Energy Engineer - Planning and Facilities Management

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Energy Engineer - Planning and Facilities Management Energy Engineer - Planning and Facilities Management Apply remote type Hybrid locations SWQ Parking Garage Mezzanine time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 5, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id JR21075 Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements Planning & Facilities Management is dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic environment that fosters academic excellence, innovation, and a vibrant campus life. We achieve this by: Planning and managing the physical infrastructure of our historic campus, ensuring its functionality, safety and aesthetics; Partnering with faculty, staff, and students to understand and address their needs, creating spaces that inspire learning, discovery, and collaboration; Implementing sustainable practices to reduce our environmental impact and create a healthier learning environment; And deploying innovative technologies to optimize building operations and enhance the user experience. The Energy Engineer, Planning and Facilities Management/Office of Engineering and Utilities provides engineering guidance and support for campus engineering projects and energy efficiency initiatives to meet Georgetown University’s 2031 EUI Reduction target and Building Energy Performance Standards targets mandated by D.C. law. This position is focused on controls and provides technical and engineering support to establish maintenance and operational requirements for controls, mechanical equipment, and facilities. The incumbent helps to address identified issues and to reduce building energy usage and carbon footprint. They shall provide consulting and project review in energy efficiency, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems. The Energy Engineer will develop and document control strategies for optimizing mechanical systems performance, review specifications, manage projects, and support building recommissioning. Recommending changes in control and maintenance strategies, operating procedures, and equipment schedules based on on-site investigations, duties include but are not limited to: Support innovative building efficiency projects and perform construction controls project reviews for compliance with GU Standards (such as MSI Division 25) and incorporation of best practices for energy efficiency. Utilize retro-commissioning and fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) to identify and implement energy conservation opportunities and correct building deficiencies. Identify and correct deficiencies to optimize building automation system operations and enforce energy efficiency guidelines. Train and inform maintenance staff on energy conservation initiatives. Develop, enhance, and track preventive maintenance to support energy conservation. Assess the performance of completed energy conservation projects to ensure they achieve performance goals. Work Interactions This position works with the Office of Engineering and Utilities, Capital Projects, Facilities Operations, University Information Services, and building end-users to complete tasks. The position shall be directed by the Engineering and Utilities Leadership to complete studies, support controls project reviews, implement new processes and procedures, and investigate controls issues with the support of the engineering team. This position shall work with Facilities Maintenance as a consultative resource to support solving issues and optimizing operations while providing lateral direction to improve energy performance within building systems and utilities, particularly on BACnet and FDD platforms. The position shall work with Capital Projects to review project plans to ensure energy efficiency measures and design standards are included in the design and commissioning. The incumbent will also work with end-users to inform them of potential changes and resolve issues related to energy efficiency. Requirements and Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline or an equivalent combination of training and experience 3+ Years of progressive experience in design, engineering, construction, or facilities management roles Professional passion for sustainability and reducing energy usage The ability to work with a group or team through task completion to attain energy management goals Excellent customer service skills and ability to work effectively with various personality types A strong listener who can tactfully express ideas or opinions to resolve issues and maintain professional working relationships in difficult situations related to budget and scope priorities on campus Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and ability to produce results independently with high attention to detail and accuracy Preferred Requirements and Qualifications Knowledge of energy systems on a University campus Knowledge of energy engineering economic evaluation methods to conduct cost-benefit analyses Familiar with design & construction guidelines, creating standards for improved energy efficiency Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as Hybrid . Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Pay Range: $66,783.00 - $126,720.23 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors. Current Georgetown Employees: If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS ( gms.georgetown.edu ) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown. Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions. Need Assistance: If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. EEO Statement: Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website. #J-18808-Ljbffr