JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

1. Senior Energy Auditor  2. Energy Auditor  

Job Title:                            Senior Energy Auditor

Primary Work Location:       105 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10454

FLSA Classification:             Exempt

Projected Salary Range:      $ Competitive – commensurate with experience             

The Association for Energy Affordability, Inc. (AEA), a not-for-profit education, training and energy services organization whose mission is to promote energy affordability through energy efficiency, seeks to add a Senior Energy Auditor to its strong team of energy engineers. AEA currently provides energy audits for multifamily buildings participating in DHCR’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), NYSERDA’s Multifamily Performance Program (MPP), and in the KeySpan Low Income Residential Efficiency Program. (For more information, see http://www.aeanyc.org.)

Position Summary: The Senior Energy Auditor should have a minimum of two years experience independently conducting comprehensive energy audits of multifamily or commercial buildings and demonstrated understanding of building science. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct field data collection, carry out energy usage analysis and energy modeling, and prepare the audit report containing recommended scope of work for energy efficiency improvements.  When appropriate, he/she will also be required to prepare heating system upgrades or replacement specifications, and carry out field quality assurance reviews of system installations.

Responsibilities:  The Senior Energy Auditor is responsible for conducting energy assessments of multifamily buildings as assigned, which includes the following responsibilities. 

• Conduct energy audits and in-field energy assessments.
• Make site visits to engage in data collection and analysis.
• Conduct energy analyses using software modeling tools, including EA-QUIP and TREAT.
• Prepare energy assessment reports based on analytic findings.
• Prepare energy reports with detailed specifications and cost savings analysis.
• Prepare detailed heating system upgrade and replacement specifications incorporating high efficiency.
• Conduct technical peer reviews, providing comments and preparing energy assessment reports.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years experience in multifamily and/or commercial building energy engineering; three to five years experience preferred.
• College degree (B.A. or B.S. in Engineering) and a demonstrated interest in energy conservation.
• Knowledge of building systems including lighting technologies, building envelope, mechanical systems (particularly heating systems), and combustion science.
• Working knowledge of technical and cost savings analysis and reporting.
• Proficiency in conducting in-field energy assessments, submetering, lighting, technology, DSM.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software, particularly Excel but also Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of energy modeling software, especially TREAT and/or EA-Quip programs.
• Experience with combined heat and power and photovoltaic projects a plus.
• Knowledge of energy conservation principles and techniques; fuel data analysis; research skills and experience.
• If not already certified by the Building Performance Institute as a Multifamily Building Analyst, the candidate will be expected to obtain this certification within the first six months. 
• Good organizational skills with ability to manage projects from initiation to conclusion while maintaining focus and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in conducting audits.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact well with others in the field and in an office environment.
• May be required to climb ladders and bend, stoop and crawl in confined spaces in order to complete energy assessments as required by the stipulations of the job.   

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, disability, military status, veteran status, or predisposing genetic characteristics. AEA does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.

TO APPLY: Please submit your résumé, Attn: Lisa-HR, by email: lbolognese@aeanyc.org or fax: 212-279-5306.

Job Title:                            Energy Auditor

Primary Work Location:       105 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10454

FLSA Classification:             Exempt

Projected Salary Range:      $ Competitive – commensurate with experience           

The Association for Energy Affordability, Inc. (AEA), a not-for-profit education, training and energy services organization whose mission is to promote energy affordability through energy efficiency, seeks to add an Energy Auditor to its strong team of energy engineers. AEA currently provides energy audits for multifamily buildings participating in DHCR’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), NYSERDA’s Multifamily Performance Program (MPP), and in the KeySpan Low Income Residential Efficiency Program. (For more information, see http://www.aeanyc.org.)

Position Summary: Under supervision, the Energy Auditor will conduct comprehensive energy audits of multifamily or commercial buildings. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct field data collection, carry out energy usage analysis and energy modeling, and, with supervision, to prepare audit reports containing recommended scope of work for energy efficiency improvements.  Within the first year, he/she will also be expected to be able to prepare heating system upgrades or replacement specifications, and carry out field quality assurance reviews of system installations.

Responsibilities:  The Energy Auditor is responsible for conducting energy assessments as directed, which includes the following responsibilities. 

• Conduct energy audits and in-field energy assessments.
• Make site visits to engage in data collection and analysis.
• Conduct energy analyses using software modeling tools, including EA-QUIP and TREAT.
• Prepare energy assessment reports based on analytic findings.
• Prepare energy reports with detailed specifications and cost savings analysis.
• Assist in preparation of heating system upgrade and replacement specifications incorporating high efficiency, including detailed requirements for heating systems.

Qualifications:

• College degree (B.A. or B.S. in Engineering preferred) and a demonstrated interest in energy conservation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software, particularly Excel but also Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Good organizational skills with ability to manage projects from initiation to conclusion while maintaining focus and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact well with others in the field and in an office environment.
• May be required to climb ladders and bend, stoop and crawl in confined spaces in order to complete energy assessments as required by the stipulations of the job. 

Preference will be given to candidates with experience or demonstrated knowledge in the following areas:

• Building systems including lighting technologies, building envelope, mechanical systems (particularly heating systems), and combustion science.
• Technical and cost savings analysis and reporting.
• Conducting in-field energy assessments, submetering, lighting, technology, DSM.
• Energy modeling software, especially TREAT and/or EA-Quip programs.
• Combined Heat and Power and Photovoltaic projects a plus.
• Energy conservation principles and techniques.
• Fuel data analysis.
• Research skills and experience.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, disability, military status, veteran status, or predisposing genetic characteristics. AEA does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.

TO APPLY: Please submit your résumé, Attn: Lisa-HR, by email: lbolognese@aeanyc.org or fax: 212-279-5306.