Senior Energy Engineer

Sr. Energy Engineer

Oakland, CA, USA

KEMA, an international company headquartered in Arnhem, The Netherlands, is a technical leader in the way power is supplied and electricity is used around the world. Our clients include energy utilities, electrical equipment manufacturers, energy companies, authorities and corporations in the electrical and electronic engineering industries.

Location and Team

KEMA's Sustainable Use Consulting group is seeking a Senior Energy Engineer to work out of our Oakland, CA office. This individual will be expected to lead and provide advanced technical contributions to energy research and evaluation efforts throughout the US. Projects would include impact evaluations of residential, C&I energy efficiency and demand response programs. The successful candidate will train and mentor engineering staff, lead field teams, perform advanced data collection and complex analyses, and interface with clients.

Tasks may include

Writing project proposals and plans and reviewing site level plans
Managing projects and/or tasks involving engineering or field data collection elements
Supervising, training and mentoring a team of energy engineers and analysts
Analyzing energy performance and reporting the impacts associated with efficiency improvements
Reviewing and making recommendations on savings calculations performed by other organizations
Imparting knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and evaluation methods
Performing and training personnel to perform on-site inspections and efficiency assessments
Designing energy analyses using advanced spreadsheets and building simulation software
Verifying installation, operations, and performance characteristics of energy-efficient equipment
Installing measurement equipment and analyzing measured data, including lighting loggers, power recorders, and other data acquisitions systems
Leading teams to collectively complete tasks on time and on budget
Presenting and defending the methodology and results of the evaluation through written reports

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required
Related B.S. degrees will be considered only when paired with relevant experience, coursework, or specialization
Expertise in measurement and verification (M&V) of energy efficiency measures
Minimum ten (10) years of work experience in energy efficiency program delivery or evaluation
Relevant work experience in energy consulting environment
Building simulation experience with eQUEST, DOE-2, or EnergyPlus software
Extensive knowledge of building science, HVAC, electrical, and other industrial systems is required
Advanced data analysis, modeling, and innovative problem solving skills
An organized, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work independently
High proficiency in English technical writing for general audiences
High proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel is required
A positive, team-oriented attitude
Ability to satisfactorily pass a background investigation and drug screen required
Valid driver's license and vehicle required. Mileage will be reimbursed.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or emphasis on Statistics, Economics, Energy Policy, Engineering
Professional Engineering license
Experience with SAS software and Visual Basic programming
Relevant certifications such as CEM, HERS, BPI, LEED AP

This is a US-based opportunity located in our Oakland, CA office. Applicants must be fully-authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer. Local candidates preferred.

What we're offering
KEMA offers a friendly, professional working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package.

KEMA is an equal opportunity employer. Visit our websites at www.kema.com.

If interested, please apply online at http://track.tmpservice.com/ApplyClick.aspx?id=1386067-1867-4449