Energy Specialist
Purpose and scope:
The energy specialist shall serve as the base energy manager (BEM) and primary point of contact for energy program-related inquiries. This position will facilitate communication between relevant stakeholders, providing comprehensive energy program support services as required by the contract. The position supports the Air Force Contract Augmentation Program (AFCAP) and is located at Al Udeid Air Base (AUAB), Doha, Qatar.
Essential responsibilities:
Establish an energy awareness program to reduce personal and technological energy consumption through conservation and waste minimization. Provide activities dedicated to achieving current federally mandated energy and water resilience objectives without degrading operational readiness or mission accomplishment.
Promote the use of renewable energy, new technology, and engineering methods to reduce utility input requirements and maximize the use of high-efficiency products. Recommend utilities management processes to produce, treat, distribute, collect, and transmit energy.
Provide energy use and allocation data to support the energy management program in NexGen IT as required. Recommend changes in patterns of consumption to minimize utility costs and usage.
Develop, coordinate, and implement utility management measures related to building heating and cooling, electrical usage, and water conservation by working directly with the heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), environmental management control system (EMCS), facilities, utilities, and operations engineering sections to plan, organize, direct, and implement utility resilience and management programs to reduce energy consumption and determine the most efficient and sustainable systems for use and installation.
Review and comment on project designs to confirm that energy conservation measures are included and to ensure maximum resource efficiency and sustainability.
Provide energy use and allocation data to support the energy management program in NexGen IT each month with zero discrepancies. Track and verify energy reduction with data from monthly utility bills, meter reading, and data gathered in NexGen IT. Benchmark energy consumption against best practice guidelines.
Other duties as assigned related to the area of responsibility.
Minimum position knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field with at least four years’ experience in energy management and must be a current Certified Energy Manager (CEM), certified by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
Knowledge of principles of planning, energy programs, and other administrative duties.
NexGen IT experience preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent training/experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen to fill this position.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret U.S. government clearance. Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain secret clearance.
Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license or international driver’s license and passport.
Ability to read and write English is required.
Solid communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Strong ability to work as a member of a diverse, dynamic team.
Outstanding problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
Prior overseas government contracting experience preferred.
Work environment, physical demands, and mental demands:
Working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable. Long hours, exposure to weather, and hazardous conditions may be encountered.
Other responsibilities:
Safety: The employer enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. Each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams as appropriate.
Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of the business and the keystone to the goal of customer satisfaction. It is policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the quality policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable quality system documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their quality management and customer satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.