Position description:
At Electric Ireland Superhomes we empower our customers to achieve warmer, healthier, low-carbon homes. Our purpose is guiding Irish homeowners through the home energy retrofit process to deliver on Ireland's climate action targets. Through our One-Stop-Shop we offer professional services through design and oversight of whole house energy efficiency solutions.
To support our growth ambitions we are currently recruiting Energy Engineers across Ireland. Our team of Energy Engineers deliver an excellent service for our customers, through the design and implementation of whole-house deep retrofit solutions.
This role presents an exciting opportunity for someone looking to progress their career in the growth field of energy engineering and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Delivering a One-Stop-Shop energy retrofitting service to private home-owners, housing providers and wider stakeholders in the delivery of 2030 targets for domestic retrofit
Design and implementation of deep retrofit whole house solutions with renewable energy upgrades, including heat pumps
Carrying out home surveys, including full BER analysis and examination of building fabric and heating system
Working with customers (mainly homeowners) to understand their energy needs, identifying and delivering appropriate retrofit solutions
Recommending fully-bespoke and costed packages of retrofit measures to bring homes to the Electric Ireland Superhomes standard
Issuing works to tender to Electric Ireland Superhomes approved contractors
Carrying out checks on works in progress; managing customer expectations and monitoring delivery
Conducting final inspections and snagging prior to final independent BER assessment
Handover on retrofit project completion, including customer tutorials demonstrating how to operate and maintain new energy systems
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Degree (Level 7) in Energy Engineering or related discipline (Mech, Elec, Civil, Arch, Build Services, Environment etc.)
Knowledge of building products, construction details, relevant building codes, regulations, and quality standards
Ability to understand technical aspects of building energy performance and construction generally
Knowledge in particular areas such as heat pumps, heating systems, solar PV, and fabric upgrades
Able to prioritise workloads and work effectively to deadlines
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels in client organisations.
Demonstrated ability to work as an integral part of a team, as well as individually
Full Driver's License, and own transport
Desirable
Experience in energy efficient design of buildings or building services
Knowledge of current building regulations, NSAI SR54, and / or SEAI Technical Standards for residential retrofit
Good Understanding & User of DEAP3 & DEAP4 BER software
Knowledge & understanding of Construction Health & Safety Legislation
Experience in AutoCAD/REVIT or other similar tools
Location
Travel will be a feature of this role. This role will be a blend of site-based, office-based and remote working.