Driven by a high-caliber workforce, Ameresco is a leading clean technology integrator and renewable asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive services include energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions throughout North America and Europe. Our renewable energy assets and customer projects have delivered a cumulative carbon offset equivalent to over 60 million metric tons of carbon dioxide since going public in 2010.
Grounded in our C.A.R.I.N.G. values and guided by our Environmental, Social and Governance practices, we are proud of our engaging workplace with a host of competitive benefits and wellness programs. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver best-in-class solutions with a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. In pursuit of energizing a sustainable world, our people and purpose set Ameresco apart.
Help shape the future of energy by working for an award-winning team, honored to be recognized by agencies including Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation and Forbes for our company culture, industry leadership, and client projects. Ameresco is fueled by a dynamic team that embraces diversity, career development opportunities, and — most importantly – employees driven by doing well by doing good.
Specific Duties
Bid Development
Graduate Engineers will initially join either the Development or Design & Consultancy teams, supported by your development plan and coaching from other staff, specific duties may include:
Identify Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) at potential customer sites
Carry out energy audits and surveys
Prepare capital cost and energy savings models for each ECM
Prepare the technical write up for inclusion in bid submission
Present technical solutions at bid meetings
Feasibility Studies (High Level Appraisals)
Assessment of existing system configuration and operation at client sites
Compilation and analysis of data
Conceptual design of energy related projects
Preparation of final report and presentation
Scheme Design (Front End Design/Investment Grade Audits)
Further definition of conceptual design from feasibility stage including on-site assessments as necessary
Finalise scheme selection
Develop heat and mass balance for the selected scheme
Prepare full equipment list with performance/sizing/selection for key energy equipment, all major pipework lines, pumps (including pressure capabilities), heat exchangers including definition of control philosophy
Prepare P & ID, layout and scheme drawings
Produce an outline work package for contractor to provide pricing and assess accordingly
Develop savings calculations and pricing to +/- 10% for project capital approval
Compliance/ Consultancy
ESOS audits
Supporting clients with carbon compliance schemes e.g. EU-ETS, CCA, CCL, CHP-QA, MPCD
Detailed Design and Commissioning
Assist in finalisation of project design, P & ID, equipment selection and layout
Provide technical support to the project implementation team throughout the implementation period
HAZOP and technical review meetings as required
Attend site to support commissioning and performance trials
General Duties As Follows
To update the company’s work monitoring systems with accurate details
Assist in improving operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
Sales and business development
General office duties
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Engineering degree preferably in chemical, mechanical or electrical
Working knowledge of one or more energy-saving technologies such as gas engine/gas turbine CHP, steam and hot water systems, chillers, solar PV, wind turbines, heat pumps, battery storage, BEMS, LED Lighting, and Variable Speed Drives
Strong communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong team-working skills
Eligible to work in the UK
Desirable Qualifications/Experience
Masters or other further study related to energy solutions and compliance e.g. Bioenergy, Energy Economics and Policy, Energy Storage, Renewable Energy, Low Carbon Technologies
Previous work experience of energy related or field engineer work
Experience with safety standards, mechanical and electrical systems development, engineering, and project regulations, practices, and codes
