Conservation & Energy Management Engineer

Branch: Gas Affiliation: Management & Exempt

Employment Status: Full-Time Regular

Expected Hiring Range: $95,200.00 to $111,900.00 Annually

Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes

Workplace Flexibility: Yes

Posting End Date: Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

We’re hiring a Conservation and Energy Management (C&EM) Engineer who’s ready to turn innovative ideas into real energy and cost savings for our customers. If you’re passionate about sustainability and thrive on solving complex challenges, this is your opportunity to make meaningful impact. This position provides engineering oversight and technical support to the C&EM programs and to ensure compliance with internal and external policies.

The C&EM Engineer is responsible for identifying new and innovative energy saving technologies; evaluating and reviewing energy savings measures and projects in C&EM programs; developing tools and plans to support C&EM programs; and working on codes and standards for energy saving measures.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, a collaborative environment, and forward-thinking colleagues, come build your career with us.

In this role, you will:

- Prepares and/or reviews energy saving calculations to confirm Demand Side Management (DSM) incentives in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors for soundness and company protocols, and create and maintain relevant supporting data/documentation control.

- Develops integrated Demand Side Management (DSM) plans for budgeting, BCUC filings, long-term resource plans, and other required purposes and the delivery of those plans. Coordinates engineering activities to determine and justify plans and timing of plans to internal and external stakeholders. Researches and evaluates technical and economic DSM measures and initiatives.

- Performs independent audits of customers’ premises, and proposed projects, to ensure compliance with DSM operations; implements sub metering where necessary; and prepares engineering recommendations. Gathers and performs in-depth analysis of metering data. Evaluates data/observations and prepares technical report of findings. Liaise with consultants conducting customer facility audits and reports.

- Provides technical support and training to EITs and co-ops. Provides technical resources to the C&EM department by creating and updating energy efficiency material and utility energy service programs for all audiences. Provides other technical direction related to DSM findings and issues for FortisBC.

- Identifies and evaluates new and innovative energy saving technologies for inclusion in DSM programs. Conducts and leads detailed analysis and investigative work that may involve and impact multiple teams and identify solutions based on that analysis. Works on energy-efficiency codes and standards with standards-making bodies including CSA. Represents FortisBC in public forums about utility energy services programs.

What it takes:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred), plus a minimum of four (4) years relevant experience in an energy related field, preferably in Demand Side Management.

- Eligible or already attained to meet the Engineers and Geoscientists of BC requirements for Professional Engineer status.

- Direct utility experience is an asset.

- Knowledge of energy efficient technologies and energy systems.

- Possess a solid understanding of engineering principles and practices.

- Strong project management skills to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

- Comprehensive knowledge of quality control standards.

- Knowledge of safe work practices, policies, and procedures.

- Strong troubleshooting capabilities.

- Technical leadership and strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

- Effective communication through presentations and public information sessions.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with particular strength in Excel.

In this role, you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program, enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week), subject to business or operational needs.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.

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