Senior Energy Engineer / Auditor (Commercial & Industrial)

Kafou Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Annual bonus

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kafou Group in Riyadh seeks a Senior Energy Engineer/Auditor to lead ASHRAE Level I–III audits for commercial and industrial facilities, develop ECMs, and drive energy-efficiency projects under EPC. You will supervise juniors and perform energy modeling, ROI analyses, and reporting.

Role requires strong HVAC knowledge, leadership, and client-facing skills, with compliance to SEEC and IPMVP. The candidate will mentor staff, collaborate with design and operations teams, and present savings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, energy, or thermal engineering.
• 6–8 years of proven energy auditing or operation & maintenance experience.
• Hands-on ASHRAE Level I–III audits experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, lighting, thermal, hydraulic, and process systems.
• CEM or CMVP certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute ASHRAE Level I–III audits for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Develop ECMs for HVAC, lighting, boilers, chillers, and air systems.
• Conduct energy modeling and simulation studies to evaluate energy savings.
• Develop financial analyses (ROI, payback, lifecycle cost analysis) for ECMs.
• Ensure compliance with SEEC, Saudi building codes, and international standards.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with technical and financial recommendations.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers/auditors in survey techniques, data analysis, and report preparation.
• Oversee implementation of ECMs, including retrofits and system upgrades.
• Manage M&V activities in line with IPMVP protocols to validate savings.
• Collaborate with design, operations, and project management teams to integrate energy efficiency into facility operations.
• Present findings and recommendations effectively to clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Provide support to procurement for purchase orders and vendor negotiation.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client communication

Presentation

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Energy/Thermal Engineering

Tools

Energy modeling software

ASHRAE auditing tools

Job description

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 09/14/2025

During the 1980s, Saudi Arabia’s power needs increased to fuel the growth of the economy. To capitalize on that trend, Kafou Group was established in 1983 and emerged as a key player in the power generation market.

The company has structured itself under a strategic partnership model collaborating with leading international firms in the electricity, power, water treatment, and petrochemicals space. With more than 25 years of specialized experience, Kafou Group has cemented its name as a unique power player in the Kingdom.

Job Description

Position Overview The Senior Energy Engineer / Auditor will lead advanced energy audits (ASHRAE Level I, II, and III) across commercial facilities (hospitals, universities, office towers, shopping malls, and government complexes) and industrial facilities (manufacturing plants, refineries, warehouses, utilities). The role requires technical depth in HVAC systems, thermal systems, lighting, compressed air, and building automation, combined with leadership in developing and implementing Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs). The candidate will be supervising junior engineers, preparing detailed audit reports, and supporting energy efficiency projects under Energy Performance Contracting (EPC).

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute ASHRAE Level I, II, and III audits for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Perform baseline energy assessments and develop ECMs for HVAC, lighting, boilers, chillers, furnaces, compressed air, water systems, etc.
• Conduct energy modeling and simulation studies to evaluate potential energy savings.
• Develop financial analyses (ROI, payback, life-cycle cost analysis) for ECMs.
• Ensure compliance with SEEC, Saudi building codes, and international standards.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with technical and financial recommendations.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers/auditors in survey techniques, data analysis, and report preparation.
• Oversee implementation of ECMs, including retrofits, operational improvements, and system upgrades.
• Manage M&V activities in line with IPMVP protocols to validate achieved savings.
• Collaborate with design, operations, and project management teams to integrate energy efficiency into facility operations.
• Present findings and recommendations effectively to clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Provide support To procurement team for purchase orders and Vendor Negotiation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or Thermal Engineering.
• 6-8 years of proven experience in energy auditing or deep operation & maintenance experience for commercial & industrial sectors.
• Hands-on experience in ASHRAE Level I, II, and III audits.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, lighting, thermal, hydraulic, and process systems.
• Certifications of CEM, CMVP are plus

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent client communication and presentation abilities.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with benefits.
• Health insurance.
• Opportunities for personal growth and professional development.
• Annual Bonus