Energy Engineer

WHY CHA?

Responsibility connects us, empowers us, binds us to our community, and challenges us to do what is right. Clean water, safe roads, efficient energy, resilient power sources, and buildings that enhance their surroundings – these are significant responsibilities we take to heart.

At CHA, we believe in responsibly improving the world we live in, and we ask our team to aspire to that ideal every day. At the foundation of our responsibility is our commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and equality. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We believe it is our responsibility and work to do that each and every day.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

YOUR IMPACT

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking an Energy Engineer with energy efficiency experience to join our Advanced Energy Team based in either Boston, MA or Parsippany, NJ.

The Energy Engineer will work with the AE Team and clients on energy efficiency and sustainability related projects. Our team is growing and is looking for a quick and eager learner, who enjoys developing practical solutions to complex problems. The Engineer will perform detailed energy audits and lead or assist with follow-up design of recommended Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs) after the energy audits are complete. This position reports to the Mechanical/Energy Team Leader, and a hybrid office/remote work arrangement may be considered.

The Engineer will perform energy audits, commissioning, retro-commissioning, and measurement and verification (M&V). The energy audits may be ASHRAE Level 1, 2, or 3; they may be conducted at educational, laboratory, institutional, commercial, or industrial facilities. Most often, the audits will be ASHRAE Level 3; conceptual design and cost estimates with an accuracy of +/- 20% are typically required to be developed by the engineer. In addition, the engineer will be part of a design team that implements the audit into a set of engineering drawings and technical specifications issued for construction. The Engineer’s reports and calculations are an integral part of the process and will be overseen by one of CHA’s professional engineers.

The Engineer is expected to represent CHA professionally while doing field work and in client meetings. The Engineer must work with client facility staff to gather the required site and equipment data information independently. Competitive applicants will demonstrate an ability to independently prioritize their workload, successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet internal and external deadlines.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Energy or other related Engineering or Science discipline is required

Minimum 2 year related engineering experience is required

Experience in performing ASHRAE Level 1, 2, and 3 audits, or energy evaluations is a strong plus

An understanding of commissioning and M&V is preferred

Experience with, and an understanding of, building automation systems, steam, hot water, chilled water, and HVAC systems and components is a strong plus

Excellent oral and written communication skills required

Good interpersonal and leadership skills required

Prior consulting engineering experience is preferred, but not required

Prior mechanical design experience through professional work, and/or internship experience preferred

Trane Trace or other building modeling knowledge is a plus

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Must have a valid US driver’s license and reliable transportation

Occasional (25%) travel will be required

Must be able to walk throughout large facilities that may require PPE (i.e., steel toe shoes, hardhat, eye and ear protection, face masks, and/or respirators)

Must be able to climb ladders and stairs to access roof or other locations

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

At CHA, we are helping to build a world where thought leadership, social responsibility, and diversity thrive, and we are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a highly talented and diverse team of individuals to help us do it. Our aspiration to responsibly improve the world we live in – combined with hiring practices, training opportunities, and engagement with our communities – reflect a company culture that is progressive and forward leaning.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.