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Energy Engineer

Global Facility Solutions
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2025

Professional Energy Engineer (Hybrid based on experience and projects)

Position Overview

Join our growing team in the dynamic field of Energy Engineering and Decarbonization! We are seeking a Professional Energy Engineer who is passionate about sustainable building operations and energy efficiency. As a key player at Global Facility Solutions (GFS), you will collaborate with both internal teams and clients on projects related to HVAC systems, MEP design, commissioning , energy audits, and more. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of energy engineering while advancing your career in a supportive, innovative environment.

Headquartered in Columbia, MD, GFS provides comprehensive energy and engineering solutions to commercial, federal, and government sectors across the U.S. We pride ourselves on offering unbiased, tailored services for our clients’ building and sustainability needs. GFS is part of the Exigent Group, with over 500 employees. Grow your career with us as we work toward a more sustainable future!

Responsibilities :

  • Provide support to multiple departments including engineering, M&V, and sustainability.
  • Conduct building Energy Audits to analyze HVAC, water, building envelope, and more; make retrofit recommendations based on impacts of energy, operational, and environmental savings.
  • Work with clients to develop and implement customized commissioning or retro-commissioning plans and provide guidance on available utility rebate programs when applicable.
  • Set up BAS trends, install data logging equipment, and analyze collected data.
  • Assist with identifying and evaluating energy conservation measures (ECM) using energy modeling and spreadsheet analysis.
  • Assist with ECM write-ups for proposals and investment grade audits.
  • Analyze utility trends for commercial properties to determine customer energy performance.
  • Assist with evaluating renewable energy and resilience opportunities.
  • Perform calculations to quantify the financials associated with the recommendations including energy savings and budget costs.
  • Engage with clients by maintaining key customer relationships to create opportunities for client growth.
  • Regularly review client deliverables for quality control and budget accountability, ensuring the work is accurate, on time, on budget and meets the client’s needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate across departments (engineering, M&V, sustainability) to support energy projects.
  • Conduct building energy audits focused on HVAC, water systems, building envelopes , and more, recommending retrofits to improve energy, operational, and environmental performance.
  • Develop and implement commissioning and retro-commissioning plans, providing clients with actionable insights and guidance on available utility rebate programs .
  • Set up BAS trends , install data logging equipment, and analyze collected data to identify energy conservation measures (ECMs).
  • Conduct energy modeling and perform financial analysis on ECMs to demonstrate energy savings and associated costs.
  • Create proposal and audit reports to support investment-grade audits and project development.
  • Assess renewable energy opportunities and contribute to client resilience planning .
  • Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet timelines, budgets, and expectations.
  • Location

    This role offers the potential to transition into a hybrid position based on experience and project needs. Most of our projects are concentrated in the Baltimore region , particularly through the utility program, making proximity to this area advantageous. After the initial onboarding period of a few months, you'll have the opportunity to work remotely during the week, depending on project demands. Overall, the role will offer a mix of in-office and remote work tailored to the workload and project requirements.

    Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields (Electrical, Architectural, Environmental, Energy Studies, Sustainability).
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering, energy, or a related field.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD , and building energy modeling software (e.g., eQUEST, EnergyPlus).
  • Familiarity with remote collaboration tools (MS Teams, Zoom, OneDrive).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on quantitative analysis and problem-solving.
  • FE / EIT certification is preferred.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Why Join GFS?

    At GFS, we believe in fostering growth, innovation, and sustainability. You’ll be part of a diverse team of engineers and sustainability professionals, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. We offer a collaborative hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and the chance to contribute to high-impact projects shaping the future of energy engineering.

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