Energy Efficiency Engineer

About Evergreen Consulting Group

Evergreen Consulting Group is a virtual full-service energy-efficiency firm. We employ experts experienced in advancing energy-efficiency initiatives for a wide array of clients. Our team members are in strategic locations around the western United States.
We are a supportive team that rewards individual initiative and performance. We have a progressive culture that embraces work-life balance while working in a virtual office environment from your home. This winning combination has resulted in repeated selection among the top companies on Oregon Business Magazine's list of 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon.

 

Successful candidates:

• Are highly detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Respond quickly to inquiries and attend to details.
• Are self-motivated with a demonstrated independent work history.
• Work collaboratively with clients and customers to exceed expectations.
• Demonstrate interest and/or experience in energy efficiency.

 

Position Description: Energy Efficiency Engineer

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our dynamic team to support EM&V efforts. As an Energy Efficiency Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing energy efficiency projects, programs and measures aimed at reducing energy consumption and promoting sustainable practices for utilities. You will work closely with external and internal teams to support program needs around measure development and engineering review by providing technical assistance. Your knowledge in energy conservation, renewable technologies, and building systems will contribute to our mission of creating and delivering exceptional efficiency programs and services that sustain our planet and delight our clients. If you are passionate about energy efficiency, possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and are eager to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance with project review for internal program teams
• Technical review of incentive applications: calculating energy savings and validating
• Manage program measure databases
• Measure development and review: cost effectiveness, tracking and adjustments
• Technology research to support program offerings and emerging technologies
• Work with internal QA/QC teams and external evaluators
• Create and manage energy tools for program use
• Review 3rd party evaluator and utility documents

 

Position Qualifications:

• Experience with commercial and residential efficiency equipment (lighting, HVAC, heat pumps, air compressors, motors etc.);
• Demand side management (DSM) program experience;
• The capability to work well in a virtual team setting and provide exceptional customer service;
• Problem solving skills and ability to discover innovative solutions;
• Self-starter who is highly detail oriented, organized and goal focused;
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills;
• Microsoft Office applications proficiency: with a focus on excel;

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• CEM certification, LEED, BPI or other equivalent certifications
• High School diploma with higher education or vocational training specializing in mechanical, energy efficiency, HVAC or the utility marketing field;
• Preferred 5+ years of experience in mechanical or energy efficiency industry, HVAC/Mechanical/Refrigeration applications and/or distribution;
• Knowledge and experience in additional energy technologies in the C&I and residential;
• Previous home office experience a plus;
• Valid driver’s license, dependable transportation along with verifiable insurance is required.

Physical Efforts: May be physically demanding, depending on tasks, such as:

• Sitting for extended periods at a computer;
• Spatial ability/depth perception/color discrimination;
• Speak/hear. Provide clear, accurate communication, hear telephone & warning devices;

The Company may make reasonable accommodations, which will allow the employee to perform the position’s essential job functions.

 

Environmental Conditions

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
• Dependable transportation along with verifiable insurance;
• Drug Test – must pass pre-employment drug screen;
• Pre-employment background check;
• Location: This person must be located in one of the following states that Evergreen is an authorized employer (OR, WA, ID, WY, UT, AZ, CO, CT, IL, MD, MA, MI, MO, VT, WI);

Benefits: Compensation is very competitive and commensurate with experience in the industry. Company benefits include full employee medical/dental/vision coverage plus short- & long-term disability and life insurance, paid-time off, holiday pay, company contribution to 401(k) program (after three months of successful employment), discretionary bonuses, professional association
expenses and development/training support. Evergreen is currently a “virtual” company and includes other non-tangible benefits for top performing employees.

Evergreen Consulting Group provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.