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Chaitanya Narmata

Energy Engineer III
MECHANICSBURG,Pennsylvania

Summary

Results-driven Energy Engineer with a proven track record of identifying and implementing over 5.1 million kWh and 508 kW (peak demand) in energy savings for commercial and industrial clients. Expertise in ASHRAE standards, IPMVP-compliant M&V, and Pennsylvania TRMs, ensuring accurate energy savings assessments and successful incentive applications. Skilled in HVAC optimization, compressed air systems, lighting retrofits, and energy audits, providing tailored efficiency solutions. Adept at program management, technical leadership, and client collaboration, serving as a liaison between utilities, evaluators, and businesses to maximize energy efficiency and rebate opportunities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Energy Engineer III

JNDOUGLAS
07.2024 - Current
  • Conduct assessments at various commercial and industrial sites as part of the FirstEnergy Pennsylvania C&I program, focusing on identifying energy efficiency opportunities.
  • Responsible for large C&I customers, and within six months of joining, conducted various assessments, calculating 5,100,000 kWh and 508 kW in estimated savings through Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs).
  • Work on a wide range of projects, including lighting, HVAC, custom equipment, and compressed air systems, providing clients with tailored energy-saving solutions.
  • Conduct comprehensive ASHRAE Level II audits and cultivate IPMVP-compliant measurement and verification plans, enhancing program credibility and compliance.
  • Act as a liaison between clients and third-party evaluators, including Willdan and Franklin, assisting with engineering calculations and ensuring successful submission of incentive applications.
  • Calculate estimated energy savings using various calculators, Pennsylvania Technical Reference Manuals (TRMs), and other advanced tools to ensure accurate assessments.
  • Perform Measurement and Verification (M&V) processes, including a recent M&V project on a machining center, to validate energy savings and support incentive programs.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for HVAC and the industrial sector, providing technical guidance on energy efficiency best practices.
  • Lead technical and programmatic support for commercial and industrial businesses seeking utility energy efficiency rebates, maximizing client benefits.

Sustainability Specialist

Ogni Inc
09.2021 - 07.2024
  • Conducted ASHRAE Level-I energy audits for various small business projects focusing on HVAC and lighting retrofits.
  • Analyzed audit data and created actionable reports demonstrating potential energy savings and benefits.
  • Communicated findings and explained benefits of incentive programs to customers.
  • Selected equipment, scheduled work with contractors, and managed procurement including RFPs and POs.
  • Attended client meetings, coordinated inspections with COMED, and ensured compliance with project requirements.
  • Provided troubleshooting for equipment issues and delivered training to customers post-installation.
  • Secured approximately USD 200,000 in rebates from COMED by completing SBES projects in past six months.
  • Designed and presented actionable reports for implementing energy-saving measures to help customers achieve sustainability goals.
  • Performed load and energy calculations using spreadsheets and energy modeling software (eldest) to determine opportunities for energy conservation.
  • Applied ASHRAE 90.1 standards to ensure optimal system performance and energy efficiency.
  • Conducted ASHRAE Level-II audits, analyzing building systems, operations, and energy usage to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Collected and analyzed data using BAS, proposing Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) to utility providers and obtaining approval.
  • Implemented approved ECMs, verified their effectiveness, and facilitated the process to secure incentives from utility provider.
  • Achieved annual energy savings of 152,072 kWh by executing this project successfully.
  • Conducted site visits to verify proper installation and operation of energy-efficient equipment.

Project Engineer

Intellectt Inc
06.2020 - 04.2021
  • Liaised with customers and mold makers to oversee tooling progress and improvements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address tooling-related issues and ensure project milestones were met.
  • Coordinated with vendors for sub-contracted molds and provided detailed cost breakdowns.

Energy Engineering Intern

Ogni Inc
06.2020 - 04.2021
  • Reviewed project plans and collaborated with management to develop objectives and project timelines.
  • Assisted in preparing construction budgets and supported project managers with purchasing and resource allocation.
  • Managed fieldwork operations, coordinated engineering teams, and conducted energy audits.
  • Recommended conservation measures involving HVAC systems to improve energy efficiency.

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Michigan, Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

VNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering & Tech
Hyderabad, India
05.2001 -

Skills

Energy Analysis

Energy Audits

HVAC Controls & BAS

Project Management

Measurement & Verification

Client communication

Adaptability and flexibility

Energy modeling

Timeline

Energy Engineer III

JNDOUGLAS
07.2024 - Current

Sustainability Specialist

Ogni Inc
09.2021 - 07.2024

Project Engineer

Intellectt Inc
06.2020 - 04.2021

Energy Engineering Intern

Ogni Inc
06.2020 - 04.2021

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Michigan, Dearborn
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

VNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering & Tech
05.2001 -
Chaitanya NarmataEnergy Engineer III