Energy Specialist I

~ Prominently ranked on numerous industry 'best of' lists, EYP is a national, award-winning architectural and engineering firm with a strong commitment to design excellence. Our portfolio includes new construction, healthcare, renovation and historic preservation projects for college and university and government clients. ~ 

The Weidt Group, the energy practice of EYP Inc., is an exceptional multidisciplinary group of architects and engineers specializing in energy conservation and sustainable design. We collaborate with A/E teams on commercial and institutional building projects of all types and sizes.

We've been in this business since 1977 and are recognized internationally for our work. The Weidt Group has a strong base of analysis and research projects for universities, utilities, architectural firms, research organizations and building product manufacturers. We offer an amenable, flexible and collegial working environment in fully daylit offices.

Position Overview

The Weidt Group is currently seeking an Energy Specialist to join our innovative and creative team in our Washington, DC office. We are looking for someone who has a good presence, communication skills, and technical skills. 

We depend on quality people and look for the following traits in candidates: 

• Positive attitude
• Goal-oriented, integrity and sense of ownership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creativity and desire to produce quality
• Technical flexibility and a desire to learn
• Desire to thrive in a creative team environment
• Ability to work well both independently and in team environments 

Responsibilities 

• Work directly with building owners, architects and engineers to understand their energy conservation goals
• Manage a portfolio of projects at different stages of a consulting process
• Performenergy simulation analysis and deliver model results
• Prepare reports detailing analysis activities and design advice
• Communicate technical systems in a manner that is easily understood in order to guide teams toward energy conservation decisions
• Team with project managers to ensure high quality results and deliverables
• Ideal candidates will combine background in mechanical system design and/or energy modeling, with strong interest in sustainable design consulting, integrated building design projects, and measurement and verification of building and engineered systems' performance 

Qualifications 

Position Requirements: 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Building Science or closely related field; or other equivalent experience
• Experience with energy modeling using various programs such as EnergyPlus, eQuest and Design Builder
• Familiarity with computer programming and using tools such as MS Excel to manipulate model inputs and summarize and understand modeled results
• Must be knowledgeable of design or construction processes and/or building operation, as well as thermodynamics, physics, mathematics, and energy codes
• Demonstrated ability to accurately analyze information, make strategic decisions/recommendations and guide decision-making by identifying anticipated benefits, consequences and impacts of alternative system options
• Understanding of energy codes and standards (ASHRAE 55, 62.1, 90.1, 189.1)
• Professional Engineer or Registered Architect or qualifications to enable achieving licensure highly preferred
• Industry related certifications such as certified energy manager (CEM), building energy modeling professional (BEMP), LEED accredited professional, building energy assessment professional (BEAP) and/or commissioning authority (CxA) is preferred

Note: Interested candidates must apply on-line. Applicants will be subject to a background investigation. 

~ We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. ~