Sustainability Engineer - Wayne, PA
About The Position
Bala Consulting is seeking an expert in building energy performance and sustainability consulting to join our team as a Sustainability Engineer. Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered just outside of Philadelphia in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC. Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development. As a Sustainability Engineer, you’ll be part of a team delivering high performance, decarbonized building designs and sustainability analyses to clients. Using building industry knowledge, you will be integral to driving decarbonization efforts by acting as a consultant to your teammates and clients and provide guidance for energy compliance, net zero emissions, and climate resiliency. We are looking for candidates that have a strong desire to grow into a leadership role within the firm.
Requirements
- 0-5 years of experience
- Strong technical writing
- Presentation and client interface abilities
- Proficient knowledge of applicable codes
- Detail-oriented and deadline driven
- Ability to take direction and act independently
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized
- Ability to read, review, and evaluate Architectural and Engineering drawings and visualize three-dimensional models
- Familiarity with design tools such as Revit, OneClick LCA, Tally, IESVE , InDesign
- Basic understanding of proper system selection and applicable building codes
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, from a 4-year accredited college or university
- Master's degree or other specialized training or experience in sustainability-related field
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of LEED and Green Globes design principles. LEED accredited and Green Globes Professional or on track to achieving accreditation is ideal (not required)
Responsibilities
- Net Zero Energy/Carbon Road Mapping
- Whole building life cycle assessment/embodied carbon modeling
- Green building certification support (LEED, WELL, Green Globes, etc)
- Renewable energy analysis
- Incentive and rebate program support
- Electrification consulting
- High-Level Energy Modeling using IES-VE.
- Energy & Decarbonization Auditing
- Climate Risk and Resiliency Assessments
- Understanding of local and national energy codes and policies
- Consultation related to sustainability strategies, energy efficiency measures, innovative technologies, voluntary rating standards, codes, industry trends, etc.
- Keep up to date on new and existing tools, sustainability strategies and energy efficiency measures
- ESG and Sustainability Reporting Consulting
- Internal sustainability reporting for AIA 2030, MEP 2040, SE 2050, and more.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
- 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
- Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
- Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
- Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
- Employee Referral Program
- Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
