Energy Engineer

Willdan Lighting and Electric (WLE), a subsidiary of Willdan, is looking for an Energy Engineer in our Maspeth, NY office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct BPI (Building Performance Institute) certified energy audits, including diagnostic testing such as blower door and combustion safety testing.
• Ability to perform and read reports, including the ability to perform and report Manual N calculations. 
• Perform detailed energy savings calculations and spreadsheet analysis.
• Collect and evaluate project documentation such as utility bills, as -built drawings, and other pertinent project information. 
• Administer energy efficiency incentive programs, including identifying, estimating, and processing applicable utility and state incentives and rebates. 
• Perform data entry and analyze energy usage data collected from audits, utility bills, and metering. 
• Use effective writing and verbal skills to deliver high-quality reports and presentations. 
• Calculate cost savings and return on investment (ROI) for energy-efficient improvements.
• Review architectural, mechanical, or electrical plans and specifications to evaluate energy efficiency or determine economic, service, or engineering feasibility.
• Inspect or monitor energy systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or daylighting systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings.
• Conduct site visits to identify and/or confirm potential electric and gas conservation measures. 
• Ability to review and analyze energy models, using software such as eQuest, EnergyPlus, TREAT, WrightSoft, or HAP, Viewpoint and Smart.
• Coordinate meetings with energy contractors/consultants. 

Job Requirements / Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, in engineering, preferred. 
• 1- 2+ years experience in engineering/energy engineering industry.
• Ability to learn quickly from fellow engineers and supervisors, look up and reference ASHRAE standards, self-learn  HVACR systems and components. 
• Ability to work on multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and ensure timely delivery of high-quality deliverables. 
• Ability to collaborate and contribute within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate proactively with the team, customers, and contractors. 
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving, entrepreneurial work environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and familiar with HVAC-R Modeling software (eQuest, Energy Plus, etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (post-pandemic: this is flexible at the current time).  Travel may include various means of transportation including automobile, public transportation, rail, and airplane. 
• BPI (Building Performance Institute) certification, or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe of employment. 
• Knowledge of state and utility energy efficiency incentive and rebate programs.
• Familiarity with NYC Energy Conservation Code, NYC Local Laws (LL84, LL87, LL97), and the Energy Code of New York State, a plus.
• OSHA 30 certification, or willingness to obtain within 2 weeks of employment, a plus. 
• Additional certifications a plus: Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Energy Auditor (CEA), Existing Building Commissioning Professional (EBCP), or Engineer in Training (EIT). 

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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