Energy Engineer: Commissioning

Harris Energy Solutions; Piscataway Township, New York (NJ, NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Profit Share Plan

Job summary

Harris Energy Solutions is seeking an Energy Engineer specializing in Building Commissioning to join their team in Piscataway, NJ. This full-time role involves supporting new construction and retro-commissioning projects, ensuring building systems meet project requirements. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's in Engineering, 1-3 years of relevant experience, and comfort in construction environments. The position includes benefits like medical insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, working in a hybrid schedule with office days on T/W/Th.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in commissioning, MEP design, construction, or energy engineering.
• Comfortable working onsite in active construction environments.
• Experience with large commercial and multi-family buildings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop commissioning documentation including plans and reports.
• Perform design and submittal reviews to identify deficiencies.
• Execute functional performance testing of building systems.

Skills

HVAC equipment understanding

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Facilities)

Tools

PDF markup tools (Bluebeam, Adobe)

Job description

Harris Energy Solutions, LLC (HES) is a nationwide Energy Consulting Services firm. HES offers a full suite of consulting services, including Building Energy Modeling, Renewable Energy Consulting, Master Planning, Energy Audit, Building Commissioning, Measurement and Verification, and Building Retro-Commissioning. We pride ourselves on the work we perform and the services we provide. HES is hiring an Energy Engineer specializing in Building Commissioning to join our team.

The Energy Engineer (Commissioning) will support and execute new construction commissioning (Cx) and retro-commissioning (RCx) projects across a portfolio of commercial, institutional, and multi-family buildings. This role focuses on verifying that building systems are designed, installed, tested, and operated to meet the Owner's Project Requirements and applicable code, certification, and performance criteria.

Responsibilities

• Develop Commissioning Documentation: Author commissioning plans, Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) summaries, Basis of Design (BOD) reviews, issues logs, and final commissioning reports.
• Perform Design and Submittal Reviews: Review drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, and contractor submittals to identify deficiencies, design intent gaps, and commissioning impact items.
• Create Pre-Functional and Functional Checklists: Develop equipment‑specific Pre‑Functional Checklists (PFCs) and Functional Performance Test (FPT) scripts for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, controls, and life safety systems.
• Conduct Site Visits and Construction Observation: Perform installation verification site visits, document open issues, and coordinate with general contractors, mechanical/electrical contractors, controls vendors, and TAB agents.
• Execute Functional Performance Testing: Lead and witness FPTs of air‑side, water‑side, BAS, lighting controls, and emergency power systems; verify sequences of operation and proper system response.
• Support Retro‑Commissioning Studies: Conduct onsite performance testing of existing building systems, identify Retro‑Commissioning Measures, and quantify low‑ and no‑cost operational savings.
• Develop Systems Manuals and Training: Compile systems manuals and assist with O&M training to support owner handoff.
• Support Certification and Compliance: Support LEED Fundamental and Enhanced Commissioning, ASHRAE Guideline 0/1.1/1.5, and project‑specific certification requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Facilities)
• 1-3 years of experience in commissioning, MEP design, construction, or energy engineering, including at least one internship, co‑op, or full‑time role
• Working understanding of HVAC equipment (AHUs, chillers, boilers, VRF, VAV, terminal units), BAS sequences of operation, and basic electrical systems
• Familiarity with construction documents, specifications (CSI MasterFormat), and submittal review
• Exposure to LEED commissioning requirements and/or ASHRAE Guideline 0 preferred
• Comfortable working onsite in active construction environments (PPE required)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and PDF markup tools (Bluebeam, Adobe)
• Experience with large commercial and multi‑family buildings preferred but not necessary
• EIT, CxA, BCxP, or LEED AP credential preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Travel throughout the United States as required by project workload

Personal Qualifications

• Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills
• Passionate about mitigating climate change
• Collaborative and a strong team player
• Self‑motivated with the ability to multitask and pay attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Enthusiasm to learn and grow as a professional

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employer‑sponsored work authorization.

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

• 401(k) (Traditional and Roth options)
• 401(k) Safe Harbor
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA option
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Profit Share Plan
• Company Covered Disability Insurance (LTD, STD)
• Company Covered Life Insurance
• Company Covered Financial Advising

Schedule

• 8‑hour shift
• Hybrid with 3 office days

Work Location: Piscataway, NJ & Whitestone, NY (Hybrid - T/W/Th in office)

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.