We are seeking a Project Engineer II (PE II) for the Chicago area.  The Engineer II works directly with our clients to assess their operations and identify opportunities for maximizing energy efficiency and performance in industrial systems.  The PEII takes a consultative role, gathers data, creates optimization models of industrial systems, and writes feasibility reports for energy efficiency projects, while leading overall management of projects.  The PEII contributes to peer support and quality control review.

At Cascade Energy, we believe in better.  We come to work every day with a drive for continuous improvement, and we dedicate ourselves to making industrial energy efficiency happen in smart, measurable, and sustained ways.  We offer utilities and industrial facilities novel ways to meet their sustainability, emission reduction, and energy savings goals.  We specialize in energy efficiency program design and implementation; carbon tracking and report; scope 1,2, and 3 consulting services, energy efficiency engineering; energy management software, and hands-on training and coaching.  Our reputation for stellar, high-quality work has expanded our reach throughout North America to serve clients ranging in size from small up to Fortune 500 companies in their pursuit of wide-ranging decarbonization and energy savings objectives.  Cascade has offices in Oregon, Washington, Utah, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, California, and the Northeast region.

As a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP), Cascadians foster and value a culture of equals, initiative, and ownership.  Our teams reflect our core company values: Do the Right Thing; Put Others First; Seek Shared Success; Learn Constantly; and Be Industrious.  Our customers are vitally important to us, and we pride ourselves on stellar customer service.  Our team members are a dedicated and diverse group of ambassadors, representing Cascade Energy, striving to embody our values, ensure we are responsive, and consistently delighting our customers.

In alignment with our values and doing better, Cascade Energy celebrates and values diversity as vital for increased creativity and innovation and faster problem solving, and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment.  Learn more about DEIA at Cascade by visiting cascadeenergy.com/deia.

Cascade promotes a healthy work-life balance and appreciates employee contribution in all areas. We walk the talk about our commitment to learning constantly, with a focus on the ongoing development of every team member. Cascade is a strong supporter of flexible working arrangements, and offers role-dependent options for remote, hybrid, and in-office work.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Leading projects and providing overall management, direction, and accountability on assigned projects
• Calculating energy savings for various system or equipment changes using existing calculation tools, original spreadsheets, and/or generally accepted methodologies
• Engaging with clients at their industrial locations to fully understand their equipment and operations and identifying opportunities for energy efficiency
• Fostering and growing client relationships and identifying opportunities for generating additional work from current clients
• Discussing or explaining complex technical issues with a diverse audience on their level in a way that facilitates understanding and consensus
• Composing energy efficiency project reports based on analyses and observations
• Documenting performance through data collection from customer sources or via installed data logging equipment
• Maintaining a solid understanding of utility programs and their compliance requirements
• Providing peer support through technical discussions and work review

This is a full-time, exempt position to be located in or near our Park Ridge IL office.  Estimated travel is at 10% - 20% for local site visits.

Applicants for this role are required to have:

• Bachelor's Degree, or higher, in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or a related field of study
• 1-5 years of engineering experience
• Technical knowledge of refrigeration, compressed air systems, steam systems, customer computer modeling of systems, electrical distribution system design, industrial control and data-logging of system results

A successful candidate should also demonstrate these preferred characteristics and/or skills:

• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making capabilities demonstrated by educational or professional experiences
• Strong project management and organization skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to comfortably interact with internal and external customers and stakeholders to serve their needs
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly  motivated to achieve project results

For candidates whose experience may not align perfectly with all these preferred skills but can see themselves adding value in this role, we encourage you to still apply. Cascade is dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace and places strong import on learning and development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Our total rewards include competitive pay and excellent benefits. These include health (90% paid for team member, 70% paid for dependents on HDHP plans and 85% paid for team member, 65% paid for dependents on PPO plans),  vision, FSA or HSA options with an employer contribution, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401k retirement plan with a guaranteed 3% contribution, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), annual cash performance bonus, paid vacation, sick time, and an inclusive, flexible paid holiday policy. New for 2024 – we are excited to add an additional wellbeing contribution of $500 for HSA, FSA, or LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account).

The salary range for this position in Park Ridge, Illinois is $91,570 - $111,900. However, final salary offered may vary depending on non-discriminatory factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experiences, and geographical location if different than the above.  

Please submit a current resume (PDF). We would also appreciate a letter of interest (PDF) describing why our team or the position resonates with you, and how your experience makes you a great choice for the role. If you submit a letter, please combine it with your resume in one PDF document.

• Please, no phone calls.
• Please, no outside recruiters or agencies.
• Cascade Energy is not able to provide sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S., which includes OPT.

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