Senior Optimization Engineer

Senior Optimization Engineer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Cleveland, OH

Reporting To: Nicholas Pavlak

Senior Commissioning/Optimization Engineer or Administrator performs assignments related to energy assessment, energy conservation, facility optimization, energy studies, measurement verification, monitoring-based commissioning, and commissioning/validation projects while fostering a collaborative approach to all activities and working effectively with other practice colleagues.

This role offers the opportunity to grow your plumbing engineer career while contributing to meaningful projects in a trusted, long-standing HEAPY market.

• Possession of a 4-year engineering or similar technical degree from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent working knowledge/experience/experience as a co-op or intern with an advanced degree in engineering.
• Typically requires 6-9 years of related experience (or equivalent working knowledge/experience/advanced degree in engineering) related to engineering systems (HVAC, etc.) in the Built Environment.
• Considerable experience in utilizing various computer software packages and instrumentation, and testing equipment.
• Ideally, possesses a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification and is working toward or has achieved CEM (Certified Energy Management) accreditation, CxA, CPP, or similar accreditations.
• For higher-level achievement, other relevant engineering education and credentials are typically desired, such as but not limited to: PE (Professional Engineer) and appropriate commissioning certification.

• Engages in energy studies, including audits and analysis of existing and new building systems (HVAC, lighting, envelope, etc.).
• Performs system installation, verification, and functional performance testing.
• Performs onsite validation and review of equipment and controls to identify proper operation and/or opportunities to improve performance.
• Prepares energy calculations, utility rate structures, testing procedures, plans, or reports involving HVAC, lighting, standby power, and other energy-consuming or producing equipment, components, or systems.
• Verifies that owners’ project requirements are met from project design through operations.
• Leads by example in hitting client deadlines and performing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Leverages MEP system knowledge to identify and quantify energy conservation measures (ECMs), working with design teams to recommend efficiency improvements.
• Reviews and provides feedback on energy models that simulate building performance and energy usage, ensuring compliance with measurement and verification standards.
• Initiates collaboration with engineering colleagues to:
  • Successfully develop and perform system installation verification and functional performance testing.
  • Perform onsite validation and review of equipment and controls to identify proper operation and/or opportunities to improve performance.
  • Prepare and review energy calculations, utility rate structures, testing procedures, plans, or reports involving HVAC, lighting, standby power, and other energy-consuming or producing equipment, components, or systems.
• Mentors and supports colleagues in their technical development and professional growth at the request of the Operations Manager or Practice Technical Leader.
• Leads clients’ engagements by translating technical findings into meaningful recommendations, project scopes, and business cases.
• Performs life cycle cost analyses and evaluates project cash flow and incentive opportunities, preparing clear, visually compelling reports and presentations for internal teams, owners, and decision-makers.
• Stays informed of evolving energy codes, policies, incentives, and technologies to keep our clients ahead of the curve.
• Supports documents and submittals for client pursuits of LEED, Energy Star, and other relevant designations/certifications.
• Additional responsibilities as requested/needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to remain sedentary at a workstation for long periods of time while operating a keyboard and using a…