more of the following certifications: CEM, CMVP, LEED, NEBB, TAB, or any ASHRAE certification
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth site surveys to identify mechanical and operational inefficiencies; analyze utility data and financials; collaborate with contractors to develop technically sound and cost-effective solutions
- Lead technical development efforts for complex performance contracting and infrastructure improvement projects
- Facilitate clear communication among internal teams, subcontractors, customers, and leadership through written and schematic technical documentation that conveys solutions, assumptions, and risk
- Perform energy savings calculations, operational savings analysis, life-cycle cost analysis, and feasibility assessments; establish guaranteed savings based on proposed measures
- Develop financial models based on customer parameters and project development assumptions
- Coordinate with Account Executives and Project Managers to develop and present technical proposals to customers
- Serve as a strategic technical partner during customer presentations and project development discussions
- Partner with Project Managers during implementation to support smooth installation and serve as the technical liaison between sales and operations teams
- Identify and collaborate with subcontractors and consultants to support technical analysis, installation scope, and quality assurance
- Review and approve equipment selections prior to procurement to ensure estimate accuracy and schedule alignment
- Evaluate technical risk related to feasibility, constructability, scope, cost, and performance guarantees
- Support continuous improvement of project development processes, technical standards, and solution strategies
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of energy systems and facility operations; serve as an ongoing technical resource and advisor to customers and internal leadership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
