ENERGY ENGINEER 1025

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for planning, organizing and reviewing all mechanical and electrical engineering activities related to energy conservation for Suffolk County buildings and sewerage facilities. The incumbent determines and establishes administrative and technical policies for the development, analysis and evaluation of energy conservation projects with respect to their feasibility, cost, economic justification, public necessity and convenience. Work is reviewed by the Chief Engineer (Facilities) through discussions and inspections of submitted designs or plans. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Explores the practicality of emerging technology to mitigate operating budget increases;

Recommends energy efficient improvements in all major building renovations and prepares energy efficient designs as required;

Implements random energy projects;

Performs energy audits of County facilities;

Oversees programs to reduce electrical and thermal energy’s use at County facilities;

Provides for continued monitoring of energy performance of County facilities;

Recommends pilot energy benchmarking programs at selected County facilities;

Assists Suffolk County in developing energy conservation measures and recommendations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and practices of energy conservation; thorough knowledge of complex plumbing, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems; thorough knowledge of modern engineering conservation methods and materials pertaining to maintenance and repairs of mechanical systems; thorough knowledge of the applicable laws and regulatory codes relevant to design, construction and operation of mechanical systems; good knowledge of modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding building mechanical design and construction; ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and review the work of other engineers and technical assistants in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to plan, design and prepare complete engineering plans and specifications; ability to prepare comprehensive design programs and technical reports; physical condition commensurate with demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, and seven (7) years experience in the design and/or installation of electrical, plant or mechanical systems, four (4) years of which must have been as a Licensed Professional Engineer performing energy engineering work.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

At the time of appointment and throughout employment in this title, the candidate must possess a Professional Engineer's License issued by the State of New York.

05/26/04

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive