Project Development / Energy Engineer

Nexus Solutions is seeking a Project Development / Energy Engineer in Madison, WI. The role involves partnering with the development team and clients to enhance energy reliability and efficiency. Key responsibilities include identifying energy savings, supporting design teams, and ensuring compliance with performance contracts. Candidates should have a B.S. in Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in energy modeling systems. The position requires travel about 30% of the time.
PURPOSE: Partner with Nexus development team and clients to help ensure energy reliability, efficiency, and serviceability.




PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Sales Activities

Assist in developing the business case for conceptual solutionsServe as technical arm of the sales team to develop and/or present potential solutions Development Activities

Identify energy savings opportunities and measures for institutional and commercial buildingsProvide preliminary analysis of energy efficiency improvements to inform work plan design Monitor consumption and other issues that might cause additional usage Work with clients to identify additional opportunities to increase energy efficiency Provide design team support by modeling various building and system options Measurement and Verification Activities

Develop a measurement and verification plan for each performance contractMonitor data gathering systems for energy consumption Verify projects are completed and the energy savings are as predictedCoordinate and prepare customer reports including cost reduction analysis to meet contract specifications and/or guarantees Ensure utility and legislative reporting needs are metSecure utility rebates on behalf of clients as needed


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

B.S. Degree in Engineering or related fieldA minimum of 5 years’ experience in the building systems/operations fieldStrong background in building systems engineeringProficient with energy modeling systems such as eQUEST, DOE2 and Trane TRACESkilled in building energy modeling, utility tracking, measurement & verification methods, LEED/Energy Star administration, and solar modelingAdept at conducting investment-grade energy auditsIPMVP certification or ability to obtainKnowledge of facility improvement measures such as relative cost, feasibility and energy impactsStrong verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated initiative, able to hold self and others accountable Competency in Excel, Word and PowerPointExperience reading and interpreting blueprints and drawingsAble to travel approximately 30% of the time and accommodate flexible scheduling


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certification such as CEM or CMVP Performance contracting experienceExperience with solar energy Experience working with K-12 facilities, programs, and priorities