Energy Engineering Analyst

Willdan is seeking an Energy Engineering Analyst for a Summer Internship in Denver, CO. The role involves learning about mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, improving efficiency, and evaluating energy resources. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in engineering, have an interest in energy sustainability, and be comfortable with remote work. The position emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and detailed analysis.
Willdan is a full-service design-build engineering and energy services company. We take comprehensive solutions from design concept to implementation with a collaborative team of engineers, construction managers, and commissioning professionals. We specialize in energy and infrastructure improvement projects through design-build and performance contracting. We work with clients in higher education, K-12 education, healthcare, local government, commercial, and industrial facility markets.

Willdan Performance Engineering, a division of Willdan Group, is seeking an Energy Engineering Analyst for a Summer Internship.

Working With Our Team You Will
• Learn to understand the engineered systems that comprise the built environment: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, etc. (MEP). Your instruction will be accomplished through facility site audits, mentorship from our team of experts, and your own initiative.
• Identify strategies for improving the efficiency of the MEP systems within a building, evaluating opportunities for distributed energy resources (solar, battery storage, and EV chargers), and exploring facility infrastructure upgrades.
• Mathematically evaluate efficiency measures through spreadsheet analysis and detailed energy modeling.
• Calculate the financial costs and savings from implementing various projects.
• Share any findings through verbal communication and written reports.

Who You Are
• You are someone who has an interest in the mechanical and electrical systems within commercial and institutional facilities. Additionally, you are passionate about crafting a sustainable future for our civilization.
• You seek challenges and can apply innovative approaches to solving problems. Additionally, you are comfortable working in a team-based environment to meet project goals.
• You live in the details and enjoy understanding how systems work at a fundamental level.
• You are self-motivated and have adapted to working/learning remotely using video conferencing and screen sharing communication platforms.

What We Would Love To See
• Exposure to detailed analysis, either through classes, research, personal projects, etc.
• Interest in energy and sustainability industries.
• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Familiarity with Colorado's initiatives toward energy efficiency, water conservation, and decarbonization.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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