Project Engineer I

Job Title

TRC Advanced Energy is seeking qualified individuals to support commercial and industrial energy efficiency and demand management programs in New Jersey.

The responsibilities include energy auditing, energy analysis, and technical writing for multiple commercial and industrial energy efficiency projects and/or customers. Candidates must possess strong technical capabilities including knowledge of building systems, energy efficiency, demand management, and green building.

The desired candidate will work collaboratively with the Advanced Energy team and clients to provide auditing support and implement market transforming programs that encourage energy efficiency across the Northeast.

The candidate will be presented with the challenge of a range of commercial projects with a variety of energy systems. There will be significant interface with clients that will require travel throughout the State of New Jersey.

This position requires flexibility; diversity of technical expertise; strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; and excellent customer care skills. The candidate will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and perform a variety of complicated tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections to verify installation of energy projects are consistent with designs and scopes of work.
• Draft and implement Measurement and Verification Plans, including field instrumentation and meter deployment.
• Perform energy audits for commercial customers to determine potential energy efficiency improvements.
• Conduct energy analysis and whole building modeling (simulations)
• Identify operations and maintenance energy savings opportunities in buildings.
• Deliver high-quality reports requiring minimal quality control efforts.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines and client expectations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and contractors to ensure that deliverables meet or exceed the customer's expectations.

Skills Needed

• Strong project management skills with the ability to set priorities, collect and document project requirements, successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to be a quick and eager learner of new material and think holistically through complex problems, with technical and non-technical components.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability with a proactive and collaborative style that works well in teams
• Exceptional organizational, time-management and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as the ability to work in a team atmosphere to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with key stakeholder groups.

Qualifications

• Engineering experience: entry level.
• Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical or Energy Engineering.
• AEE, IEEE, ASHRAE, ASME, etc certifications are a plus.
• Experience with energy modeling software a strong plus.
• Aptitude for communicating (written and oral) technical and program concepts to clients, contractors, consumers, and other interested people or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills: proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and use of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) technologies.
• Valid driver's license; position entails travel.
• Legal ability to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Salary Range: USD $70,408.00 - USD $81,619.20 /Yr.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.