Energy Engineer III

ABOUT US

Partner Energy is an industry leader known for its expertise in the areas of green financing, regulatory compliance, and energy rebate / incentive programs.

We were recently named one of the fastest growing private companies in the LA area by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Partner Energy is an innovative and entrepreneurial company that consistently receives high marks from its employees as a great place to work’.

Learn more about Partner Energy at www.ptrenergy.com

SUMMARY

Partner Engineering and Science Inc is seeking an experienced Energy Engineer to serve as a senior technical resource for our energy and sustainability consulting team.

The successful candidate will manage and mentor associates and oversee projects involving the analysis, verification, design, and implementation of energy efficiency solutions;

building commissioning and retro-commissioning; green building certifications; and / or, ESG&R consulting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct level I, II, III energy audits per ASHRAE standards for multiple asset types including apartment, office, industrial, hospital, and retail;
• Perform whole-building energy modeling of multiple asset types;
• Perform commissioning and retro-commissioning for multiple asset types;
• Develop best practices for energy audits reports, energy modeling, and project implementation;
• Conduct feasibility analyses of renewable energy generation projects for real estate applications;
• Manage a team of associates, energy engineers, and subcontractors; and,
• Assist in the hiring and training of project managers and project engineers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional Engineer designation (preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent analytical and management skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of time

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Experience conducting energy analyses of building systems, including HVAC systems, chillers, boilers, plumbing, renewable energy, and variable speed drive applications;
• Thorough understanding of HVAC systems and their impact on energy efficiency recommendations
• Knowledge of building automation systems, building envelope, and lighting systems;
• Experience with designing, sizing, cost estimating, and implementation of energy efficiency projects;
• Experience in commissioning and retro-commissioning of energy efficiency projects;
• Experience using energy modeling programs such as eQuest, Energy Pro, Trace and / or Energy Plus;
• Understanding of building maintenance and operation issues; and,
• Ability to identify and apply for federal, state, and utility energy rebate and incentive programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to work outdoors and unconditioned mechanical rooms
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screen
• Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time both in and out of state
• Position requires frequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, pushing, and pulling exerted regularly throughout the work shift.

Benefits :

Competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation and sick time, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

We will consider qualified applicants who have criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is Partner Engineering and Science, Inc’s (The Company) policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.

The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information including genetic information, family care status, military caregiver status, veteran status, marital status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.