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Compass Group, North America Sustainability / Energy Engineer in Charlotte, North Carolina
ESFM
Pay Grade: 16
ESFM is the corporate Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) division of Compass Group USA and a Keystone member of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).
Rooted in hospitality, ESFM elevates the workplace experience as the single source of innovative FM solutions that ensure a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. ESFM’s clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets.
ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of service categories includes Environment, Health & Safety, Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, Sustainability, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Laboratory Support and Workplace solutions. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees.
In 2020, ESFM (formerly Eurest Services) won the George Graves Award for Facility Management Achievement from the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).
Job Summary
This position will be responsible for the identification and technical analysis of energy savings opportunities and Building Performance Optimization Studies.
The Energy Engineer is also responsible for technical aid to current clients in developing overall projects in a strategic manner.
Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities
- Perform energy cost savings calculations using hand calculations, spreadsheets, and modeling
software.
- Perform preliminary and detailed technical energy audits using software tools available from DOE
such as MEASUR & ENERGY STAR in a wide range of facilities. Find facility improvement
measures (FIM’s) related to a building’s infrastructure including electrical, mechanical, control, water,
wastewater, envelope, solid waste, irrigation, and lighting systems.
- Decide operational characteristics of a building and find improvement areas by reviewing
sequence of operations and interviewing staff.
- Supply detailed analysis of utility bill data including benchmarking the data against similar facilities.
Benchmarking methods include Energy Star Portfolio Management, DCIE, PUE and other industry
standards.
Work with utility providers to secure rebates for audits and FIM implementation.
Supply written documentation of FIM’s, including exact scope descriptions, equipment
specification, energy savings potential, benefits, and backup data to verify Facility Improvement
Measures.
- Collaborate with Associates about specific project tasks to achieve goals and meet deadlines
compared to assigned projects.
- Ensure that field logging and measurement of equipment to assess the current performance are
performed correctly.
- Coordinate facility site visits and communicate with outside vendors as pertains to the identification of
engineering support.
Develop preliminary and final energy savings proposals, studies, meetings, and presentations.
Oversee the monitoring and on-going performance assurance of energy savings projects as directed.
Perform schematic design for building mechanical, electrical systems including drawings and layout,
written design narrative, and sizing calculations.
Secondary Functions
- Stay informed on changes within the energy industry and be an active participant in related
professional associations.
Keep good understanding of pertinent building and energy codes.
Keep harmonious relations with building owners, contractors, consultants, vendors, and other
partners.
Keep informed on and follow client processes and standards.
Must be willing to travel when needed. Greater than 50% travel will be required the first 2 years.
Must be able to climb ladders, be on your feet most of the day touring facilities.
Will support Mobilizations as requested and approved by the VP, interviewing Hard Services
Technicians, deploying programs and procedures as needed and represent as a Hard Services SME.
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Essential Attributes
Chilled water system control optimization.
Comprehensive understanding in building thermal imagining and building utilities usage.
HVAC control and optimization.
Understanding of multiple building automation systems & retro-commissioning platforms.
Full understanding of all ENERGY STAR programs related to energy benchmarking, energy efficiency & greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions & carbon footprint calculations per EPA protocols.
Comprehensive understanding of electrical grids, cost, electrical offsets, renewable energy
certificates, rebate programs, and projects to reduce client facility cost while improving facility optimizations.
Specific Job Skills
Proficient with computers and web related technologies.
MS Excel and MS Word skills.
Keep good understanding of pertinent building and energy codes.
Prove effective communication skills.
Show the ability to multi-task and meet project deadlines.
Excellent technical writing skills.
Installing data logging equipment in interpreting results.
Education and/or Experience:
Four-year degree in Energy Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
5yrs experience in related field and/or energy related field is needed.
Experience in the ASHRAE type of energy audits: Levels 1 & 2 and other critical environments are needed.
Certified Energy Manager or equivalent certification is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in the following electrical systems; PF (Power Factor) correction, harmonic distortion, load profile analysis, electric motors & VFDs.
Sustainability or equivalent qualification (for example, Lean/Green Six Sigma) is preferred.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned nor is it considered a contract of employment overriding at-will employment.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Eurest services maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ESFM.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.
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