Electrical Engineering Consultant - Vermont Energy Investment Corporation

Overview

VEIC is a sustainable energy company on a mission to generate the energy solutions the world needs. For over 30 years VEIC has been working with governments, utilities, foundations, and businesses across North America to develop and deploy clean energy services that provide immediate and lasting change. With expertise in energy efficiency, building decarbonization, transportation electrification, and new approaches for a clean and flexible grid, VEIC brings innovative solutions to the market. VEIC is nationally recognized for developing pilots and programs that optimize energy use, reduce energy burdens for low-income customers, and advance new technologies. In addition to our full-service consulting business (Energy Services), VEIC administers three large-scale sustainable energy programs: Efficiency Vermont, Efficiency Smart, and the DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU). 

VEIC is seeking a Electrical Engineering Consultant with a focus on mechanical and electrical best practices, this role will identify, advocate for, and advise on energy efficiency, decarbonization, and clean energy projects for industrial, commercial, agricultural, government, and residential customers. This role will consult on VEIC’s transportation electrification, load management, energy storage, and microgrid work. Additionally, it will quantify greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and impacts and develop innovative approaches for measuring and reducing GHG impacts. This role will participate in the delivery of cost-effective market-based services across multiple sectors while contributing to a mission-driven, creative, enjoyable, and stimulating work environment.  

We are committed to building an inclusive work community that represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective, and thought. Climate change impacts all of us; however, we are impacted differently based on our identities and experiences. We all deserve a place at the table to make decisions about our collective future – we hope you’ll consider joining us as we work towards our vision for a healthy planet, thriving people, and energy justice.

Qualified candidates located in the states where VEIC conducts business will also be considered: VT, MA, NY, CT, RI or ME. This position will require regular (20%) travel to Vermont and other New England and northeastern states.  Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, veteran status, communication style, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Experience in or ability to consult on the following:  
  • Survey existing loads on a building’s electrical power distribution system and identify capacity limits for conduits, conductors, overload protection, panel breaker slots, panels, and utility service connections.
  • Size building electrical power distribution systems and components for higher electrical loads.
  • Diagnose power quality issues and work with customers to seek effective solutions.
  • Understand various forms of electrical services, such as delta and wye service feeds at low to medium voltages, and how equipment loads behave electrically in real-world settings.
  • Review, interpret, and communicate electrical engineering drawings and one-line drawings to inform project planning recommendations and impact evaluation of proposed energy efficiency measures.
  • Work with electrical equipment manufacturer representatives and vendors for the recommendation of application-specific and load-appropriate electrical power distribution, control, and motor equipment.
  • Explain operating characteristics and motor controller requirements for a range of electric motors, including induction motors, permanent magnet motors, switched and synchronous reluctance motors, and brushless DC motors.
  • Specify or recommend motor controllers, especially variable speed drives (VSD), for HVAC and industrial process applications.
  • Assess existing electrical power distribution systems for the installation of new electric vehicle charging stations.
  • Interpret and consult on the requirements of the NEC.
  • Evaluate PID controllers and communication protocols, as it relates to the integration and optimization of energy-saving equipment.
  • In-field electric energy measurement and monitoring techniques and equipment.
• Proficiency with mobile PC applications and tablet computers, building energy modeling tools, spreadsheets, word processing, and database software.  
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.  
• Strong interpersonal skills and competent written and oral communications skills and the ability to apply them within a team environment.  
• Demonstrated ability to be organized, detail-oriented, accurate, and able to track progress to ensure timely involvement in multiple projects and associated tasks and competing priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.  
• Capacity to learn and adapt to new situations, processes, and innovation; ability to adapt style to meet the needs of individuals and/or the organization.  
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong personal commitment to the mission, vision, goals and values of VEIC.
• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills were acquired.  
• A minimum of two years’ experience analyzing multifamily, commercial, transportation, or industrial energy use, identifying opportunities for energy improvements, and assisting customers, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills were acquired. 
• Proficient understanding of buildings, facilities, and/or manufacturing systems, building energy use, building construction, and energy analysis techniques.
• Basic knowledge of negotiation skills, financial analysis, and business strategies.
• Demonstrated success in project management, construction management, and building long-term customer relationships.
• Proficiency with mobile PC applications and tablet computer use, building energy modeling tools, spreadsheet, word processing, and database software.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills and competent written and oral communications skills and ability to apply them within a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized, detail-oriented, accurate, and able to track progress to ensure timely involvement in multiple projects and associated tasks and competing priorities in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Capacity to learn and adapt to new situations, processes, and innovation; ability to adapt style to meet the needs of individuals and/or the organization.
• Must be able to work independently and use sound decision making practices while maintaining high level organizational goals.