CPL

Energy Solutions Engineer

CPL

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Suwanee • North Carolina • South Carolina • United States

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Salary

💰 $112,000 - $135,000 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Identify and qualify regional opportunities, state programs, and grant/funding pathways; partner with the national Business Development team and the broader Energy team to pursue and co-develop pursuits.
  • Integrate and collaborate with regional office locations across Placemaking, Healthcare, Community, and Higher Education practices to establish new avenues for revenue.
  • Serve as the local energy resource to support National and regional practice leaders, project managers, and clients.
  • Integrate with Building Systems (MEP) team as the regional energy subject matter expert, coordinating energy-related scope, QA/QC, and technical delivery.
  • Provide technical assistance for regional and national RFP responses, including scope development, narratives, pricing inputs, and technical exhibits.
  • Perform initial Energy Use Intensity (EUI) benchmarking and utility bill analysis to vet prospective opportunities and quantify baseline performance.
  • Perform ASHRAE Level II audits and feasibility studies; develop energy conservation measures and conceptual implementation pathways.
  • Support clients with RFP development, technical questions, and procurement support; prepare technical review matrices and selection recommendations, as requested.
  • Conduct sustainable product and services research, including emerging technologies (e.g., solar PV, battery storage, electrification, controls, and analytics).
  • Assist with developing repeatable processes and tools for delivering new and existing energy services.
  • Create incentive and grant documentation for utility, state, and federal programs, as applicable.
  • Assist with commissioning and retro-commissioning efforts as the local boots on the ground resource for ongoing and upcoming projects.

Requirements

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with at least 4 years focused on Energy Engineering.
  • Professional Energy licensure or CEM
  • Experience identifying new business opportunities and forming partnerships with potential clients.
  • Proficient in identifying energy saving opportunities for building systems
  • Fundamental knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including mechanical and energy codes and relevant ASHRAE standards.
  • Experience performing energy audits and implementing energy projects
  • Knowledge and experience with solar PV, battery storage, and advanced technologies is a plus
  • Ability to perform energy calculations and utility bill analyses with ease
  • Aptitude for creative problem-solving, particularly in time-sensitive situations which require fast turnaround.
  • A background including zero net energy projects is a plus.
Benefits
  • Healthcare for you and your family: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance.
  • Single HDHP Medical plan with 100% paid premium.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match.
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing.
  • FREE Life Insurance and AD+D Insurance + Voluntary Life Insurance for you and your family.
  • FREE Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
  • PTO + Sick Time + 8 Holidays a year.
  • Retirement Savings Plan - Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds.
  • Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance.
  • Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt.
  • Internal Mobility & Career Advancement.
  • Licensure Assistance.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Energy EngineeringEnergy Use Intensity (EUI) benchmarkingUtility bill analysisASHRAE Level II auditsEnergy conservation measuresEnergy calculationsEnergy auditsSolar PVBattery storageElectrification
Soft Skills
Creative problem-solvingCollaborationTechnical assistanceCommunicationPartnership developmentProject managementTechnical reviewProcess developmentClient supportResearch
Certifications
Professional Energy licensureCertified Energy Manager (CEM)