Project Development Engineer I

Role Description

We are looking for an eager and energetic Project Development Engineer that is passionate about the energy and sustainability industry. This individual will be a part of a dynamic team, delivering creative facility and energy solutions to our clients. The selected candidate will become a part of a growing organization that is invested in your career growth, with competitive benefits and a diverse project workload. This individual will be shaped to become the next leader in the energy industry.

• Performs preliminary and conceptual engineering tasks, including energy analysis and modeling.
• Conduct and support ASHRAE Level I and Level II energy audits.
• Support business development activities that lead to awarded contracts, including client relationship building, project positioning, teaming arrangements, proposal preparation, and oral presentations.
• Manage Microsoft Project® for project scheduling and all related Project Development activities.
• Extract utility data from customer bills for energy modeling.
• Perform custom engineering calculations and energy modeling using eQuest and Trane Trace 3D®.
• Support implementation and commissioning teams by providing required information and data to successfully complete projects.
• Apply knowledge of mission-critical systems and terminology to build customer confidence during energy audits, client engagements, and Project Development.
• Participate in complex problem solving during energy audits, contributing unique and creative solutions.
• Support the timely delivery of project deliverables and adherence to development schedules.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new and emerging technologies for use in future projects.
• Perform all duties in alignment with the Company’s vision, purpose, quality objectives, and established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Applicable Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a minimum of 5 years’ experience is required.
• Additional project development, engineering, and energy related professional certifications are a plus (e.g. LEED-AP, CEM, DBIA, etc.)
• Two or more years of progressive project development or implementation experience.
• Strong initiative, and interpersonal communications skills required.
• Demonstrates engineering and analytical acumen to develop complex solutions and build credibility.
• Experience working on complex projects and interdisciplinary teams of professionals.
• Moderate regional travel required with possibility of limited national travel. Ability to travel 30 – 50% of the time.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks to ensure timely delivery of high-quality deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders while delivering excellent customer service in a highly dynamic growth environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, evolving, entrepreneurial work environment.
• Ability to become proficient in energy modeling software, trend analysis reporting, L1 Energy Audit Report generation, CxAlloy software, and Functional Performance Testing.
• Travel is a required component of this role and will be necessary to meet job responsibilities.

Company Description

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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