Field Engineer

Job Description

Bright Power is seeking a highly organized, dedicated, and enthusiastic Field Engineer to join our New Construction team. Field Engineers work with Bright Power Project Managers, real estate developers, contractors, architects, and mechanical engineers to consult on decarbonization, building performance, and sustainability through the design and construction phases of new construction and rehabilitation projects predominantly in the New York City metro area, that are pursuing various types of certification and incentive programs, including Energy Star, Enterprise Green Communities, LEED, and Passive House standards.

Join Us

• Bright Power works with forward-thinking owners and developers to identify, design, and implement custom energy and water solutions on a wide variety of systems. Our team is comprised of a diverse, talented, and hard-working group of individuals committed to making a positive impact on the environment.
• Bright Power has been transformative in clean energy and sustainable housing for over 20 years. Our Clients include affordable housing owners and developers, real estate investors and privately held firms, and some of the nation's largest property managers.
• We are passionate about reducing energy and water usage through the implementation of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies. Our goal is to improve the health, comfort, and value of our buildings while cultivating the well-being of the planet. We are serious about delivering high-quality results, while having fun in the process. Every day we seek to have a positive impact on the world, one building at a time.

Primary tasks

• Field Work
• Performing field verification and testing for LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, ENERGY STAR, and Passive House projects
• Performing testing including envelope air tightness (blower door) and duct leakage testing
• Perform construction inspections and testing to ensure quality installation of building envelope and mechanical systems
• Track progress of multiple projects simultaneously and work with external construction teams to keep projects on track to meet performance/program goals
• Photo documentation organization and submission to 3rd party reviewers and certification bodies
• Site report generation and technical writing
• Project Management and administrative tasks including:
• Organizing and maintaining project folders and resources
• Calculating testing thresholds for site visits based on testing standards
• Reviewing construction submittals across a multitude of projects pursuing sustainability programs
• Advise on decarbonization and sustainability as it relates to all aspects of a project (envelope, systems, configuration, materials, constructability, site related improvements, active design etc.).
• Recommend energy efficiency and resiliency strategies supported by engineering calculations, building science, and simulations
• Complete documentation associated with program compliance and liaise with partner program administrators

Qualifications

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Education: Degree related to the fields of Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or other relevant academic programs.
• OSHA 10 or 30 preferred.
• Phius Certified Verifier or HERS Rater preferred.
• Multifamily residential project experience (preferred); single-family residential experience will be considered as well
• Knowledge of Passive House Institute US (PHIUS), Passive House Institute (PHI), ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction (MFNC), Enterprise Green Communities (EGC), LEED New Construction, and other rating/certification programs.
• Experience performing construction inspections, testing, or construction management
• Experience with or understanding of building energy modeling and analyzing results
• Work experience in engineering or architecture, particularly with an emphasis on building performance and sustainability
• Ability to read, interpret, and adjust architectural/mechanical plans and construction documents
• Understand and interpret engineering calculations for mechanical design including heating and cooling loads and ventilation. An understanding of building science and building envelope design
• Experience with or understanding of performance testing of large buildings with complex systems and envelopes
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to critically problem solve and troubleshoot independently
• Ability to analyze and disseminate data clearly
• Strong adaptable communication
• Strong writing abilities
• Proactivity and passion for leading a project team to implement high-performance best practices into building design and construction

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Office Work Environment

Bright Power provides a modern and flexible hybrid office environment with the expectation that employees be in the office a minimum of 2 times per week. At the office, we provide free healthy snacks and beverages as well as weekly engagements such as lunch learning opportunities and fun gatherings. Once a month, we have a mandatory company meeting, where lunch is also provided. The office has plenty of bookable meeting spaces and flexible desk spaces. The building is secure with swipe access at main entry and office floor entry; office/building hours are typically 7am-10pm.

We are proud to provide the following "people inspired" offerings:

• Free Lunch and Learns (Thursdays)
• Free Snacks every day
• Office promotes recycling, composting, and plastic-free environment
• BEERs (Building Energy Efficiency Roundtables)- yes, we have BEER for learning and inspired events
• Sports Teams
• Flexible/hybrid work environment
• Full benefits coverage (medical, dental, vision, life)
• Holidays and Paid Time Off, including for volunteering
• AMPS (Alliance for Multicultural People in Sustainability)- including various committees and clubs that promote socializing, educating, including, and diversifying thought leadership and representation in the industry

Jobsite Work Environment

Job sites have inherent hazards, based on the activities performed at the site. Protective equipment (such as: work-boots, safety glasses, hardhats, hearing protection, etc.,) may be required to be worn at times while on a job site, due to construction and safety hazards that may be present. The noise level may warrant hearing protection. Visits to Job Sites may result in exposures to various hazards (such as: to extreme heat (100+F in boiler rooms), carbon monoxide, asbestos, lead paint, moldy dusty attics/crawlspaces, fiberglass insulation, hot pipes and/or hot metal, or high noise levels, etc.). Employees must be capable of using protective equipment and following specific safety procedures, as needed.

Physical Demands

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision and hearing abilities may be required by this job, which include close vision and ability to adjust focus based on the task and surrounding activity. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The ability for the use of tools (such as: powered hand tools and other types of tools, including but not limited to combustion appliances, machinery and motors that have moving parts, belts, pulleys, elevators, motors, pumps and/or fans) may be required. Equipment for working at height (such as: ladders, mechanical lifts, etc.,) may be required to be used. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Bright Power provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bright Power complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Bright Power expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Bright Power's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.