Energy Specialist

About the role

Energy Sciences is hiring an Energy Specialist in the Grand Rapids area, working in a hybrid setup with a home-based office. The role supports commercial and industrial customers in reducing their energy use through energy efficiency programs, training and direct-to-customer services. Site work is required and uses a personal vehicle, with up to 25% local travel.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and quantify energy efficiency opportunities and perform energy and economic analyses.
• Review energy assessments, opportunities and calculations; conduct site surveys and facility assessments.
• Collaborate with customers, answer technical questions and develop projects.
• Prepare reports and deliver presentations.
• Support customers with utility energy efficiency programs and work with other technical team members on energy engineering fundamentals.

Required profile

• Five years of experience in energy assessments and commissioning or retro-commissioning-related work.
• Preferred: CEM, CEA, CMVP, EBCP and PE certifications.
• Preferred: two years of experience in utility energy efficiency program support, retro-commissioning of HVAC, lighting and process systems, new building commissioning, HVAC assessments, ASHRAE energy auditing, energy and economic analyses, BMS trending and verification, and calculating verified energy savings.
• Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, pumps, chilled water, hot water, steam, industrial processes, compressed air) and decarbonization strategies.
• Ability to work on-site with customers, write reports and give presentations.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office and advanced Excel
• ASHRAE energy auditing
• BMS trending, field measurement and verification

What we offer

• Salary of USD 71,711 to 92,000 per year.
• Full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD and LTD insurance.
• Retirement plan with match and profit sharing.
• 13 paid holidays, parental leave and 120 hours of paid time off starting in year 1.