Associate Project Development Engineer

Driven by a high-caliber workforce, Ameresco is a leading clean technology integrator and renewable asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive services include energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions throughout North America and Europe. Our renewable energy assets and customer projects have delivered a cumulative carbon offset equivalent to over 60 million metric tons of carbon dioxide since going public in 2010.

Grounded in our C.A.R.I.N.G. values and guided by our Environmental, Social and Governance practices, we are proud of our engaging workplace with a host of competitive benefits and wellness programs. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver best-in-class solutions with a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. In pursuit of energizing a sustainable world, our people and purpose set Ameresco apart.

Help shape the future of energy by working for an award-winning team, honored to be recognized by agencies including Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation and Forbes for our company culture, industry leadership, and client projects. Ameresco is fueled by a dynamic team that embraces diversity, career development opportunities, and -- most importantly - employees driven by doing well by doing good.

New opportunity based in Framingham, MA for an Associate Project Development Engineer to support design and engineering efforts for energy and water conservation and renewable energy projects in the Northeast Region.

Responsibilities:

Attend and assist with visits to customer sites to investigate existing mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems, and document energy performance information, including utility data and facility infrastructure drawings;

Work collaboratively with the development and sales teams to identify and evaluate opportunities for energy and water conservation, efficiency, or renewable technology;

Prepare energy savings calculations, develop baseline profiles and provide end-use and retrofit analysis;

Assist with preliminary design (30%) of proposed energy improvements and collaborate with local contractors for budgetary pricing;

Interface with other departments, management, and non-technical staff to collaborate technical diligence with a business solution in mind;

Assist with preparing internal financial models, providing ROI, life cycle costing, and internal rate of return specifics;

Assist with developing Measurement and Verification plans;

Assist with efforts to ensure successful project implementation that meets or exceeds company objectives, financial parameters, and technical needs required to deliver customer energy cost savings;

Compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices and/or codes;

Cultivate and maintain positive business relationships; and

Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

BS degree in Engineering; Mechanical or Electrical preferred.

Ability to travel to project sites within the Northeast to support development efforts.

Additional Qualifications:

Prior experience in energy efficiency and/or renewable technology project development and implementation work experience preferred but not required.

Demonstrated ability to analyze, quantify, and qualify energy savings and implement complex technical solutions involving supply side savings opportunities, water conservation, waste management, distributed generation, and renewable energy technology.

Knowledge of HVAC, lighting, water, metering, and energy generation technologies.

Knowledge of solar PV modeling and applications.

Demonstrated skills in priority organization, technical writing, detail-oriented approach, with ability to produce big picture results in a fast-paced business environment.

Demonstrated ability to interact and work with multi-functional teams including: sales, customers, equipment vendors, multi discipline engineers, and utilities.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written and verbal.

Experience with MS Excel

Demonstrated ability to self-start project tasks, work proactively, work to understand project objectives, deliverables, timeframes, and expectations.

AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Women/Minorities/Veteran/Disability.