Energy Engineer

Description

Leidos is seeking an Energy Engineer to join our Hawai‘i Energy program team’s efforts in empowering our community to achieve the state’s clean energy goals.

For over 14 years, Hawai‘i Energy has empowered island families and businesses to make smart energy choices by educating them about the many, lasting benefits of clean energy. We encourage and reward practical everyday energy-saving decisions that save money, grow our economy, and reduce the demand for electricity. Our team members are committed to our mission and supporting Hawai‘i’s goal to achieve 100% clean energy by 2045. The Hawai‘i Energy program is administered by Leidos, Inc. under a contract with the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission. For more information, visit

Location: Candidate must be located in Hawaii currently and be within commuting distance to Honolulu Hawaii.

The Challenge:

The desirable candidate has a strong grasp of Engineering fundamentals in mechanical and electrical equipment, along with excellent communication skills. They should possess a passion, curiosity, and drive to learn and provide technical assistance to optimize energy consumption for commercial customers. The desirable candidate is also passionate about achieving carbon neutrality and is committed to empowering customers to reach Hawai‘i’s 100% clean energy goal by 2045.

Under the guidance of the Technical Services & Engineering Manager and/or other staff, the Energy Engineer will:

• Review energy efficiency calculations and energy models for commercial projects.
• Perform data acquisition and analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze billing and utility data using linear and multivariable regression models (post project reviews, rates, weatherization, and anomalies).
• Provide energy advising customized for commercial customers.
• Perform site visits to conduct building energy audits to identify major energy consumption areas and optimize building operation, lighting, controls, and HVAC equipment operation.
• Write technical summaries and briefs for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop educational material for building owners and the design and construction communities.
• Develop and review measurement and verification (M&V) plans, perform M&V activities and analyze data to determine savings and costs of energy projects.
• Research and develop prescriptive savings measures for emerging energy efficiency technologies.
• Develop and deliver presentations for events and meetings and participate in stakeholder community events.
• Develop interactive visualizations using R, Python, JavaScript, or other languages for internal and external stakeholders.

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with two plus (2+) years of professional experience in engineering, technical project management or related areas. May consider more years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency in analytical programming language (R, Python) as well as SQL.
• Strong technical, quantitative, and analytic capabilities including technical report writing and advanced spreadsheet development/analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within cross-functional teams.
• Physical ability to perform energy audits and field verification of pre and post installation of energy efficiency measures.
• Valid Driver’s license required.

You Might Also Have:

• Project financing and cost analysis experience.
• Experience in the fields of energy efficiency and/or the built environment.
• Energy auditing (ASHRAE Level 1 & 2 Audit) and field metering experience.
• Construction management, and/or building maintenance experience.
• Strong coding experience.

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits . We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.

Original Posting Date: 2024-07-15

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $55,250.00 - $99,875.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.