Constellation Energy

Principal, Development Engineer - Hybrid in Pittsburgh

Warrendale, PA

$143,100-$159,000

About This Job

WHO WE ARE

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.

TOTAL REWARDS

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more.

Expected salary range of $143,100 to $159,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

LOCATION

This is a hybrid position based in Western Pennsylvania. Up to 60% travel is required, concentrated in Pittsburgh, PA and the Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio area. Candidates must reside in the Western Pennsylvania region to best support client site visits and other travel expectations. Additionally, occasional travel to the Warrendale, PA office and other Constellation offices will be required, for in-person meetings and collaboration, as requested by leadership.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Leads the identification and development of viable Commercial & Industrial and/or Federal sector energy services and energy asset projects initiated by the sales force or developed independently. Provides technical and financial analysis of energy conservation measures and energy supply for projects under consideration. Evaluates energy saving opportunities at customer facilities. Participates in the process of securing new customers by building business relationships. Assumes active support roles in the sales and bid process, and installation phase. Acts as liaison between the Sales and Project Management teams

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

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Conducts energy audits and prepares written proposals identifying potential energy conservation upgrades. Performs detailed analyses of costs and savings.

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Employs technical expertise to develop preliminary designs and estimates of cost and energy saving opportunities at customer's facilities. Provides technical and implementation recommendations to the customer.

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Supports sales team in developing and presenting energy savings proposals to customers.

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Provides periodic status reports to management on project status and/or performance.

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Coordinates project turnover with Project Management.

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Implements company project control processes for projects in accordance with established cost, schedule, and quality requirements.

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Demonstrates leadership in the area of safety. This requires observing and encouraging safe work behaviors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in engineering and/or business-related discipline and 8 years of relevant work experience in the evaluation and implementation of energy conservation projects with technical solutions at customer site locations.

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Demonstrated ability to develop complex energy conservation saving projects.

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Detailed knowledge of heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC), electrical systems, and process related systems in commercial, industrial, governmental, hospital, and laboratory buildings.

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Knowledgeable of the steps required for project commissioning.

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Experience in the development of customer proposals, vendor agreements, and subcontractor contracts.

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Knowledge of and experience in energy conservation programs with the Federal Government through Super ESPC and/or Area-wide contract vehicles and with FEMP/IPMVP Measurement and Verification guidelines and protocols.

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Experience in customer presentations, including excellent writing skills.

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Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

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Ability to work collaboratively with an entire project team to develop and present proposals, obtain customer buy-in, and help to transition smoothly to implementation.

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Proficiency on the use of computer-based applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and project database applications.

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Ability to work in a diverse environment (internal/external).

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Effective leadership skills.

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Must possess valid driver's license.

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May be subject to government security investigation

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Must meet eligibility requirements for access to government facilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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Professional Engineering (PE) registration, Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and/or LEED Accreditation preferred.

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Ability to perform load calculations and energy analyses using industry modeling software programs including Carrier Hourly Analysis Program, eQuest, and/or Trane Trace.

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Experience in developing energy conservation projects involving renewable energy technologies, large prime movers such as combustion turbines, biomass and landfill gas facilities.