JOB DESCRIPTION
BAE Systems Aerospace and Missions Systems (AMS) is seeking an energy engineer
to join our energy management team supporting the eastern region properties;
this technical position will report to the Energy and Utility Manager. The
energy management team is part of the AMS Facilities organization and is focused
on driving progress towards building the energy management program at several of
the AMS sites, supporting continuous improvement in meeting the business’s
resource use reductions goals, lowering utility costs, enhancing environmental
performance and embracing new technologies in the operation of the AMS sectors
national portfolio of buildings. The energy management team is committed to
enhancing the bottom line by effectively managing energy, water and waste
through design and operation of our facilities.
This is a remote position with the expectation that the selected candidate will
travel to each of the sites being supported regularly (potentially multiple
times per year). The eastern region consists of 13 properties encompassing 1.8M
square feet of space; with the focus of this role being on the 5 major sites
within this region (Wayne, NJ; Endicott, NY; Greenlawn, NY; Manassas, VA and
Huntsville, AL.) It is expected that the selected candidate will reside within
this eastern region, with the preference being for a candidate located in the
New York / New Jersey metro area. The Eastern Region Energy Engineer will be an
active member of the team at each site, driving engagement in the energy
management program, supporting the development of the energy management program
at each site and leading the sites progress towards the business’ resource
reduction goals. The primary function of this position is to act as an energy
management resource for each facility.
The Role:
Lead engagement with site teams at the assigned sites through regular
meetings; supporting the sites in identifying reduction opportunities,
developing a strategy to meet resource reduction goals, establishing project
measurement and verification methodology, and reviewing design documents for
upcoming projects.
Travel regularly to each site to support the site team in identifying new
reduction opportunities, in conducting internal audits and in supporting
external audits, in commissioning new projects and in gaining a thorough
understanding of the sites operation as it relates to energy consumption.
Site visits will likely be weekly to gain familiarity with the facilities and
their operations.
Develop and scope out capital improvement measures as well as building
optimization, operations and maintenance measures.
Remotely support site team in the development of new reduction projects by
conducting feasibility studies and total cost of ownership assessments,
estimating energy savings, calculating return on investment estimates,
developing project scopes of work, and proactively pursuing funding for new
projects to ensure timely implementation.
Identify and capture rebates and incentives associated with reduction
projects.
Make use of building management systems to optimize the buildings operations
and to expand the departments insight into energy use at each site.
Support quarterly environmental reporting through collection on utility
consumption data.
Collaborate with the energy management team in piloting new technology and
building out a more comprehensive energy management program throughout the
business.
Work remotely in support of multiple facilities.
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent
experience
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Facilities Management,
Environmental Technology or 3-5 years of experience in the areas of
commercial energy management, energy efficiency, energy auditing, and
building infrastructure and systems or equivalent experience
Strong interpersonal skills involving interfacing with both internal and
external parties
Reporting and documentation and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook. Word,
Excel, Power Point
Strong communication skills
Team oriented
Proven problem solver, proactive in driving your sites path to net zero
Strong organizational skill
Strong experience in building automation and management systems and MEP
systems
Experience in developing energy reduction projects
Experience with energy savings calculations
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EDUCATION
Certifications to include Certified Energy Manager, Certified Energy Auditor,
Certified Green Building Engineer, LEED etc.
Building Optimization
Smart Building Technologies
Building automation systems
Building management systems
New and existing building commissioning
Retro-commissioning
ABOUT BAE SYSTEMS, INC.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in
Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve,
supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically
diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and
services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced
electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity,
creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives
us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and
make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE
Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission
that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will
remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is
identified.