Sustainability Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

The Sustainability Engineer provides project origination, technical support, oversight, and guidance to the ESS RENU retrofit and renewable energy infrastructure program. The position is a staff engineering and project management role that performs technical and techno-economic evaluations of opportunities to develop profitable projects. The position also tracks the progression of projects, reports project performance to customers, and continues to develop the company's technical capabilities. This position is intended to be part of a team of project engineers, but is intended to be self-motivated when given daily direction.

COMPANY SUMMARY

EcoSmart Solution (ESS) is a green energy services provider (Green ESP), specializing in both new development and the existing built environment. The firm designs and delivers scalable decarbonization solutions for real estate owners and developers. By combining innovative geothermal infrastructure with a comprehensive suite of distributed energy resources, ESS aims to help create future-proofed communities. For existing buildings ESS evaluates a building’s energy consumption, identifying where efficiencies can be applied to significantly reduce the carbon footprint.

With a strong foundation in commercial real estate, stemming from EcoSmart’s establishment by Taurus Investment Holdings, LLC in 2014, ESS’ deep understanding of real estate enables the team to deliver tailored solutions that optimize energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve property values. www.ecosmartsolution.com

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, architectural, or electrical engineering required.
• 2 years’ experience in building engineering.
• Interested in pursuing professional licensure.
• Experience with building controls or building operations is a plus.
• Experience with industrial/warehouse design and construction is a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and data analysis techniques.
• Experience with energy modeling and building systems operation is required.
• Working knowledge of basic economic evaluation methods and concepts is required.
• Able to multitask within a cross-functional team.
• Willing and able to learn and apply sustainability, energy, HVAC, and ESG topics.
• Travel to US project sites required.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interface with a broad range of client contacts including real estate asset managers, owners, developers, lenders, etc.
• Analyze energy efficiency retrofit projects of multifamily, commercial, and/or industrial buildings to develop decarbonization plans that are cost neutral or accretive based on sound technical and economic support.
• Analyze opportunities to provide the ESS Geothermal, battery storage, and solar infrastructure to new construction opportunities.
• Perform utility bill and rate evaluation and analysis.
• Perform due diligence for prospective deals and projects as it relates to project schedule, funding, and capitalization in collaboration with teammates.
• Evaluate optimal envelope, mechanical system, electrical, plumbing, and renewable energy upgrades options for projects with energy and cost savings projections.
• Develop installation budget projections for defined scope.
• Support onsite technical overview of ongoing projects as needed; coordinate with site construction manager, site GC, engineer of record, subcontractors and others as needed to ensure projects meet technical requirements.
• Utilize data visualization tools to support the business model.
• Research and monitor local market conditions and positive implications for project selection and investment strategy including market acceptance of energy projects, incentives/rebates and other opportunities.
• Coordinate external and internal project partners including communication, meeting preparation and presentation.
• Ensure effective communication with customers.
• Execute all assigned projects independently and with high standards.
• Perform general office tasks required for office day-to-day operations.
• Handle confidential material and information with discretion.
• Work collaboratively with the entire ESS team.
• Other related projects and assignments as required.
• Report to the Senior Sustainability Project Engineer.