# Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar > Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement. - Code: 17-2199.03 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 17-2199) - Family: [Architecture & Engineering](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-17), one of its 59 occupations - Tasks: 21 tasks (20 core and 1 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/17-2199.03 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/17-2199.03.json ## What the work is made of 1. Identify and recommend energy savings strategies to achieve more energy-efficient operation. Core task · Task 20854 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 2. Conduct energy audits to evaluate energy use and to identify conservation and cost reduction measures. Core task · Task 20855 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 3. Monitor and analyze energy consumption. Core task · Task 18156 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 4. Monitor energy related design or construction issues, such as energy engineering, energy management, or sustainable design. Core task · Task 20856 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 5. Inspect or monitor energy systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or daylighting systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings. Core task · Task 18150 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 6. Advise clients or colleagues on topics such as climate control systems, energy modeling, data logging, sustainable design, or energy auditing. Core task · Task 20857 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 7. Analyze, interpret, or create graphical representations of energy data, using engineering software. Core task · Task 18159 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 8. Verify energy bills and meter readings. Core task · Task 20858 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 9. Collect data for energy conservation analyses, using jobsite observation, field inspections, or sub-metering. Core task · Task 20859 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 10. Manage the development, design, or construction of energy conservation projects to ensure acceptability of budgets and time lines, conformance to federal and state laws, or adherence to approved specifications. Core task · Task 18151 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 11. Perform energy modeling, measurement, verification, commissioning, or retro-commissioning. Core task · Task 18148 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 12. Review architectural, mechanical, or electrical plans or specifications to evaluate energy efficiency. Core task · Task 20860 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 13. Prepare energy-related project reports or related documentation. Core task · Task 20861 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 14. Review or negotiate energy purchase agreements. Core task · Task 18165 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 15. Train personnel or clients on topics such as energy management. Core task · Task 18166 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 16. Direct the implementation of energy management projects. Core task · Task 20862 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 17. Research renewable or alternative energy systems or technologies, such as solar thermal or photovoltaic energy. Core task · Task 20863 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 18. Promote awareness or use of alternative or renewable energy sources. Core task · Task 18157 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 19. Write or install energy management routines for building automation systems. Core task · Task 19648 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 20. Recommend best fuel for specific sites or circumstances. Core task · Task 20864 · Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016 21. Consult with construction or renovation clients or other engineers on topics such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) or Green Buildings. 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