Engineering Consultant (Continuous Opportunity)

Overview Our Engineering Consultant is being recruited for continuously. VEIC is fortunate to be experiencing meaningful growth and invites interested candidates to apply for upcoming opportunities. Human Resources continuously monitors all submitted applications and will reach out to candidates as appropriate. Please note that we cannot respond to all inquiries but will reach out directly should we see a match. Thanks for your interest!

VEIC is a sustainable energy company on a mission to generate the energy solutions the world needs. For over 30 years VEIC has been working with governments, utilities, foundations, and businesses across North America to develop and deploy clean energy services that provide immediate and lasting change. With expertise in energy efficiency, building decarbonization, transportation electrification, and new approaches for a clean and flexible grid, VEIC brings innovative solutions to the market. VEIC is nationally recognized for developing pilots and programs that optimize energy use, reduce energy burdens for low-income customers, and advance new technologies. In addition to our full-service consulting business (Energy Services), VEIC administers three large-scale sustainable energy programs: Efficiency Vermont, Efficiency Smart, and the DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU). 

VEIC is seeking an Engineering Consultant to support our growing portfolio of decarbonization and equity-focused projects. This role identifies, advocates for, and advises on energy efficiency improvements in industrial, commercial, and agricultural buildings and facilities. This role will also take on tasks such as q uantifying greenhouse gas (GHG) impacts and savings potential, as well as developing innovative approaches for measuring and reducing GHG impacts.

We are committed to building an inclusive work community that represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective, and thought. Climate change impacts all of us; however, we are impacted differently based on our identities and experiences. We all deserve a place at the table to make decisions about our collective future – we hope you’ll consider joining us as we work towards our vision for a healthy planet, thriving people, and energy justice.

Location:

This is a remote position, and the ideal candidate will be located in the states where VEIC conducts business: CA, CT, DC, DE, HI, IL, MA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI, VA, VT, AND WI.

Compensation:

At VEIC, we are committed to pay transparency. The starting pay range for this position will be between $65,000-$120,000 annually. Based on market data, pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and location. Please discuss your intended work location with the recruiter for more information. The total compensation package for this position also includes a full range of medical benefits, 403(b) eligibility with match, Combined Time Off (CTO), Care and Concern leave, Parental leave, wellbeing benefit, a community service day, and eight paid holidays that are effective as of your first day of employment.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We are committed to building a work community that is inclusive and represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective, and thought. Climate change impacts all of us; however, we are impacted differently based on our identities and experiences. We all deserve a place at the table to make decisions about our collective future – we hope you’ll consider joining us as we work towards our vision for a healthy planet, thriving people, and energy justice. Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, veteran status, communication style, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Works with wide range of customers, including business owners, architects, engineers, vendors, trade allies , and other relevant players to promote the installation of cost-effective efficiency improvements in customers’ future and existing buildings/facilities and to creatively overcome barriers to installation in accordance with divisional strategic plans .
• Performs detailed energy and financial analyses, analyzes fuel and utility bills, estimates savings and costs, screens efficiency measures, educates, and provides technical analysis of energy use with assistance and upgrade recommendations.
• Adopts and applies knowledge in work with customers regarding new building technologies, process improvements, and substantial energy efficiency opportunities that are presented to staff.
• Builds and maintains relationships with customer decision makers and implementation staff to develop project energy savings goals. Works with engineering staff and customers to determine and present estimated energy savings and appropriate incentives. Manages customer expectations and capably persuades customers to make investments in energy efficiency.
• Works with customers to identify and prioritize site specific project needs and opportunities, develop customer relationships, manage customer expectations , and inspect installed efficiency measures.
• Supports and collaborates with other organizational staff to deliver market-based services. For example: supporting business developments efforts, industry conferences, assist ing with development of training for clients and internal staff, researching new products and technologies, and identifying and implementing improvements to our processes and approaches.
• Maintains accurate and timely project records and documentation within VEIC’s database system and in hard copy files.
• Provides and models exemplary customer service both internally and externally to the organization.
• Provides guidance to less experienced Engineering Staff.
• Supports business development opportunities and m ay contribute to customer engagement strategy.
• Technical scope and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Provides consulting services pertaining to equipment and facility energy use for multi – family, commercial , and industrial customers. Services include site inspections, building and systems diagnostics , and oral and written feedback and recommendations;
• Provides training, field mentoring, and guidance to customers and relevant market actors in accordance with energy efficiency service protocols and approaches;
• Partners with general contractors, manufacturing representatives , and design professionals to promote and implement energy efficiency measures;
• Provides public presentations relating to multifamily, commercial , and industrial building and facility energy efficiency to various audiences;
• Assists customers to develop project specifications, solicit contractor submittals, evaluate proposals, and participate in pre-bid meetings for projects as appropriate ;
• Reviews other Engineering Consultant savings calculations and authorizes incentives following established protocols;
• Performs on-site inspections which may include measuring dimensions of building components, verification of installed heating, cooling, and/or ventilation systems, diagnostic testing , and collecting and recording data;
• Advises on building science (e.g., heat and moisture transport) and code and efficiency program compliance ;
• Analyzes building energy efficiency levels using energy rating or other modeling software or through other accepted tools and provides reports and documents as well as oral and written recommendations to customers.
• Supports the coordination of activities with other staff, groups, and divisions within VEIC as is necessary to accomplish organizational goals and objectives .

Qualifications

• Strong personal commitment to the mission, vision, goals and values of VEIC.
• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical, electrical , or related engineering field , or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills were acquired.
• A minimum of two years’ experience analyzing multifamily, commercial , or industrial energy use, identifying opportunities for energy improvements, and assisting customers , or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills were acquired.
• Proficient understanding of buildings, facilities , and/or manufacturing systems, building energy use, building construction, and energy analysis techniques.
• Basic knowledge of negotiation skills, financial analysis , and business strategies.
• Demonstrated success in project management, construction management , and building long-term customer relationships.
• Proficiency with mobile PC applications and tablet computer use, building energy modeling tools, spreadsheet, word processing , and database software.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills and competent written and oral communications skills and ability to apply them within a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized, detail-oriented, accurate , and able to track progress to ensure timely involvement in multiple projects and associated tasks and competing priorities in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Capacity to learn and adapt to new situations, processes , and innovation; ability to adapt style to meet the needs of individuals and/or the organization.
• Must be able to work independently and use sound decision making practices while maintaining high level organizational goals.
• Experience with thermal shells, refrigeration systems, HVAC, or coding is a plus.