Increasing energy costs, climate change, security of energy supply, and national competitiveness are driving major changes in how energy is generated, distributed and consumed in Ireland. These developments are creating extensive growth opportunities in the area of energy management. With this in mind, PowerTherm are always interested in receiving speculative applications from Mechanical or Building Services engineers who are interested in offering consultancy services in the area of energy management.

Role:
Excellent career opportunity for an ambitious engineer to be part of a growing organisation in the energy sector. The position would suit an individual who is motivated, self-starting, flexible and enjoys a challenge.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the CEO, this newly created role will have responsibility for:

Undertaking energy surveys of clients’ energy usage and the preparation of detailed reports of how energy savings can be achieved

Assistance in the implementation of energy saving measures

Managing relationships with key clients

Activities
Energy surveys

On a day to day level the engineer will undertake energy surveys involving a range of activities:

Undertake a desk-based analyses of clients’ energy use

Tour site to identify main energy users and factors driving energy use

Assess building services plant – HVAC, chillers, boilers, air compressors – and associated controls (BEMS)

Use instrumentation – ammeter, power recorder, flue gas analyser, air flow meter, etc. - to quantify energy use and efficiency

Prepare a spreadsheet model of energy uses

Identify energy saving opportunities, quantify the likely savings and associated cost-benefit

Implementation assistance, monitoring progress, key account management

Deliver presentations on energy use and energy survey findings

Preparation of regular reports on energy use in buildings being monitored

Assist clients in keeping track of the implementation of energy saving measures

Direct implementation of some energy efficiency measures

Brief contractors on the implementation of measures and validate work

Background
The ideal candidate will have an engineering education including a good theoretical foundation, have 3+ years of practical experience, and be familiar with building services plant and controls. A high standard of written and verbal communication skills is essential. In order to travel to clients’ sites, the candidate must have their own means of transport. Experience in undertaking energy surveys would be an advantage, but is not essential, as on the job training will be provided.

Remuneration
Remuneration package will be attractive including a performance related bonus, depending on the candidate’s experiences and skill set.

PowerTherm Solutions Ltd.
4 Fitzwilliam Terrace, Bray, Co. Wicklow
Or e-mail oogorman@powertherm.ie