Energy Engineer - Virtual/Remote

Carbon Zero Buildings is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer to assist in the management and creation of construction plansets for the installation of building electrification technologies (heat pump water heaters and HVAC), EV Chargers and energy efficiency upgrades, in large existing multifamily housing complexes in California.

To learn more about the company & position check out this one minute video from Principal & Co-founder Andrew McNamara : https : / / tinyurl.com / 2jt4724j

Benefits

Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401K with company match, Health Spending Account (HSA), Flex Spending Account (FSA), Flexible work schedule, Paid holidays, Paid time off, Bereavement leave, Paid sick leave, Phone / Internet Stipend

Culture

At Carbon Zero Buildings, we are passionate about helping property owners modernize their buildings and implement sustainability technologies that meet their financial needs.

In this role, you will work as a project engineer for a design-build general contractor, managing a pipeline of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and structural plansets from our engineering partners, ensuring that designs meet project requirements, timelines, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities :

• Site Visits : Conduct visits to existing occupied multifamily properties throughout California, both with CZB Principals and independently for follow-up assessments.
• Information Gathering : Collect crucial data from boiler rooms, electrical rooms, and occupied apartments to support plan development.
• Project Design Development : Synthesize the available information to design MEP systems that meets the original project requirements while also fitting into the constraints commonly found in existing buildings
• Engineering Coordination : Direct third party engineers in initiating the development of construction plansets.
• Planset Management : Review and direct the development of plansets, ensuring timely incorporation of feedback from 3rd parties, CZB Principals, and other stakeholders.
• Quality Control : Perform QC processes on schematic and final plansets to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Project Tracking : Monitor and resolve open items necessary to finalize the design / engineering process.
• Contract Specifications : Tailor template scopes of work to specific projects and provide material takeoffs to support project managers' bidding and subcontracting efforts.
• Incentive Program Management : Drive the process of incentive program reservation and incorporate incentive program requirements into plans and scopes

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as project engineer, ideally in MEP systems in existing multifamily buildings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems commonly found in multifamily buildings - electrification technologies a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with key project stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with reading and reviewing MEP plansets
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations related to California MEP systems.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future by driving the transition to electrification and energy efficiency in the affordable housing sector.

Join Carbon Zero Buildings and be part of a team that is eliminating the carbon footprint of the built environment!

Requirements

Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

In-depth knowledge of MEP building systems and construction processes.

Lift up to 40 pounds

Travel throughout California to visit properties

Home office within 90 minute flight of SF Bay Area and LA

Minimum Bachelors Degree in construction, engineering, or related field

English

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carbon Zero Buildings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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