Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.
We are currently seeking a Senior Engineer to join our Energy Efficiency Team. This full-time position plays a vital leadership role in advancing engineering excellence across multiple energy efficiency programs and initiatives. Senior Engineers provide deep technical expertise both internally and externally, serving as key resources across the organization. In this role, you will lead complex technical efforts, mentor junior staff, support strategic planning, and help shape the technical direction of the company. You will also play a central role in enhancing the company’s engineering capabilities in energy efficiency.
Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide oversight and guidance for engineering support across multiple energy efficiency programs, ensuring quality and consistency in deliverables.
- Serve as a primary point of contact with clients regarding engineering requirements, progress, and outcomes.
- Prepare and review engineering calculations to ensure accuracy and appropriate documentation.
- Develop new energy efficiency measures and present proposals to clients for consideration.
- Interpret and monitor relevant codes and regulatory requirements across states, identifying and implementing necessary measure updates to ensure compliance.
- Lead the execution of one to two market studies or technical projects annually.
- Conduct engineering analyses to assess the market potential of emerging energy efficiency technologies.
- Perform cost analyses of energy-efficient technologies to support program design and implementation.
- Evaluate the market and technical feasibility of measures, including their suitability for midstream energy efficiency programs.
- Manage budgets for market studies and related technical projects.
- Provide cross-functional engineering support within at least one technology or domain area.
- Collaborate on interdisciplinary engineering efforts within at least one technology or domain area.
- Share updates and insights from cross-cutting engineering initiatives through departmental presentations.
- Design and deliver technical trainings focused on technologies and energy savings strategies.
- Provide mentorship and development opportunities for junior engineering staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelors’ degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, environmental, architectural, or related field).
- A minimum of 8 years’ of engineering or work experience in related area OR graduate degree with a minimum of 6 years' of professional work experience.
- Knowledge of Title 24, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, and other energy codes.
- Demonstrated ability to write reports, technical papers, and provide technical presentations to knowledgeable audiences.
- Project management experience including budget development and management.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to conduct occasional business travel.
The salary range for this role is $102,000–$125,000/annually with a target compensation of $118,750/annually based on experience and qualifications
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
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At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one’s own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience skills can truly shine.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Office Locations and a Remote Workforce
Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.
Background Check Information
Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable Accommodations
Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [email protected].
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