Energy Efficiency Engineer

Energy Efficiency Engineers work with commercial and industrial customers in the area to identify and verify energy savings projects while facilitating Idaho Power incentives.

Position Overview: The Energy Efficiency Engineer is responsible for working with commercial and industrial customers to identify projects to reduce energy usage, quantify energy savings, and facilitate utility incentives. This includes a lot of problem solving, collaboration and interaction with coworkers, customers, vendors, and clients.

• Performing high-level energy engineering analyses to inform customer decision making
• Working with mechanical contractors to scope commercial HVAC energy efficiency projects and communicating utility incentive program requirements
• Performing retrocommissioning / building controls optimization efforts
• Supporting Strategic Energy Management (SEM) at commercial and industrial sites
• Conducting on-site measurement and verification of energy projects
• Conducting deep-dive technical energy efficiency studies of industrial and commercial mechanical systems
• Working with industrial and commercial customers to scope and develop energy efficiency projects
• Writing clear and concise technical reports for technical and non-technical audiences

We are looking for people with a wide range of technical and soft skills. Our engineers are excellent communicators who can deep-dive into a technical analysis while seeing the big picture of each project.

• Ability to identify mechanical and electrical equipment in the field and explain control methods and what retrofits or changes can be implemented to conserve energy
• P.E., EIT, CEM, and/or CMVP preferred
• A high energy, self-starter with excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Working knowledge of commercial and industrial mechanical systems and building science
• At least 4 years’ experience in the energy efficiency or mechanical engineering field
• Excellent writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Capability of working autonomously and collaboratively on a team, with good project and time management skills
• Engineering degree and/or great experience required
• Experience conducting ASHRAE Level II Audits
• Experience analyzing commercial and industrial energy systems and quantifying annual energy savings

We provide a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, room for growth, and an amazing work environment surrounded by excellent people.

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, HSA, 401K with 4% match & Profit Sharing, PTO, Paid Holidays, Parental Leave, Wellness Reimbursement, and First Time Homebuyers Assistance.
• Location: Boise, ID or surrounding areas. Positions are hybrid with a mix of working from home and with boots on the ground throughout Idaho Power’s territory (primarily Boise to Pocatello). Relocation assistance is available.
• Base Pay: $80,000-$135,000 annually (Engineer II – Senior Engineer) with opportunities for advancement. All positions are eligible for an annual bonus and profit share on top of base pay.