Energy Engineer IV

Duquesne-Light-Company-3; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Efficiency Network Inc. (TEN) seeks an Energy (Project) Engineer to lead technical delivery of energy projects across commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities in the western PA region.

You will drive from feasibility to design and construction, ensuring regulatory and QA/QC standards are met and project objectives are achieved. Based at TEN HQ in Pittsburgh, you will collaborate with development, engineering, construction, and performance teams, along with architects and

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Architectural, or Energy Engineering (or related field).
• 5+ years of energy audits or energy project delivery experience.
• Proficiency with energy modeling tools and Excel-based analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead energy audits, utility data analysis, and end-use profiling to identify savings opportunities.
• Develop feasibility studies, savings calculations, and business cases (NPV, IRR, payback, LCOE).
• Build and calibrate energy models (eQUEST, EnergyPlus, Trane 3D, Carrier HAP).
• Produce engineering deliverables: one-line diagrams, specifications, load calculations, schematics, submittals.
• Coordinate with construction teams, subcontractors, and utilities; review submittals/RFIs.
• Support commissioning, start-up, and development of O&M manuals and M&V plans.

Skills

Technical Rigor

Project Delivery

Communication

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Safety Mindset

Education

BS in Mechanical, Architectural, or Energy Engineering (or related field)

Tools

Procore

Energy modeling tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Requisition ID20158-Posted09/30/2026-The Efficiency Network Inc-Engineering-TEN HQ - 1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 401, Pittsburgh PA 15233-NonUnion-Full-time

The Efficiency Network, Inc. (TEN) is an independent energy-focused design/build contractor that provides building infrastructure upgrade s and energy projectsto state, local, and federal government, K-12 education , higher education, healthcare, and large commercial and industrial customers. We help our clients address deferred maintenance, invest in infrastructure, improve the efficiency and sustainability of their buildings , and make their operations more resilient.

TEN applies state of the art technology, engineering , construction and project management concepts and practices, along with creative financing and ownership solutions , to deliver projects quickly and efficiently.

TEN is part of the Duquesne Light Holdings, Inc. family of companies .

Summary:

Reporting to TEN’s Vice President, Engineering and Performance, the Energy (Project) Engineer is responsible for leading the technical delivery of energy projects across commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. You will engineer projects from feasibility through design and into construction, participating in ensuring the solutions you have developed are commissioned for optimized performance as designed, reducing utility and operating and maintenance costs. This role ensures that the designs provided meet technical, regulatory, and quality standards while aligning with project objectives and client requirements. The Energy (Project) Engineer will collaborate closely with internal development, engineering, construction, and performance teams, external design professionals (architects and engineers) and subcontractors to translate conceptual designs into executable plan documents and constructable project strategies.

Location: The successful candidate is situated in the western PA (Pittsburgh) region and will work from the company’s headquarters office with occasional travel to customer sites as necessary.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Development & Feasibility

• Conduct energy audits (ASHRAE Level 1–3), utility data analysis, and end-use profiling to identify savings opportunities.
• Develop feasibility studies, savings calculations, and business cases (NPV, IRR, payback, LCOE).
• Build and calibrate energy models (e.g., eQUEST, EnergyPlus, Trane 3D, Carrier HAP)
• Prepare scenario analyses for distributed energy resources (DERs) (e.g., solar PV, BESS, CHP/microturbine, demand response, electrification) a plus.
• Presentation and Customer meeting participation.

Technical Design & Engineering

• Produce engineering deliverables: one-line diagrams, equipment selection, specifications, load calculations, schematics, solution summaries, and design submittals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes/standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC) and local utility interconnection requirements.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews, design risk assessments, and constructability checks.

Project Execution & Controls

• Coordinate with construction team, subcontractors, OEMs, and integrators.
• Review submittals and RFIs.
• Site inspections, quality control, support commissioning, and start-up
• Assist in developing O&M manuals and training.
• Assist in building and implementing measurement and verification (M&V) plans, tracking performance, and delivering post-implementation reports.
• Assist in navigating permitting and interconnection processes with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) and utilities.
• Assist with identifying and securing incentives, grants, and rebates where applicable.
• Maintain rigorous safety practices and environmental compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Present technical findings to clients and executives in clear, business-focused terms.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, development, construction, performance and finance departments to align scope and outcomes.
• Prepare concise reports, design packages/submittals, energy conservation measure (ECM) summaries and executive summaries.

Education and Experience Required:

Required

• BS in Mechanical, Architectural, or Energy Engineering (or related field).
• 5+ years of experience performing energy audits, delivering energy efficiency and/or distributed energy projects.
• Proficiency in energy modeling tools, and Excel-based analysis.
• Familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems (switchgear, drives, HVAC, boilers, chillers, controls).
• Experience with construction and implementation of ECMs from constructability aspect
• Strong Scope of Work development for subcontractors to reduce company risks
• Awareness of strong project management fundamentals (schedule/budget control, risk management, vendor coordination).

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE or EIT on path to PE) Certified Energy Manager (CEM);
• Experience with DERs (solar, storage, CHP, microgrids), utility interconnection, and commissioning.
• Working knowledge of name brand building automation systems (BAS) and measurement & verification (IPMVP) protocols.
• Experience with incentive programs (utility rebates, state/energy grants) and decarbonization roadmaps.

Skills/Abilities:

Core Competencies

• Technical Rigor: Applies engineering first principles with practical field judgment.
• Project Delivery: Plans, executes, and closes project deliverables with discipline; mitigates risk early.
• Communication: Simplifies complex technical topics for non-technical stakeholders.
• Financial Acumen: Connects technical scope to business outcomes (cash flow, ROI).
• Problem Solving: Anticipates constraints; proposes options and trade-offs.
• Safety Mindset: Champions site safety and compliance.

Tools & Platforms

• Word/Excel for documenting and analytics
• Procore for development, design, and project management
• energy modeling (eQUEST/EnergyPlus/Trane 3D/Carrier HAP
• controls/SCADA familiarity, BI/reporting tools (Power BI preferred).

Working Conditions

• Travel: mostly local ~20–40% (regional project sites; adjust as needed).Driver's license required.
• Physical: Ability to climb ladders, work around mechanical/electrical equipment, and use PPE.
• Work Environment: Construction site, customer facility, and office settings; occasional off-hours for travel and collaboration.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

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