Description
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is seeking a full-time Mid-Level Energy Consultant / Energy Auditor based in our Newark, DE operations.
The chosen candidate will work on energy resilience, energy auditing, and other energy projects primarily for residential clients. You will be integrated into our team framework to conduct energy and water resilience studies; perform investigations of HVAC equipment, and energy management control systems (EMCS)/direct digital control (DDC), and lighting, power, or other energy-related systems to recommend advanced control strategies; identify energy conservation opportunities; and help facilitate the implementation of projects, initiatives, and programs that increase energy and water resilience, reduce energy consumption and demand, save money, and help the environment.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role
Work tasks in this position involve a combination of office duties and frequent field visits in and around various client facility sites.
Primary office duties include:
• Managing energy efficiency programs and initiatives.
• Conducting daily facility walkthroughs to perform energy audits and identify conservation opportunities.
• Developing energy savings estimates through building energy modeling and other engineering calculations.
• Developing cost and payback analyses for identified initiatives.
• Maintaining detailed and accurate project records including data, documentation, and reports.
• Exploring and developing distributed generation and renewable energy projects.
• Providing energy training and support to staff.
• Conducting design reviews and analyze energy and utility data.
• Assisting in construction and implementation of energy projects.
• Developing technical reports or portions of technical reports, occasionally under tight deadlines.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
General project support duties include:
• Working collaboratively to achieve results
• Daily communication with team members
• Frequent meetings to coordinate work efforts to feed work seamlessly
• Documenting deliverable management
• Securing qualified resources to meet project objectives
• Meeting or exceeding client expectations
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in energy resilience, energy consulting, energy auditing with extensive experience conducting ASHRAE Level 1 energy audits, commissioning, or retro-commissioning engineering. Experience with project development, life-cycle cost analysis, direct digital controls, microgrid controls, and building/system optimization is highly desired.
We are looking for future team members with:
• Proficient knowledge of utility information systems, energy management technologies, and metering.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and presentation abilities
• Knowledge of utility information systems, energy and water management technologies, and metering
• At least three years' experience conducting ASHRAE Level 2 energy audit inspections and written report delivery
• Ability to communicate and work with all team members in a conscientious and inclusive way
• Excellent problem-solving skills and track record of delivering results
• Track record of producing technically correct finished work, including technical reports, white papers, metrics, and briefs
• Proficient computer skills, including the use of spreadsheets, especially MS Excel, and other database applications
• Experience with eQUEST, Energy Pro, or other modeling software is a plus.
This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
Degree / Certifications
BS in mechanical engineering or energy-related field is required, but equivalent demonstrated experience may be acceptable.
Possession of one or more of the following registrations or certifications is preferred:
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
• Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP) from the AEE
• Existing Building Commissioning Professional (EBCP) from the AEE
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP) from the Building Commissioning Association (BCA)
• Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP) from ASHRAE
• Accredited Commissioning Process Authority Professional (ACPAP) from the University of Wisconsin
• Professional Engineer registration or other relevant certifications a plus.
Work Environment
The role involves a combination of office work and frequent field visits to various client facility sites.
This position requires roughly 25% travel that includes overnight stays, usually less than a week at a time. Field duties include:
• Conducting facility audits
• Performing field inspections and functional performance tests
• Reviewing operating modes, sequence of operations, and specifics of equipment, operations, and maintenance
• Identifying energy and water conservation opportunities
• Troubleshooting system operational issues that impact system operation and energy efficiency
• Assessing infrastructure for vulnerabilities and deficiencies
• Delivering technical presentations to clients
• Effectively communicating with both client leadership and facility maintenance personnel
• Meeting with clients
• Managing onsite personnel, including subcontractors, to adapt to changing field conditions and still meet the objectives of the project
Life at Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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