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Walker Miller Energy

Energy Engineer II

Detroit, MI; Detroit United States
Mid-level · Operations
POSTED 12 OCT
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30 days opentrue age
Posted 12 Oct
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Company Overview

Founded in 2000, Walker-Miller Energy Services is a core-values driven company committed to changing lives through energy efficiency. We create and manage customized energy waste reduction programs that help electric and gas utilities meet mandated energy savings goals.

Our experience driven philosophy of energy efficiency as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses.

Our operating philosophy is reflected in our core values. We refer to them as BEHIVE.

B - Boldly Go

E – Embrace Equity

H - Humble Confidence

I - Inclusive Stewardship

V - Value Reputation

E - Extraordinary Experience

Position Summary

The Energy Engineer II independently evaluates and executes the review of energy efficiency projects, audits, analyses, and savings calculations. This role provides technical ownership, QA/QC, stakeholder support, process improvement, and guidance to junior engineers.

Essential Responsibilities: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

  • Embrace and operate within the core values.
  • Develop, review, and validate energy savings calculations using approved engineering methodologies, Technical Reference Manuals (TRMs), utility program requirements, and applicable industry standards.
  • Review project applications, engineering analyses, calculations, and supporting documentation for completeness, technical accuracy, and consistency with program requirements.
  • Prepare clear technical documentation, including calculation summaries, engineering findings, recommendations, review comments, and project correspondence.
  • Independently manage assigned projects and technical reviews to meet established schedules, milestones, quality standards, and delivery commitments.
  • Organize and prioritize multiple assignments based on program needs, project complexity, customer commitments, and technical risk.
  • Conduct energy audits, site assessments, and technical evaluations by analyzing facility systems, equipment, operating conditions, and utility data to identify energy-saving opportunities.
  • Perform technical quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of projects, savings calculations, assumptions, and engineering analyses; document findings and resolve discrepancies.
  • Work with business and building owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, utility clients, and internal teams to provide technical guidance and support participation in energy efficiency programs.
  • Apply knowledge of lighting, HVAC, controls, domestic hot water, compressed air, refrigeration, building envelope, and integrated design to evaluate energy use and prioritize recommendations based on savings, demand reduction, first cost, and customer value.
  • Perform energy modeling, financial analysis, and cost-effectiveness analysis to assess project feasibility and support technically sound recommendations.
  • Maintain accurate project data and technical records in program databases and use engineering software to create, analyze, and interpret energy data.
  • Research emerging technologies, industry trends, codes, standards, and alternative energy solutions through technical review and engagement with manufacturers and industry resources.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering tools, calculators, templates, measure builds, technical standards, and review processes.
  • Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, calculation review, knowledge sharing, and support on engineering best practices.
  • Apply sound engineering judgment to resolve routine and moderately complex technical issues and coordinate across engineering, operations, outreach, program coordination, and QA/QC teams.
  • Ensure compliance with company quality and safety standards, utility program guidelines, contractual requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements.
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