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As the Lead Energy Engineer, you will drive the strategic development of energy efficiency programs and identify opportunities on campus to support the University's Sustainability Master Plan, plan and direct projects, and supply technical inspiration, leadership and consultation to a team of energy engineers and commissioning agents, participate in and contribute technical expertise for new building and project design reviews, and manage energy efficiency project budgets and recommend allocation of O&M and capitol funds.

Additionally, the Lead Energy Engineer will identify, design, commission and verify performance of energy-saving and renewable energy projects, including design and implementation of new energy savings and sustainability control sequences, analyze campus energy use, demand, cost and greenhouse gas emissions, advise leadership on trends and propose, prioritize, and support savings opportunities, and collaborate and coordinate with campus leaders, peers, contractors, third-party vendors, and other internal departmental personnel to ensure success of comprehensive campus energy efficiency improvements and to project future needs.

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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Four years of relevant professional experience one or more of the following: Performing energy audits, modeling building energy use, commissioning and/or recommissioning buildings, identifying and prioritizing energy-savings opportunities, designing HVAC and building energy improvements, optimizing HVAC controls sequences, and/or estimating energy cost savings.

Strong understanding of commercial construction, HVAC equipment and controls, psychrometric processes, liquid and gas fluid flow, thermodynamics, heat transfer and electrical processes. Strong understanding of district energy concepts and applications (both supply- and demand-side). Familiar with ASHRAE, IECC, IGBC, WELL and other relative building design, performance and energy codes. Skilled in clear and concise communication, verbal and written. Strong problem solving and analytical skills. Skilled in in organization and planning. Adaptable and flexible to adjust to the fluctuating changes in projects. Willingness to acquire and develop new skills. Ability to travel frequently across campuses as needed. Ability to work autonomously and make self-directed decisions about priorities and workload management. Strong team member, high initiative, and the ability to supervise and effectively lead a team. Ability to recognize sensitive information and use discretion as appropriate. Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.

Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is preferred. Experience (including graduate work and CEUs) in demand-side energy management, commercial construction, HVAC, controls, hydronics, psychrometrics, energy modeling, energy efficiency, and/or LEED/green buildings. Experience designing and integrating renewable energy systems. Experience in construction estimating and/or project management. Experience in energy accounting, billing, and commercial utilities. Supervisory experience including personnel and budget responsibilities. Considerable knowledge of life cycle analysis, energy analysis, and sustainable design are desired. Received pass rate or higher on Fundamentals of Engineering (F)E exam. Licensed Professional Engineer. Certified Energy Auditor, Energy Manager and/or Commissioning Professional preferred.