California Center for Sustainable Energy

Reports to: Engineering Manager
Available Openings: One
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Closes: Open until filled
Salary:  $70,000 – $90,000

Job Summary

Senior Energy Engineering shall perform energy audits at client facilities and/or buildings, perform energy use analysis and simulations, measurements and verifications, commissioning and retro commissioning and other related engineering and technical efforts.  Responsible for development of energy conservation measures for a variety of clients and agencies.  Engineer will be required to use energy analysis software tools and be knowledgeable of standards such as California Title 24 commercial and residential 2008 building standards as well as ASHRAE 90.1standards. Engineer shall be responsible for evaluating building HVAC operation and performance. The individual must be thoroughly knowledgeable in HVAC systems operation and must be capable of analyzing HVAC systems including controls to recommend operational improvements and optimization. The individual must be able to work individually and as a team with other engineers to ensure projects are completed profitably and with high technical quality.

Essential Functions and responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Other duties may be assigned.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Independently conduct detailed energy audits and perform computer simulation of  building (envelop) and its energy loads including lighting, HVAC systems,( central chiller plant systems, packaged units, split systems, single and multi-zone systems, DX systems, air handlers,  Heat pumps, etc.,) to determine and recommend energy efficiency improvements and/or optimization.
2. Responsible for deciding technical approach, ensuring technical quality, tracking and ensuring customers expectations are met or exceeded through performance.
3. Provides technical assistance to program staff as requested.
4. Independently Perform Measurement and Verification (M&V) on HVAC systems
5. Review and technical work of junior engineers.
6. Keep Engineering Manager informed on project status.
7. Participate in business development by identifying clients’ needs beyond project scope of work.
8. Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance when needed.
9. Participates in project fieldwork, analysis and report production, using standard resources and custom tools.
10. Perform other duties as required.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience and ability to conduct energy audits on simple residential to complex commercial and industrial buildings.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in building energy analysis through computer modeling techniques.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of building energy computer simulation tools such as; EQUEST, EnergyPro, SPC, DOE2.2, EnergyPlus (experience and knowledge of EQUEST, EnergyPro a MUST- DOE2.2 and EnergyPlus a plus).
• Ability to use Microsoft computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point) a must.
• Knowledge of AUTOCAD REVIT a plus
• Knowledge and/or experience with Utility Incentive programs a plus
• Knowledge and understanding of Peak Demand  reduction desirable
• Building Commissioning and Retro-commissioning experience a plus

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a four-year college or university.  (Mechanical Engineering preferred).  Masters degree a plus.  Registration as a Professional Engineer, Engineer-in-Training (EIT), and/or Certified Energy Manager (CEM) is desired.  Five to seven years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities is desired.  BPI, HERS and/or CEPE certifications a plus.

Computer and/or Technical Skills

Demonstrated high-level of abilities of various computer software programs and fluency in using standard office software packages such as MS Office: Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

License, Certificates or Registrations

Valid California Drivers License; insurable in the State of California.  Must own a licensed and registered vehicle and be willing to use it for work-related purposes.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee will work in an office environment.
• May work some evenings and weekends or work longer hours to meet deadlines.
• Sitting for extended periods of time while at a desk or in meetings; hearing and visual acuity within normal range; Manual dexterity to operate keyboard and calculator.
• Travel may occasionally be on short notice.  Periodic overnight travel may be required.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Climb ladders, enter equipment rooms, and traverse rooftops to conduct energy audits.
• Some positions require the use of personal or CCSE vehicles on CCSE business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license, and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for CCSE business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a CCSE vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
• Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon work location, assignment, or shift.

Application Procedures

Potential applicants must complete a California Center for Sustainable Energy Employment Application and send a resume and cover letter by mail to CCSE, 8690 Balboa Avenue, Suite 100, San Diego 92123, fax to (858) 244-7289 or e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Applications are available at the CCSE Web site at http://www.energycenter.org.

CALIFORNIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY IS COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORKFORCE AND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  CCSE MAINTAINS AND PROMOTES A POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION AND NONHARASSMENT ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, AGE, HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND NATIONAL ORIGIN OR GENETIC CHARACTERISTIC.

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All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

This Position Description does not list all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.  It reflects those principal job elements essential for making a fair classification decision for the position.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.