Willdan · 2 months ago
Senior Energy Engineer
Anaheim Katella, CA, Anaheim, CA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expWilldan is a national leader in energy, engineering, and software consulting services. The Senior Energy Engineer will be responsible for managing energy efficiency projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring best practices are followed in project execution.
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Responsibilities
Utilize knowledge of California energy efficiency policy, engineering principles, and commercial project experience to identify energy efficiency and electrification opportunities and manage associated projects through the deemed, custom, and NMEC delivery platforms
Independently own and manage projects, strategic initiatives, and feasibility assessments, including all technical aspects of planning, scoping, scheduling, deciding technical approach, delegating tasks, ensuring technical quality, overseeing implementation, and tracking results
Support client, vendor, and trade ally relationships and manage client requests with professionalism and attention. Coordinate, lead, and participate in client and other stakeholder meetings; coordinate team member involvement as required
Perform site visits, energy and equipment audits, M&V evaluations, and trainings to support the development of projects and verify installation performance and compliance
Prepare savings calculations using spreadsheets and energy modeling programs (eQUEST, EnergyPlus, etc.)
Train and mentor junior engineering staff
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in energy efficiency and/or facilities energy management, with significant experience in California utility energy efficiency programs
Thorough understanding of California/CPUC energy efficiency policy and associated project and program requirements
Thorough understanding of energy conservation and electrification principles and calculation techniques
Experience with commercial building systems, including HVAC, domestic hot water, building automation and control systems, and/or process loads such as commercial refrigeration and data center infrastructure
Ability to develop and perform project-appropriate M&V activities
Ability to lead, delegate, coordinate, and track project team tasks, including senior-level subject matter experts and junior engineers
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical staff and clients
Works well in a collaborative work environment; comfortable engaging with diverse stakeholders
Strong proficiency with MS Office programs, with specific emphasis in MS Excel
B.S. in energy, sustainability, or engineering related discipline
Preferred
Familiarity with energy efficiency claims, program key performance indicators, and the CEDARS Cost Effectiveness Tool (CET)
Familiarity with California eTRM and deemed measure package requirements
Proficiency with energy modeling software, such as EnergyPlus and eQUEST, and self-developed spreadsheet-based tools
Familiarity with electrification and decarbonization technologies and approaches
Experience leading ASHRAE Level 1 & 2 energy audits
Retro-commissioning experience
Familiarity with conducting Site and/or Population-Level normalized meter energy consumption (NMEC) analysis
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K + employer match
Employee Stock Option Program
Employee Discount Program
Generous Employee Referral Program
Opportunities for Career Growth and Development
Company
Willdan
Willdan is a company selling professional technical and consulting services to public agencies at all levels.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$241.6MKey Investors
California Energy Commission
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2017-12-15Grant· $6.3M
2017-01-24Post Ipo Debt· $35M
Leadership Team
Marc Tipermas
President of National Programs
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