[Remote] Energy Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Maryland Energy Advisors (MDEA) is a rapidly growing energy management company that serves some of the area’s largest businesses. They are seeking an Energy Engineer to support Georgia Power’s Commercial Energy Efficiency Program by reviewing utility incentive applications, guiding best practices, and ensuring project efficiency and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical assistance and support for Georgia Power’s Commercial Energy Efficiency Program, aiding in the creation, upkeep, and implementation of custom review processes and best practices
• Prepare and review technical specifications and engineering calculations for commercial and agricultural energy efficiency projects
• Participate in customer site visits, project verification activities, and technical meetings as needed in support of program delivery
• Communicate technical findings and impacts to customers, contractors, account managers, and client representatives as needed
• Support the creation, review, and version management of measure-specific calculators
• Assist with other projects and adapt to changing program priorities as needed

Skills

• BS in Engineering (architectural, mechanical, electrical, or chemical preferred)
• In-depth knowledge of commercial, institutional, hospitality, and manufacturing facilities and their systems, with substantial practical experience in reducing a building's energy consumption
• Experience supporting utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs, demand-side management (DSM) programs, or energy incentive programs
• Experience with standard EM&V protocols (IPMVP) and energy savings calculation methodologies (bin hour calculations, whole building energy modeling, chiller/boiler plant load modeling)
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards
• Ability and openness to travel within the Georgia Power service territory for customer meetings, project verification activities, training, and client meetings as needed; must have a current, valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Outstanding interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to connect quickly with others and work effectively at all levels within and outside of the organization, including vendors and business partners
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
• MS in Engineering (architectural, mechanical, electrical, or chemical preferred)
• Certifications – PE, CMVP, CEM preferred
• Experience with energy modeling tools (TRACE 700, TRACE 3D+, eQuest, Carrier HAP, EnergyPlus)
• Experience with analyzing utility interval data (AMI data) and regression modeling
• Demonstrated field experience in independently conducting ASHRAE Level II energy audits and verification incentive programs
• Familiarity with Technical Reference Manuals (TRMs) and Energy Performance Standards such as ASHRAE, IECC, and DOE compliance

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision health insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Regular team meetings and in-person gatherings
• Flexibility with our remote team

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