Smart Buildings Energy Engineer

Siemens8 months ago
San Francisco, CA, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Your Responsibilities

The Energy Engineer conducts facility site visits, analyzes the customer’s current situation, and produces plans for Facility Improvement Measures (FIMs). This position also assists sales and operations in the development, procurement, and execution of performance contracts. Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, responsive, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings, it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

As an Energy Engineer, you will:

  • Perform and lead existing building commissioning and perform and supervise preliminary and detailed facility audits to identify Facility Improvement Measures (FIMs) and opportunities.
  • Participate in pre-sale activities, working closely with Sales to identify and technically qualify customer opportunities for energy efficiency and work with Siemens operations teams and outside vendors as it pertains to developing FIMs.
  • Analyze blueprints and perform site surveys to identify mechanical, electrical, and control systems to determine facility operational characteristics and apply building energy simulation programs to develop energy, cooling, and heating load-building models using modeling software.
  • Perform industry-standard energy calculations (such as weather-based BIN calculations) and develop design concepts and schematics concerning recommended FIMs, including the scope of work descriptions, sequences of operations, code deficiency evaluations, savings potential, cost estimates, and data to verify FIMs.
  • Prepare financial models including Return on Investment (ROI), life cycle costs, and internal rate of return and work collaboratively with our Digital Service Team on Smart Building solutions, as part of Siemens Digitalization Strategy.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Energy Manager or Professional Engineer certification
  • 3+ years of energy industry experience supporting performance-based projects or energy services
  • On-the-job or educational experience with standard ASHRAE energy calculations
  • Verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Experience with Microsoft Office
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
  • Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
  • Commissioning Professional certification
  • 7+ Years of experience with Energy industry experiences supporting performance-based projects or energy services

Ready to create your own journey? Join us today.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Salary Range: $76,898 - $131,825

Location: #LI-CW2 #Zone1-EREF

Keywords: Energy engineering, energy engineer, energy audit, energy calculations, energy efficiency, energy management, sustainability, renewable energy, building energy efficiency, hvac, project development, cost estimates, project management, data analysis, ASHRAE, AEE, BOMA, energy savings, LEED, energy cost calculations, commercial building energy, energy-efficiency, energy analyst, HVAC systems, building energy-efficiency, energy savings, energy data, energy forecasting, ESCO, building energy technologies, energy solutions

Required Skills

sustainability
project development
energy calculations
energy auditing
renewable energy
data analysis
cost estimates
energy engineering
energy efficiency
commercial building energy strategies
HVAC systems
energy management
ASHRAE standards
LEED certification