Sr Energy Engineer - DC

Sr Energy Engineer - DC

Washington, DC, US

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $90,000 - $155,000 per year

We are seeking a Sr Energy Engineer to deliver Existing Building Decarbonization projects. As Project Manager you will be responsible for Planning, Coordination, Benchmarking, holistic Building Assessments, BEPS Consulting, Energy Audits, Retro-Commissioning, Electrification & Decarbonization Concepts, and Implementation of Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization Projects. Project Managers work independently on complex projects, network to expand the market outreach for Existing Building Decarbonization projects, and collaborate closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

• – Bachelor’s Degree or Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural Engineering, or related field.
• – Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the US / North America in delivering energy efficiency and decarbonization projects for commercial, multi-– family, institutional, and industrial buildings with proven economic success and client satisfaction.
• – Must be able to meet eligibility requirements to access government facilities.
• – Thorough knowledge of common commercial HVAC systems and components. Working knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems.
• – Must have at least one of the following:
  Professional Engineer (P.E.), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), ASHRAE Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP), Commissioning certification (BCxP, CCP, or equivalent)
• – Experience with BEPS programs and requirements in Washington DC, Montgomery County, Maryland, and familiarity with BPS programs in other jurisdictions.
• – Familiarity with utility incentive programs in the DMV area and other regions.
• – Well-connected in the real estate industry with a strong network for outreach and relationship building. Effective construction site communication skills.
• – Residency within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Ability to work onsite up to 2–3 days per week at client sites within the Washington D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan area

• – Lead comprehensive building performance optimization, including facility diagnostics, building analytics, controls optimization, and retrofits to deliver holistic BEPS compliance strategies.
• – Lead energy modeling and building performance simulations and perform life-cycle cost analyses to evaluate the ROI and overall economic feasibility of various decarbonization strategies, including high-efficiency HVAC systems and the integration of geothermal and other renewable energy sources.
• – Independently plan, manage, and execute all aspects of energy engineering, energy auditing, deep energy retrofits, retro-commissioning and related projects from the scoping and proposal stage through close out, with focus on existing buildings decarbonization. Identify energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization measures and projects for existing buildings, portfolios, campuses, and communities.
• – Advise clients on BPS compliance strategies in various jurisdictions and coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure projects meet program requirements. Develop long-term energy master plans and capital improvement roadmaps, assisting clients in aligning facility operations with institutional sustainability goals and net‑zero targets.
• – Lead hands‑on troubleshooting efforts and coordinate resolution of system performance issues. Witness testing, inspections, and system verification activities. Collect, analyze, document, and present technical data to support project decisions.
• – Prepare in depth technical reports and project documentation for clients.
• – Support clients with project management, navigating RFPs and bid solicitations, construction management, and building operations.
• – Maintain regular, professional communication with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders. Maintain direct responsibility for quality, schedule adherence, and cost effectiveness of all project deliverables.
• – Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff, ensuring the rigorous application…