Energy Efficiency Project Engineer II/Energy Engineer--AKHDC5784084 (New Brunswick)

Job Description:

Position: Energy Efficiency Project Engineer II/Energy Engineer

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility ASHRAE Level II and III audits for schools, hospitals, multifamily buildings, universities, municipalities, and other commercial properties.
• Perform facility utility analysis, energy benchmarking, energy balancing, and energy savings calculations.
• Review and develop calculations and assumptions used to estimate or measure energy savings.
• Produce technical reports that summarize project scope, methodologies, assumptions, findings, and recommendations.
• Conduct on-site data collection and deploy metering equipment to support energy analysis and validate equipment performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or related discipline).
• 3–6 years of experience with energy auditing (ASHRAE Level I–III), energy analysis, energy modeling, technical report writing, or engineering analysis.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, energy systems, building science, and high-performance design.
• Hands-on field experience with mechanical and energy systems is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with energy modeling tools such as eQUEST, EnergyPlus, Trane TRACE, or similar software.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet-based energy calculations and custom analysis tools.
• Experience developing ECM recommendations and quantifying savings for technologies such as HVAC, motors, lighting, controls, refrigeration, building envelope, and appliances.
• Knowledge of energy codes and standards including ASHRAE and IECC.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Licenses, certifications and accreditations are a plus (e.g., Professional Engineer, Engineer in Training, Certified Energy Manager, Building Energy Modeling Professional).
• Team-oriented, adaptive, and proactive with strong client service focus.