energy EngineerGDT

Our client: CEMS - INTERNATIONAL
CEMS is an Energy Management Company whose primary goal is to reduce OPEX through optimizing the performance of an asset.
This is achieved through a combination of controls and a tailored Business Centered Maintenance Program. CEMS prides itself on delivering solutions that provide an aggressive payback which is crucial in determining the financial viability of a project to our clients.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
CEMS is an Energy Management Company whose primary goal is to reduce OPEX through optimizing the performance of an asset.
This is achieved through a combination of controls and a tailored Business Centered Maintenance Program. CEMS prides itself on delivering solutions that provide an aggressive payback which is crucial in determining the financial viability of a project to our clients.
General
The Energy Engineer will focus on auditing and management of energy efficiency and renewable projects related to the identification and quantification of energy and water efficiency opportunities associated with new and existing buildings across all systems, equipment and energy producing structures including, but not limited to, HVAC and central energy plants, lighting, controls, and automation. Energy Engineers will be responsible for the design, development and evaluation of energy-related projects or programmes to reduce energy costs and/or improve energy efficiency for projects of unlimited scope and size.
Responsibilities
An Energy Engineer will typically need to:
• Plan, organise, and lead Energy Performance Contract projects
• Perform on-site energy efficiency audits that are focused on mechanical system, control
systems and lighting energy efficiency opportunities
• Analyse potential opportunities, create proposals and present findings to customers.
• Conduct historical utility billing analysis and facility benchmarking analysis
• Recommend and analyse Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs)
• Develop and implement Site Measurement Plans and deploy equipment to document
parameters such as operating times, flows, energy consumption, temperatures, etc.
• Develop Site Survey Plans and Audit Checklists
• Coordinate with suppliers, consultants and contractors to ensure original design intent is
adhered to throughout implementation
• Design of EEMs and review drawings, specifications, bill of quantities and sequences of
operation
• Perform concept and schematic design, calculations and drawing production
• Research emerging technologies and standards for implementation into company practice and
project implementation
• Conduct site visits to verify installation and operation of technologies
• Coordinate and inspect on-site work and installations performed by suppliers, consultants and
contractors
• Work with project site staff, owners staff and maintenance teams to ensure accurate operation
within design parameters
• Analyse consumption before, during and after implementation phases
• Manage energy modelling of buildings utilising standard software
• Create and calibrate detailed energy simulation models and analyse interactive EEM effects
• Report on energy savings achieved during operations period using M&V protocols
• Create and develop technical audit, savings, M&V and project reports
• Manage Modelling of buildings in AutoCAD and Revit
• Create contract documents and conduct customer meetings
• Assist in customer relations, sales and marketing
Talent & Skills
• A well-rounded individual.
• A highly self-motivated, ambitious individual.
• A person with a high sense of urgency and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Professional presence.
• High energy and action oriented.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent technical communication skills.
• The ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information in a simple way
to a diverse range of people
• Ability to travel when needed
• Knowledge of building systems, energy technologies, green building and high performance design
• Understanding of marketing strategy and market analysis techniques is a strong plus
• Team-oriented, hands-on, highly skilled, adaptive, and client-focused
• Knowledge of construction and subcontracting
Computer Skills
• Good skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Basic experience in energy modelling software, but not essential
• AutoCAD
Qualifications
An engineering qualification, a degree in one of the following subjects will be required:
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Controls
• Energy or Environmental Engineering
What to expect:
• The time will usually be divided between office and site work, with the amount of time dedicate to each varying depending on the project. Some projects are mainly office-based, where much of the work is centred around analysing and calculating energy efficiency, and only a short amount of time is spent on-site.
• The job will involve working on a range of building types, from brand new developments to existing properties