Description

 
Energy Engineer
(Energy/Utilities Engineer 3) 

Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM | HYBRID

LINK TO APPLY: Job Link for Energy Engineer

NOTE:
The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. Additionally, this is a home-based hybrid position, with the requirement to come into the office and travel to project sites as needed.

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES. 

The Facility Professional Services (FPS) Division provides professional public works project management, energy efficiency and facility planning services to effectively meet the needs of its customers in support of their service to Washington.

About the Opportunity:
As an Energy Engineer, you will provide critical project management and technical assistance for Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) public works projects across Washington. Working directly with state agencies, school districts, higher education, and municipalities, you will manage performance contracts and perform Energy Life Cycle Cost Analysis (ELCCA) reviews to support resource efficiency. In this role, you will help our client agencies optimize their built environments, directly contributing to a more just, sustainable, and energy-efficient future for all Washingtonians.

Some of what you’ll enjoy doing includes:

• Manage energy engineering and ESPC projects throughout their entire life cycle.
• Drive marketing, project development, audits, and contract reviews.
• Oversee project costs, negotiate fees, and review and approve invoices.
• Supervise construction, manage commissioning, and make formal recommendations for client approval.
• Review and make recommendation for approval of ELCCA (Energy Life Cycle Cost Analysis) reports to facility owners.
• Complete other assignments and duties assigned by the Energy Program Manager, the FPS Assistant Director, and the DES Director or Chief Operations Officer.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training (EIT) or Energy Manager in Training (EMIT) certification.
• Six (6) years of combined experience and/or education that demonstrates competency related to this role.
  • Qualifying education will be in engineering, environmental science, or the hard sciences.
  • Qualifying experience will be in energy engineering, energy auditing and analysis, project management, energy savings performance contracting, construction management, utility engineering, resource conservation management, and/or building commissioning. Related experience may be accepted, and will be in the fields of architecture, civil or structural engineering, engineering management, or natural resource management.
  • Two (2) years of this experience must be at the professional level. 
• Demonstrated ability to: 
  • Manage complex engineering projects from start to finish, working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Analyze energy flows, evaluate energy technologies, and resolve technical issues in facilities.
  • Communicate clearly through writing and speaking while using strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Competencies

Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful and inclusive workplace. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community.
• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM).