Energy Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

CIS Industries has built a reputation over its 20+ year history for creating an enjoyable and rewarding workplace. The company emphasizes stability, loyalty and a supportive culture. Join our growing team today!

Roles & Responsibilities 1. Energy Auditing & Site Assessments

• Conduct detailed on-site energy audits of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• Evaluate existing Building Automation Systems (BAS/DDC) for operational efficiency and control strategy effectiveness.
• Identify deficiencies in sequences of operation, control loops, sensor accuracy, and equipment performance.
• Collect, trend, and analyze field data (temperatures, flows, pressures, run times, etc).
• Perform Level I–III ASHRAE energy audits as required.
• Document existing conditions and provide actionable recommendations for optimization.
• Collect and distill Utility billing data for consumption and spend

2. DDC Controls Optimization & Analysis

• Review and validate existing DDC control sequences for HVAC systems (AHUs, RTUs, CHWs, HW systems, VAVs, etc.).
• Develop improved control strategies to optimize:
  • Energy efficiency
  • Comfort
  • Equipment lifecycle
• Perform reprogramming or provide detailed sequences for controls contractors.
• Analyze and resolve issues such as:
  • Simultaneous heating & cooling
  • Improper economizer operation
  • Poor setpoint management
• Implement demand control strategies (e.g., supply air reset, chilled water reset, static pressure reset).
• Utilize trend logs and analytics tools to identify optimization opportunities.

3. Energy Modeling & Simulation

• Develop building energy models using tools such as:
  • eQUEST
  • EnergyPlus / OpenStudio
  • TRACE 3D / HAP
• Calibrate models using utility data and field measurements.
• Evaluate energy conservation measures (ECMs), including:
  • Control system upgrades
  • Equipment retrofits
  • Operational changes
• Quantify projected energy savings, cost savings, and ROI.
• Support measurement & verification (M&V) using IPMVP methodologies.

4. HVAC Systems Performance Analysis

• Analyze performance of key HVAC systems:
  • Chilled water plants
  • Hot water systems
  • Air handling systems
  • Ventilation systems
• Identify inefficiencies such as:
  • Equipment short cycling
  • Excessive ventilation
  • Poor part-load performance
• Perform load calculations and compare against actual system operation.
• Evaluate system capacity vs. demand to identify oversizing or control issues.

5. Controls Design & Sequence Development

• Develop detailed HVAC sequences of operation aligned with:
  • ASHRAE guidelines (e.g., Guideline 36)
  • Owner project requirements (OPR)
• Specify control points, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Support the design of new BAS/DDC systems or retrofits.
• Review and approve control submittals, shop drawings, and sequences.

6. Commissioning & Retro-Commissioning (RCx)

• Participate in or lead commissioning and retro-commissioning efforts.
• Verify proper installation and operation of controls and HVAC systems.
• Develop and execute functional performance tests (FPTs).
• Identify and correct operational issues post-installation.
• Provide recommendations to improve system reliability and efficiency.

7. Data Analytics & Continuous Monitoring

• Utilize BAS data, cloud analytics platforms, or fault detection & diagnostics (FDD) tools.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs for energy performance monitoring.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring-based commissioning (MBCx).
• Identify anomalies and recommend corrective actions.
• Implement automated fault detection rules.

8. Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) Development

• Identify, develop, and prioritize ECMs such as:
  • Setpoint optimization
  • Scheduling improvements
  • Advanced control logic
  • Equipment upgrades
• Develop cost estimates and financial analysis (NPV, IRR, payback).
• Prepare technical reports and business cases for stakeholders.

9. Utility & Incentive Program Support

• Support utility rebate and incentive applications.
• Provide required documentation, calculations, and savings estimates.
• Coordinate with program administrators and verify compliance requirements.

10. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports, including:
  • Findings
  • Energy savings opportunities
  • Financial analysis
• Develop sequence of operations documents and control narratives.
• Maintain accurate records of system configurations and changes.
• Present findings to clients, facility teams, and stakeholders.

11. Collaboration & Project Support

• Work closely with:
  • Mechanical engineers
  • Controls contractors
  • Facility managers
  • Commissioning agents
• Provide technical guidance during installation, startup, and optimization.
• Support project execution from concept through implementation.

12. Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all work aligns with:
  • ASHRAE standards (e.g., 90.1, Guideline 36)
  • Local energy codes
  • Sustainability initiatives (LEED, ENERGY STAR)
• Stay current with industry trends in smart buildings, IoT, and advanced controls.

13. Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Train facility staff on BAS/DDC operation and optimized control strategies.
• Develop documentation and standard procedures for ongoing operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Competencies / Skills

• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and psychrometrics
• Expertise in DDC/BAS systems (e.g., Automated Logic, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Trane, Schneider, Honeywell)
• Experience with trend analysis and data-driven decision making
• Proficiency in energy modeling tools
• Knowledge of control sequences and optimization strategies
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and energy codes

Benefits:

Benefits include paid vacation, 50% 401K match program up to 4% of gross pay, Safe Harbor company contribution 3% of your annual salary, a company supplemented health insurance program, plus employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability. Dental and Vision options are available.

Salary:

Salary commensurate with job experience.