HVAC Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement M&V plans for energy savings performance contracting (ESPC) projects at various facilities.
• Work along with the Project Design / Audit team to arrive at ECM-specific M&V approaches. Evaluate project performance risk, analyze savings calculations, review final M&V plans, and develop construction and service phase M&V budgets.
• Analyze and normalize utility data using linear regressions and other analyses.
• Supervise baseline and Pre / post-installation data collection, including trend data from building automation systems, field measurements, data loggers, and performance tests.
• Diagnose HVAC and building system performance issues and draw up proper technical solutions to ensure & demonstrate proposed energy savings within the allotted budget.
• Provide technical assistance with ongoing review of data from energy management systems, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, and energy savings analysis in co-ordination with the Asset Management Team.
• Prepare monthly / quarterly / annual energy savings reports in line with the IPMVP protocols and facilitate the billing process with customers.
• Develop & implement Measurement & Verification (M&V) plans for ESPC projects
• Interface with Energy Engineers for reviews of baselines, design intent and savings calculations
• Review, analyse and manage Energy Analysis by others including utility bill accounting, GHG inventory, end-use analysis and tariff modelling. Advise or perform the aforementioned as needed
• Participate in data collection and performance verification of baseline and retrofitted equipment
• Conduct spot measurements and short-term data collection during the ESPC (Energy Savings Performance Contract) lifecycle as required
• Review building or campus energy systems baselines and develop baseline adjustments based on site reviews
• Analyse energy management control system’s operation, sequences and trend data for system optimization and compliance to the M&V plan
• Perform on-site trouble shooting and data logging to validate and correct project performance
• Determine and forecast shortfall pay outs. Notify stakeholders of potential savings shortfall, coordinate form of guarantee shortfall makeup, and closeout customer receipt/acceptance of annual performance period. Assist in any shortfall mitigation activities
• Maintain all customer records related to energy performance contracts
• Prepare savings performance analysis, reporting and/or presentations for customers. Educate customer on the results
• Prepare customer Meeting Reports to document all agreements and needed actions

Desired candidate profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from a reputed institution
• Certified Measurement & Verification Professional (CMVP) is required, Certified Energy Manager (CEM) is desirable
  

Experience

• Must have minimum 2-4 years of relevant work experience in similar industry.
• Experience with HVAC/HVAC Engineering desired, including building controls and management systems.
• 2-3 years' experience in engineering and energy savings calculations for performance contracting
• 2-3 years' knowledge and practice of M&V protocols and guidelines (like FEMP and IPMVP)
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Must have a functional knowledge about the workings of an energy management company / ESCO
• Must possess a good understanding of engineering, design skills and concepts
• Good interpersonal skills in maintaining business relationship with clients
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel including layout for shared use and computational functions
• Advanced Excel, Word, SQL, Access, Outlook, Tableau use and programming skills.
• Experience with building energy simulation software programs such as Trane Trace, eQUEST, EnergyPlus, etc.
• Effective face-to-face and virtual presentation, influencing, communicating, and negotiating skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to provide sound and reliable judgment in business solutions.
• Sound business acumen, including resource management, cash flows, conflict resolution, and contract management.
• Ability to set up tasks, document and work collaboratively in an online team environment with local and global partners.
• Strong organization and planning skills including electronic file and email management.