Clean Energy Engineer - mid-level

EMC Insights; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible personal time off (15 days)

Maternity/Paternity paid leave

401(k) Plan

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Reimbursement for professional development

Job summary

EMC Insights is seeking a Clean Energy Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in New Jersey. You will be pivotal in supporting energy efficiency programs, requiring strong technical skills and a self-motivated attitude. This role involves onsite assessments, customer collaboration, and producing engineering deliverables.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in engineering and possess excellent communication skills, organizational abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Flexible PTO, competitive wages, and professional development reimbursement are included.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of HVAC, lighting, thermodynamics, and mechanical systems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Detail-oriented, organized, self-starter with ability to prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily with customers to support participation in energy efficiency programs.
• Conduct inspections to verify installation and operation of energy-efficient equipment.
• Provide technical support to utility customers and Trade Allies.
• Produce high-quality engineering deliverables with support from peers.
• Perform and review energy savings calculations.
• Communicate efficiently with customers and Trade Allies.

Skills

Mechanical, electrical, and industrial energy fundamentals

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Strong organizational skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office products

Education

BS or MS Degree in mechanical, industrial, electrical, or chemical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EMC Insights is seeking a Clean Energy Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in New Jersey. We are looking for a technically skilled, self-motivated individual who shares our passion for energy efficiency. The successful candidate will be located in New Jersey or willing to relocate there within six months. As a Clean Energy Engineer, you will be a key member of our consulting team supporting custom energy efficiency programs in New Jersey. These programs are technically challenging, require critical thinking, and will expose you to various energy consumption and efficiency calculations. The Clean Energy Engineer will be a key technical and field resource, assessing the impact of energy efficiency programs, conducting onsite visits at commercial and industrial facilities, and working with customers to develop energy savings estimates for large and complex energy efficiency projects.

Ideal Locations

• Must be located in New Jersey, US - northern to central areas preferred
• This is a remote (work-from-home) position with travel to customer sites

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily with customers and Trade Allies to help support their participation in utility-sponsored custom energy efficiency incentive programs
• Conduct inspections to verify installation and operation of baseline and replacement energy-efficient equipment
• Provide technical and non-technical support to utility customers and Trade Allies
• Produce high-quality engineering deliverables (spreadsheets, calculators, reports) with some support and coordination from peers or senior engineers
• Support the development of new energy efficiency measures for existing / new energy efficiency programs while demonstrating technical understanding
• Establish and maintain a professional customer rapport, including identifying and anticipating customer needs and proposing solutions
• Promptly and accurately address Trade Ally and customer concerns to assure problem resolution and promote long-term productive relationships
• Understand the organization and decision-making process to work with stakeholders in determining project eligibility, schedule, and potential energy savings
• Perform and review energy savings calculations for evaluating energy savings and environmental impact
• Efficiently manage multiple projects, provide timely updates, and ensure customers and service providers are updated with program information
• Communicate efficiently with Trade Allies, customers, and clients to meet program requirements -- both in person and virtually
• Maintain quality control of all deliverable products, demonstrating objectivity and clarity while maintaining project schedules
• Other duties as assigned
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Requirements and Qualifications

• BS or MS Degree – mechanical, industrial, electrical, or chemical engineering or related field
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical, electrical, and industrial energy fundamentals including lighting, heat transfer, HVAC, thermodynamics, and mechanical systems
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and the ability to articulate your ideas, both in person and in a virtual working environment
• Strong organizational skills and experience coordinating various parties and accounting for multiple variables
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)
• Located in, or willing to relocate to, central or northern New Jersey
• Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starter, and have an ability to prioritize workload
• Must have a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle and able to travel locally up to 50% of the time

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 3 - 6 years of energy efficiency or clean energy program implementation or evaluation experience, including internships
• Previous experience with the Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) program
• Commercial and industrial building optimization and/or energy management experience
• Experience conducting ASHRAE Level 1 and/or Level II audits
• Certifications such CMVP, CEM, PE, and related are desired

What You Will Get in Return:

• Engaging work environment
• Competitive wage, based on experience and qualifications
• Flexible personal time off (15 days) and 10 holidays, including two flex holidays
• Maternity/Paternity paid leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Reimbursement for annual professional development training or certification
• Mileage reimbursement for the use of a personal vehicle
• The opportunity to have a positive impact on our environment and grow as a professional in the clean energy industry