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Edward D.

Energy Engineer | Energy Audits & Analysis | Modeling & Tools

Senior Energy Engineer | PE | MSCE | CEM | 20 Years in Energy Modeling, ESPC, Renewables, and Advanced Building Simulations I’m a licensed Professional Engineer and Certified Energy Manager with 20+ years of experience delivering high-value energy engineering solutions for commercial, industrial, and federal clients. My background spans federal ESPC projects, building energy modeling, HVAC system design, renewable integration, financial analysis, and performance optimization for some of the most complex facilities in the world. I specialize in translating technical data into clear, actionable designs, models, and decision tools. My work supports architects, developers, energy service companies, and engineering firms who need reliable calculations, fast turnaround times, and senior-level judgment. What I Can Help You With - Building energy modeling (EnergyPlus/DesignBuilder preferred, but experienced with all major tools: eQUEST, Trace, EnergyPro, DOE-2, Visual DOE) - Overheating analysis, heat loss/heat gain, and HVAC sizing - ESPC/Utility energy project development and savings analysis - Renewable and distributed energy modeling (solar PV, wind, fuel cells, CHP, BESS, microgrids) - Load calculations, fluid flow, and heat transfer simulations - Financial modeling, ROI, LCOE analysis, and cost/savings development - Retro-commissioning, facility audits, and code compliance support - MATLAB and algorithm development for decision tools or control logic - Technical writing, submittals, scopes, M&V plans, and engineering documentation Project Experience Includes I have contributed to or led modeling and analysis efforts for buildings of all scales and levels of complexity, including: - Federal campuses and military installations - Enterprise and hyperscale datacenters - Large commercial and office facilities - Industrial and mission-critical sites - Renewable-integrated and multi-source energy systems Professional Background Before transitioning to consulting, I spent more than a decade leading federal energy projects at Johnson Controls Federal Systems, delivering multimillion-dollar ESPC projects, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and serving as technical lead on complex mechanical and energy systems. I later founded DTEC Energy Consulting, where I support clients with modeling, design reviews, HVAC engineering, emissions compliance, and renewable project development. Certifications & Credentials - Professional Engineer (Delaware) - Certified Energy Manager (CEM) - MS Civil Engineering, BS Architectural Engineering, BS Civil Engineering - MBA candidate (Pennsylvania State University) - Member: ASHRAE, AEE Why Clients Hire Me - Senior-level accuracy with fast turnaround - Clear, professional communication - Ability to work from sketches, PDFs, BIM, or fully developed design sets - Comfortable with both straightforward and highly complex buildings - Proven track record with federal and commercial clients

🇺🇸Philadelphia, United States$120/hr100% JSS5.00 (5)Since Jun 2024

Earnings and projects

MRR
$424

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#84,514 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#12,414 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
$150

Last 6 months: $2.5k

World#86,379 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#10,825 / 62.1k
Total earnings
$30k

Billed in all: $31k

World#110,559 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#19,013 / 62.1k
Per project
$3.3k

$509 in the last 6 months

World#50,781 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#8,503 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
5

Across 7 contracts

43% fixed57% hourly
World#41,746 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#5,872 / 62.1k
Projects in all
9

Across 17 contracts

24% fixed76% hourly
World#212,268 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#30,262 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$31.5k+$150 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$31.3k$31.4k$31.5kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

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