Energy Engineer

Energy Engineer

Chicago IL

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Inviting Bright Minds

Ramboll is seeking motivated and inquisitive candidates to join the Energy Market in our Chicago IL office.

Develop your excellence in our collaborative inclusive diverse and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll youll be joining a company that strives to make a difference for our employees clients and society. As you begin working on projects you will be given increasing responsibility while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role we believe your starting point is:

Requires a Bachelors degree in any applicable field such as Mechanical Engineering or Sustainability and 3 years of related experience or alternatively a Masters degree in same and 1 year of experience.

Experience must include:

Conducting ASHRAE energy audits (Level 1-2); designing spreadsheet-based calculators for EEMs and performing EEM analysis; performing energy benchmarking and analysis using EnergyStar Portfolio Manager and EIA CBECS and RBECS datasets; evaluating sustainability drivers using the GHG Protocol; and working with higher education institutions on energy and sustainability planning through the AASHE STARS certification program

Qualifications :

Tasks and Responsibilities

Conduct investigative energy assessments and audits to identify energy and cost savings measures.

Perform utility billing and interval data analysis and energy benchmarking.

Develop custom spreadsheet calculators and analysis tools for energy efficiency measures (EEMs) and conduct spreadsheet analysis to estimate energy and cost savings of proposed EEMs.

Develop construction cost estimates for EEMs and determine economic results (e.g. life cycle cost analysis).

Utilize eQuest and EnergyPlus building energy simulation modeling software to assess the potential savings of EEMs in existing facilities and optimize energy performance of new construction and renovation projects.

Perform Measurement & Verification (M&V) activities including data analysis.

Support company design engineers and construction managers in implementing energy efficiency projects.

Participate in the development of Clean Energy Master Plans and Decarbonization plans.

Support building commissioning activities to ensure that all energy efficient systems are installed and operating correctly.

Summarize engineering analyses and results in written reports planning documents and presentations.

Additional Information :

Welcome to our Energy division

To meet the fast-paced developments the energy sector is witnessing and overcome the challenges posed by the green transition Ramboll offers a strategic approach to energy that considers both the energy demand and supply. Our experience and holistic perspective on energy planning enable us to find innovative solutions that provide long-term benefits to our clients the environment and society.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do.  Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where when and how much you work. At Ramboll we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age disability or medical condition gender identity marriage and domestic partnership pregnancy and maternity race ancestry or national origin religion or belief sex and sexual orientation military service and veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at  with such requests.

Ramboll in Americas

Founded in Denmark Ramboll is a people company that has over 2000 experts working across more than 60 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings Transport Energy Environment & Health Water Management Consulting and Architecture and Landscape. As a company we are committed to reducing our environmental impact contributing to a cohesive society with equal rights and opportunities for all and fostering a culture of excellence enjoyment and equal opportunities for all our employees. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open collaborative and empowering culture.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Responsible business conduct and sustainable practices have been part of Rambolls DNA since the companys inception. Today these principles are an integral part of Our Mission and services and are formalized through our systematic work with the UN sustainable development goals. We are dedicated to taking a leading role in sharing best practices and creating value for clients by delivering solutions that are environmentally economically and socially sustainable. We have also committed to ambitious targets to maximize our own sustainability performance and set the industry benchmark.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time