Renewables Energy Engineer

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding a Renewables Energy Engineer to our growing Energy division in Denver, CO. As a Renewables Energy Engineer you will lead and support the development of Solar PV & Energy Storage solutions in the public sector, Commercial & Industrial market. The role identifies and develops viable projects in both new and existing facilities through utility bill and incentive analysis, layout design, energy modeling, and permitting coordination. Other responsibilities include:

Analysis:

• Perform energy production and storage calculations using modeling software such as Helioscope, PVsyst, and Energy Toolbase.
• Analyze client's existing utility bills and utility net metering policy to perform annual bill savings calculations for proposed solar and battery systems.
• Assess interconnection viability
• Perform project payback and cash flow analysis.
• Provide peer review of other Energy Engineer and Project Engineer portfolios.
• Coordinate with other energy & design teams on solar and energy storage feasibility, basis of design and scope of work development.

Project Management:

• Create and manage project development schedules for each assigned project.
• Manage quotes, scheduling, and subcontracts for professional services subcontractors (e.g. geotechnical, survey, electrical design, structural design, civil design).
• Develop and manage project price estimates.
• Coordinate with McKinstry Construction team on scopes of work, pricing and subcontractor RFPs (Requests for Proposals).
• Coordinate with McKinstry Measurement and Verification (M&V) team on performance validation process for projects with guaranteed energy savings.
• Support McKinstry Construction and Commissioning teams throughout the construction and final acceptance phases to solve any field issues that may arise.

Communication:

• Demonstrate proficiency at writing, reviewing, and editing technical documentation in a clear and concise manner. Role is responsible for writing subcontractor scopes of work and leading the technical, pricing, and clarification sections of client proposals and feasibility studies.
• Partake in weekly client meetings and effectively communicate progress and design choices to key stakeholders.
• Present project analysis in-person with other team members.
• Maintain relationships with local utility representatives to understand and assist with utility rebates and incentives.
• Act as steward of McKinstry culture; communicate and influence policies and procedures

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• (2-6+) years in solar and/or energy storage. Commercial & Industrial sector experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or related field. Master's degree in Renewable Energy and/or Energy specialization a plus, but not required.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook and Visio; experience with SharePoint, or similar cloud-based platform preferred.
• Experience with energy analysis software such as Helioscope, PVSyst, Energy Toolbase, PVWatts, NREL System Advisor Mode.
• Experience with shade and dust/snow soiling calculations preferred.
• Experience with battery storage modeling preferred.
• Working knowledge of estimating preliminary budgets for Solar and Energy Storage projects.
• Maintain good understanding of pertinent building and energy codes including National Electric Code, International Fire Code, International Building Code.\
• Understanding of Energy Services Performance Contracting (ESPC).\
• Understanding of Power Purchase Agreements required.
• Understanding of utility net metering and common utility incentive programs and interconnection processes.
• NABCEP, LEED AP, EIT, or Certified Energy Manager (CEM) is a plus.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $69,300 - $103,930 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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