Energy Engineer III - AECOM
Chicago, IL
About the Job
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM has a position available for an Energy Engineer to join our growing Energy Team. The successful candidate should be a dynamic, self-directed individual with an excellent understanding of mechanical systems in large buildings and a demonstrated skill for developing energy efficiency solutions by employing data analytics. In this role you will be responsible for developing and delivering smart energy projects that leverage the use of data analytics to identify, analyze, and specify energy reduction measures.
The responsibilities of this role also include, but may not be limited to, the following:
+ Demonstrating the ability to identify energy reduction opportunities through the analysis of large data sets is key to this position
+ Interface with the customer to identify project/scope needs and communicate engineering solutions.
+ Conducting Energy Audits and site Investigations
+ Identify and quantify energy conservation opportunities associated with Lighting, HVAC Systems, Energy Management and Control Systems and Building Envelope
+ Analyze utility data to determine customer energy performance parameters and develop applicable rate structures used for cost savings calculations
+ Perform energy calculations using temperature-bin analysis methods and building energy modeling simulations to quantify energy conservation measures (ECMs)
+ Develop cost estimates associated with ECMs
+ Write technical scopes of work for subcontractors
+ Write detailed ECM and technical approach descriptions to be included in proposal submissions
+ Leading client project meetings to inform stakeholders’ understanding of data analysis output
DCS—Energy
AECOM’s Energy practice provides a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our understanding of the big picture – and the interconnection between generation, distribution, storage, and behind the meter services – allows us to deliver holistic strategies that improve and modernize next generation energy infrastructure. We connect knowledge and experience across our global framework to bring together a unique combination of engineers, planners, scientists, and project managers who advance cleaner, secure, and more sustainable energy solutions.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or education
+ 4 years of relevant experience must include knowledge of the energy services industry and complex HVAC systems
+ Valid US Driver’s License, and as a condition of employment, pass AECOM's motor vehicle records review
+ Independently Conducting Energy Audits and site Investigations
+ Energy conservation projects associated with Lighting, HVAC Systems
+ Energy Management and Control Systems and/or performing energy calculations
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Experience that includes any of these industries is desired: Federal government, utilities, advanced manufacturing and/or life sciences
+ CEM (Certified Energy Manager) is a plus
+ Fluency with Microsoft Office products
+ Experience analyzing renewable energy systems
+ Related experience and familiarity with energy policy, regulation, and economics is a plus.
+ Prefer candidates with demonstrated client facing experience able to effectively communicate with and listen to clients and internal business groups
+ Candidates with general knowledge of the financial, technical and political aspects driving both the energy efficiency, distributed energy resources, smart energy and utility industries and energy infrastructure development (Utility energy efficiency programs, statewide energy planning, building optimization, data analytics and renewables, and energy conservation measures) is preferred
+ Experience with energy savings performance contracting, GHG inventorying/carbon accounting, electric transmission pricing and RTO operations, utility rate design and modeling is desired
+ Modeling/Coding Experience: Energy modeling software experience (eQUEST, Energy Plus, Trane Trace, etc.), R/Shiny, etc. desired
+ Familiarity with fault detection and diagnostic analytics platforms, including integration with building automation systems and related programming experience (ex. Python) is preferred
Additional Information
+ Relocation assistance is not available for this role
+ Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $110,000.00 - $140,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10117035
Business Line: Energy
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM has a position available for an Energy Engineer to join our growing Energy Team. The successful candidate should be a dynamic, self-directed individual with an excellent understanding of mechanical systems in large buildings and a demonstrated skill for developing energy efficiency solutions by employing data analytics. In this role you will be responsible for developing and delivering smart energy projects that leverage the use of data analytics to identify, analyze, and specify energy reduction measures.
The responsibilities of this role also include, but may not be limited to, the following:
+ Demonstrating the ability to identify energy reduction opportunities through the analysis of large data sets is key to this position
+ Interface with the customer to identify project/scope needs and communicate engineering solutions.
+ Conducting Energy Audits and site Investigations
+ Identify and quantify energy conservation opportunities associated with Lighting, HVAC Systems, Energy Management and Control Systems and Building Envelope
+ Analyze utility data to determine customer energy performance parameters and develop applicable rate structures used for cost savings calculations
+ Perform energy calculations using temperature-bin analysis methods and building energy modeling simulations to quantify energy conservation measures (ECMs)
+ Develop cost estimates associated with ECMs
+ Write technical scopes of work for subcontractors
+ Write detailed ECM and technical approach descriptions to be included in proposal submissions
+ Leading client project meetings to inform stakeholders’ understanding of data analysis output
DCS—Energy
AECOM’s Energy practice provides a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our understanding of the big picture – and the interconnection between generation, distribution, storage, and behind the meter services – allows us to deliver holistic strategies that improve and modernize next generation energy infrastructure. We connect knowledge and experience across our global framework to bring together a unique combination of engineers, planners, scientists, and project managers who advance cleaner, secure, and more sustainable energy solutions.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or education
+ 4 years of relevant experience must include knowledge of the energy services industry and complex HVAC systems
+ Valid US Driver’s License, and as a condition of employment, pass AECOM's motor vehicle records review
+ Independently Conducting Energy Audits and site Investigations
+ Energy conservation projects associated with Lighting, HVAC Systems
+ Energy Management and Control Systems and/or performing energy calculations
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Experience that includes any of these industries is desired: Federal government, utilities, advanced manufacturing and/or life sciences
+ CEM (Certified Energy Manager) is a plus
+ Fluency with Microsoft Office products
+ Experience analyzing renewable energy systems
+ Related experience and familiarity with energy policy, regulation, and economics is a plus.
+ Prefer candidates with demonstrated client facing experience able to effectively communicate with and listen to clients and internal business groups
+ Candidates with general knowledge of the financial, technical and political aspects driving both the energy efficiency, distributed energy resources, smart energy and utility industries and energy infrastructure development (Utility energy efficiency programs, statewide energy planning, building optimization, data analytics and renewables, and energy conservation measures) is preferred
+ Experience with energy savings performance contracting, GHG inventorying/carbon accounting, electric transmission pricing and RTO operations, utility rate design and modeling is desired
+ Modeling/Coding Experience: Energy modeling software experience (eQUEST, Energy Plus, Trane Trace, etc.), R/Shiny, etc. desired
+ Familiarity with fault detection and diagnostic analytics platforms, including integration with building automation systems and related programming experience (ex. Python) is preferred
Additional Information
+ Relocation assistance is not available for this role
+ Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $110,000.00 - $140,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10117035
Business Line: Energy
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
Source : AECOM