Energy Efficiency Engineer I

Summary

Power TakeOff is a provider of software and implementation solutions for utility energy efficiency and demand-side management. The Energy Efficiency Engineer will serve as a technical lead for the Virtual Commissioning and Virtual Strategic Energy Management programs, advising commercial, institutional, and manufacturing customers on HVAC, controls, and energy efficiency opportunities. The role also involves developing technical resources, supporting measurement and verification, and contributing to training and other energy management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Energy Advisors and vSEM coaches to analyze interval energy usage data, identify key drivers of energy use, and discover low and no-cost energy savings measures in virtual consultations at customer facilities including commercial and industrial sites. Help the vSEM coaches develop technical material for the ongoing vSEM workshops
• Contribute to research and documentation to help shape internal resources and best practices for technical engagement. Monitor the performance of Energy Advisors, collaborating with the Technical Team manager to identify training needs and opportunities for professional development
• Partner with the internal M&V team to evaluate and communicate performance results; in some cases, assisting Energy Advisors and vSEM Coaches with resolving technical issues with the customer
• Learning and training related to additional technical skills to prepare to be a dynamic contributor to other programs outside of VCx and vSEM

Skills

• PE (US) or P. Eng. License, or possess engineer-in-training status from an accredited engineering program Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of experience in energy advising, utility DSM program delivery or SEM coaching for large commercial facilities or institutions/campuses
• Experience should include the implementation of energy efficiency solutions related to HVAC design, HVAC management or BAS controls programming
• Technical knowledge of commercial HVAC systems (e.g., HVAC, controls, lighting) is required
• Excellent facilitation and communication abilities for presenting technical material to non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data interpretation
• Exceptional project management skills
• Working proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM tools
• Interest and passion for energy efficiency consulting and making a positive difference
• Must be comfortable working independently in a 100% virtual environment
• Preference will be given for candidates with on-site field experience at industrial facilities and with BASs for commercial or institutional buildings
• Substantial knowledge of industrial/manufacturing facility operations is also strongly preferred
• A Bachelor's degree in engineering or science is preferred
• CEM, CxA, BCxP, CPE or equivalent certification is preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• PE (US) or P. Eng. License, or possess engineer-in-training status from an accredited engineering program Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of experience in energy advising, utility DSM program delivery or SEM coaching for large commercial facilities or institutions/campuses
• Experience should include the implementation of energy efficiency solutions related to HVAC design, HVAC management or BAS controls programming
• Technical knowledge of commercial HVAC systems (e.g., HVAC, controls, lighting) is required
• Excellent facilitation and communication abilities for presenting technical material to non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data interpretation
• Exceptional project management skills
• Working proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM tools
• Interest and passion for energy efficiency consulting and making a positive difference
• Must be comfortable working independently in a 100% virtual environment

Nice to Haves

• Preference will be given for candidates with on-site field experience at industrial facilities and with BASs for commercial or institutional buildings
• Substantial knowledge of industrial/manufacturing facility operations is also strongly preferred
• A Bachelor's degree in engineering or science is preferred
• CEM, CxA, BCxP, CPE or equivalent certification is preferred

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including vision and dental
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Retirement plans with company matching
• Student Loan Incentive Repayment Program (eligible 12 months after employment)
• 15 paid vacation days, increasing to 20 after the first year
• 7 flexible well-being days
• At least 9 paid holidays
• All company winter break between Dec. 25th and Jan. 1st
• Summer "Friyays", from June through August we get each 2nd and 4th Friday off!