Energy Engineer

mcfa; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Vacation – 15 days

Holidays – 11 federal holidays

mcfa Bonus Program

Healthcare & Insurance

Job summary

mcfa is seeking an Energy Engineer to support a major utility-sponsored clean energy initiative. You will help commercial/industrial clients reduce energy use, improve efficiency, and support program lifecycle activities. The role emphasizes field verification, training, and stakeholder coordination.

The position requires 5+ years in HVAC/energy fields, strong communication, and experience with building systems. Hybrid work with travel across NJ is expected, plus NJ residency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in HVAC design, energy engineering, energy efficiency programs, or related consulting engineering fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Working knowledge of building system disciplines (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, architectural, or structural).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Excel.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage customers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Experience developing and delivering training materials, presentations, and educational content.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines and milestones.
• Must have a valid driver's license and transportation for travel between New Brunswick, NJ and project locations.
• Must be a New Jersey resident or establish NJ residency.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and process energy efficiency incentive applications for program compliance and accuracy.
• Manage projects through all incentive lifecycle phases from submission to payment.
• Conduct field inspections and site visits to verify installations.
• Identify and recommend energy-saving opportunities in facilities.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and stakeholders to support project execution.
• Deliver virtual and on-site training sessions for internal teams and partners.
• Develop training materials, presentations, and technical documentation to support objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting requirements.

Skills

HVAC design

Energy engineering

Energy efficiency programs

Communication skills

Building systems knowledge

MS Excel

Interpersonal skills

Training materials

Project management

Driver's license

NJ residency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Energy engineering

CEM and/or PE credentials

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

Title: Energy Engineer

Location: New Brunswick, NJ (Hybrid) with majority Remote Work and occasional travel to client sites throughout New Jersey

Job Type: Full-Time

How You'll Get to Contribute: mcfa is seeking a motivated and experienced Energy Engineer to support the implementation of a major utility-sponsored clean energy initiative. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping commercial and industrial customers reduce energy consumption, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to a more sustainable future. As a trusted steward of utility ratepayer funds, you will play a critical role in evaluating and managing energy efficiency incentive applications, verifying project implementation, and supporting customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout the program lifecycle. This position combines is ideal for professionals who enjoy technical problem-solving, project management, customer engagement, and energy efficiency consulting.

What You'll Do:

• Review, evaluate, and process energy efficiency incentive applications to ensure program compliance and accuracy.


• Manage projects and applications through all phases of the incentive lifecycle, from initial submission through final approval and payment.


• Conduct field inspections and site visits to verify proper installation and implementation of energy efficiency measures.


• Identify and recommend energy-saving opportunities within commercial and industrial facilities.


• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and program stakeholders to support successful project execution.


• Deliver virtual and on-site training sessions for internal teams and contractor partners.


• Develop training materials, presentations, and technical documentation to support program objectives.


• Maintain accurate records, project documentation, and reporting requirements.


• Support continuous improvement efforts related to program operations, customer experience, and energy savings outcomes

Who You Are:

Required

• 5+ years of professional experience in HVAC design, energy engineering, energy efficiency programs, or related consulting engineering fields.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.


• Working knowledge of one or more building system disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, architectural, or structural systems.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Microsoft Excel.


• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage customers, contractors, and project stakeholders.


• Experience developing and delivering training materials, presentations, and educational content.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and program milestones.


• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation for travel between New Brunswick, NJ, Haddonfield, NJ, and other project locations as required.


• Must be a New Jersey resident or establish New Jersey residency.

Preferred

• Experience performing energy savings calculations, utility rate analysis, or energy modeling.


• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent education and relevant experience will also be considered.


• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) credentials.


• Prior experience in design-build, energy services, performance contracting, or utility energy efficiency programs.


• Familiarity with commercial and industrial energy efficiency technologies and incentive programs.

What's in it for you:

Annual Paid Time Off:

• Sick Leave: 5 Days (40 Hours)


• Vacation: 15 Days (120 Hours)


• Holidays: 11 Federal Holidays (88 Hours) observed in accordance with mcfa's Holiday Schedule

\"mcfa way\" Bonus Program:

• Following your first full quarter worked, you will qualify for a profit-share bonus that is distributed at the end of each quarter if company targets are hit.


• Incoming Growth Units: 10


• Growth Unit allotment may increase over time.

Healthcare & Insurance:

• Eligible to participate in mcfa's family medical, dental and vision coverage; plan access begins on the first day of employment.
  
  
  
  • mcfa contributes up to 75% shared cost, not to exceed $700 per month.
  
  
  
  


• Companypaid life insurance plan (up to $100,000 per employee).


• Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Retirement

• You are eligible to participate in Company retirement plan (401k) on first day of employment with mcfa.

mcfa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. mcfa does not discriminate against any applicant or employee with regard to hiring, tenure of employment, promotion, transfer, selection for training, or any other terms or conditions of employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or national origin, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal law, or on any ground protected by state or local law in each area in which mcfa maintains facilities.