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University of Delaware

Energy Systems Engineer

Newark, Delaware, 19716, United States

Context of Job

Under limited direction, the Energy Systems Engineer will maintain and enhance the physical and enterprise infrastructure of UD’s energy metering and management systems. This position provides advanced technical support in the installation, operation, and maintenance of Energy metering and lighting control equipment including physical field devices, communications, methods and enterprise software systems.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive energy conservation strategy and plan for the university facilities. This includes a prioritized and itemized list of potential energy conservation projects, including projected energy savings and the return on investment (ROI)
• Document the energy savings of all implemented energy conservation projects using certified energy audit standards. Calculate the annual energy savings for all projects implemented to serve as the accounting standard for the budget transfers into the Green Revolving Fund.
• Conduct thorough on-site energy audits of buildings and facilities, evaluating energy systems, equipment, and processes to identify areas of energy waste, such as inefficient lighting and HVAC systems. Document all potential energy conservation projects.
• Collect and analyze data related to energy consumption, including utility bills, energy usage logs, and equipment specifications to discover and document potential energy conservation projects.
• Use specialized tools and equipment to measure and evaluate energy performance, including data loggers and energy meters to discover and document potential energy conservation projects.
• Develop periodic reports and reporting tools (via Excel or similar) on the status of campus energy data collection and management systems. Prepare detailed reports, presenting energy audit findings, recommendations, and estimated cost savings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant technical discipline with four years’ experience in energy management and/or relevant software controls, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Passion for energy savings/optimization and the implementation of data acquisition and analytics systems.
• Knowledge of building operating systems and current building systems technology, such as HVAC systems, building electrical systems, and Buildings Automation Systems.
• Knowledge of direct digital control systems as applied to building operating, safety, and security systems.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Experience with typical computer systems and desktop software packages.
• Experience using specialized software packages for data acquisition and control of metering and energy management systems.

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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