• Mid-Atlantic
• Posted 5 years ago
• Applications have closed

New Ecology, Inc. is seeking candidates for the position of Energy Engineer reporting to our mid-Atlantic offices. The Energy Engineer will provide technical support to green building projects, including evaluating existing buildings to improve their performance, peer reviewing the designs of others, creating conceptual designs for efficiency upgrades, basic equipment commissioning, building auditing and interpreting usage data collected from remote monitoring and building energy management systems. We are seeking an experienced engineer with a mechanical engineering degree (or related field) and substantial experience with HVAC systems.

New Ecology is an innovative, nationally-recognized, non-profit corporation. Our core work is providing energy efficiency and green building services that cost-effectively improve the performance, health and durability of buildings. Our clients are typically owners of multifamily housing, (with an emphasis on affordable housing) and community-based projects such as municipal, educational and arts buildings. Projects include buildings that are being newly constructed, renovated, or are just seeking improved performance; see www.newecology.org for more details.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to New Ecology, Inc.’s Director of Engineering, the Energy Engineer will collaborate
extensively with project managers and other technical staff. Specific tasks may include:

• working with building owners to improve the energy performance of their buildings, including conducting building system assessments and developing recommendations for energy efficient upgrades to systems, including plumbing, HVAC, lighting, on-site generation, and other energy and water systems;
• analyzing energy usage and calculating savings using spreadsheet tools and modeling software;
• estimating costs and conducting cost-benefit analysis of upgrades and writing audit reports;
• peer review of HVAC plans and specifications prepared by others to maximize efficiency and ensure compliance with best practices, project design goals and green building standards;
• preparing conceptual designs and specifications and bid packages;
• preparing Owners Project Requirements for use by owners’ consulting engineers and other team members;
• conducting forensic studies and quality control inspections of completed projects; and
• assisting with the development of remote monitoring systems and in interpreting data generated by these systems and other building energy management systems.

New Ecology typically seeks to hire multidisciplinary, lifelong learners who naturally seek deeper and deeper understanding of how buildings operate, how finances, markets and regulations affect building ownership, and how this understanding can be used to convince owners and operators to adapt greener practices.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field);
• At least five years’ experience in evaluation of building mechanical systems and other building systems, HVAC design, and energy efficiency consulting work.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• An advanced degree;
• Specific experience as an energy manager;
• Professional designations such as LEED, CEM, BPI Multifamily;
• A demonstrated ability to be responsible for projects and deliverables;
• Strong writing skills and experience writing reports for clients;
• Experience commissioning and doing forensic diagnosis of HVAC equipment;
• Knowledge of utility rebate programs;
• Experience auditing multifamily, assisted living facilities, and public buildings;
• Physical abilities to inspect all aspects of buildings including accessing basements and roofs, working outside, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to handle and carry equipment;
• A valid driver’s license is required, and
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

The candidate should be prepared for increased responsibility in a rapidly growing company.

Schedule:
Full time, exempt. Regular travel to job sites and meetings throughout the mid-Atlantic region is expected. Occasional travel to our Boston “home” office for projects, meetings, conferences and training.

Compensation:
Competitive pay and generous benefits package. Professional development is a priority and we provide financial assistance for training and certifications.

To Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: careers@newecology.org (please put “Energy Engineer-mid-Atlantic” in subject line).

NEI is committed to developing a diverse staff. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women
are encouraged to apply.