Senior Energy Engineer

• Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000 Wake County Government
• 3.8 Raleigh, NC Job Details $88,538
• $159,359 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Driver's License Commercial plumbing Full Job Description What You'll Be Doing Are you a licensed engineer who is inspired by energy efficiency in commercial buildings?

If yes, see what Wake County General Services Administration (GSA) has to offer. We are looking for our next Senior Energy Engineer to provide professional guidance and leadership in energy management as well as improving and maintaining a variety of facilities. This position includes analyzing and presenting data and making repairs and improvements in energy efficiency in the building portfolio and serving as Project Manager for energy projects. Here at GSA our portfolio includes nearly 200 buildings, totaling over 5 million square feet and vary greatly from cutting-edge new construction to one of the oldest and most unique high-rises in NC. Our facility inventory includes courthouses, EMS stations, libraries, health centers, detention centers and the list keeps going. Every day brings something new and we keep you inside the county, only traveling from Apex to Zebulon.

Essential Functions:

This position is responsible for specializing in Mechanical & Electrical projects such as HVAC controls, LED Lighting, retro commissioning and solar PV and EV charging projects. This position assist in energy analysis and long-term planning for the entire building portfolio to reduce utility and operating costs and make progress on County strategic goals and resolutions. Physical Plant has 4 work groups: General Trades, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing. The Supervisors for these trades will often rely on this position for guidance in problem solving, modernizing systems, or coordinating resources among each trade discipline especially related to optimizing facility energy use. Essentially, this position's expertise will be solicited and valued on energy related items. The Senior Energy Engineer will also have responsibility for energy management of Wake County facilities and is staff to the Wake County Energy Advisory Commission along with the Physical Plant Director. This position also works closely with Facilities Design &Construction to ensure that buildings are built in a sustainable and maintainable manner.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility Management:

Keeps Wake County facilities, its building systems and related equipment operating as consistently and efficiently as possible-this includes assisting Trades Supervisors with troubleshooting system failures and ensuring that buildings are code compliant and meet all regulatory requirements

Project Management:

Function as or work collaboratively with Project Managers on establishing the scope, budget, design, schedule and implementation of the project

Data Analysis:

Analyze a range of data inputs including utility data and building system information to identify meaningful trends that will assist in decision-making processes and interpret diagnostics on system operations in order to maintain the integrity of core building systems

Presentations:

Ability to craft and deliver detailed presentations on energy concepts for a broad range of audiences

Leadership:

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems and general construction principals and processes is required to offer guidance to all related Trades groups

Planning:

Assists in the planning of CIP projects in the Energy Conservation Measure CIP

• this position will work with the trade groups to ensure that technology implemented and considered has a defined maintenance plan Position is responsible for facilities operating 24/7 and may be required to work outside the standard schedule as needed.

NOTE:

A criminal background and credit check will be conducted. About Our Team General Services Administration (GSA) manages Wake County owned and leased facilities, the Wake County fleet, provides criminal justice support, and supports a number of General Government business units. GSA is dedicated to ensuring safe, productive work environments; safe, reliable vehicles; and consistent corporate support to assigned business units. The department is organized into six major organizational service delivery divisions: (1) Administration, (2) Central Services, (3) Field Services, (4) Fleet Services, (5) Physical Plant and (6) Security and Safety Services. These service organizations support the four core businesses of

GSA:

facility management, fleet management, general government and criminal justice support. The Basics (Required Education and Experience) Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facility Management or related field Five years of job related experience A valid driver's license and a "safe" driving Equivalent education and experience are accepted Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Project management related certification (PMP) CEM or PEM Certification Eight years of experience in engineering or architecture related field Five years or more experience in managing projects North Carolina Professional Engineering License or Architecture Registration Firm grasp of mechanical, electrical and plumbing operations along with general construction knowledge Two years direct experience with Building Management Systems/Building Automation Systems or Building Commissioning How Will We Know You're 'The One'? You have a passion for reducing energy consumption and cost in commercial facilities Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions and actively work to resolve the issues with sound judgement Strong project management skills including the ability to work with multiple disciplines to complete a project Ability to read and interpret construction documents Knowledge and experience in HVAC controls and building commissioning Strong interpersonal skills ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others Along with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization with tact and diplomacy Excellent computer skills including the ability to manipulate large databases and extract relevant information Proven ability to estimate, budget, plan, organize and prioritize a large portfolio of projects Strong troubleshooting skill including the ability to take data from multiple sources to identify the point of failure Ability to firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles and set a good example for team members Knowledge of workplace safety practices and PPE to conform with OSHA requirements

About This Position Location:

General Services Center Raleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type:

Regular Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday 7:30 am
• 4:30 pm

Hiring Range:

88,538

• 123,949

Market Range:

88,538.00

• 159,359.

00 Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date:

This position is posted until filled.