Engineer – Metro Detroit, Michigan

Energy Sciences Partners, Llc; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 71,711 - 107,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with match

Profit sharing

13 paid holidays

120 hours paid time off starting in year 1

Job summary

A leader in energy consulting is seeking a Senior Engineer based in Detroit, MI. This role involves identifying energy efficiency opportunities, performing energy assessments, and collaborating with clients to achieve sustainable energy goals. Candidates should have a degree in mechanical engineering, extensive experience in energy assessments, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to make a meaningful impact in energy conservation efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy assessments.
• Knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, hot water, and industrial processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and quantify energy efficiency opportunities.
• Perform energy and economic analyses.
• Review energy assessments and calculations.
• Prepare reports and deliver presentations.

Skills

Energy assessments

HVAC systems

Energy efficiency programs

Economic analyses

Building management systems (BMS)

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

CEM, CEA, CMVP, EBCP certifications preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

From energy consulting to decarbonization strategies, Energy Sciences helps commercial, industrial, and municipal clients identify and eliminate waste to increase their energy efficiency. We improve facility systems, create unique and measurable plans, and conserve energy while saving millions of dollars in the process. Taking a strategic and comprehensive approach, we activate the best practices and people to produce truly impactful results that improve the longevity of our planet.

This position has a home-based office in the Metro Detroit area and requires the use of a personal vehicle with up to 25% local travel.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• Non-degreed professional considered with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in energy assessments and commissioning/retro‑commissioning‑related work.
• CEM, CEA, CMVP, EBCP, and PE certification preferred.
• Two or more years of experience with the items below preferred:
  • Engineering support for utility energy efficiency programs.
  • Retro‑commissioning of HVAC, lighting, and process systems.
  • New building systems commissioning.
  • HVAC system assessments for general conditions and to identify energy savings opportunities.
  • ASHRAE level I, II, III energy auditing for commercial and industrial facilities.
  • Energy and economic analyses based on trending, bin weather data, and regression analysis.
  • Utilizing BMS for trending, field measurement, and verification work.
  • Calculate and verify energy savings from implemented energy efficiency measures.
  • Knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, pumps, chilled water, hot water, steam, industrial processes, and compressed air.
• Knowledge of decarbonization strategies for buildings and industries.
• Working on‑site with commercial and industrial customers.
• Writing reports and delivering presentations.
• Utilizing tools such as Microsoft Office and advanced skills using Excel.

Day‑to‑Day

• Identifying and quantifying energy efficiency opportunities.
• Performing energy and economic analyses.
• Reviewing energy assessments, opportunities, and calculations.
• Collaborating with customers, assisting with technical questions, and developing projects.
• Preparing reports and delivering presentations.
• Conducting site surveys and facilities assessments.
• Collaborating with other technical team members to teach and learn energy engineering fundamentals.
• Support customers with utility energy efficiency programs.
• Travel time up to 25%.

About You

• Collaborative, enterprising individual who likes to work in an open team environment.
• Excited about challenging the status quo and offering creative ideas for growth.
• Self‑motivated and able to work with autonomy and independence.
• Able to make quick and sound decisions.
• Willing to take initiative.
• Proactive, responsive, and attentive to client needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Enjoy sharing expertise with a diverse team to encourage development and growth.
• Believe in making a positive environmental impact.

Benefits

We offer an excellent full‑time benefits package including DAY 1 benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD), a retirement plan with match, profit sharing, 13 paid holidays, and 120 hours of paid time off starting in year 1.

More about Energy Sciences

Energy Sciences is on a mission to create a more sustainable and socially responsible energy future. We value working as a team, questioning the status quo to find new and better ways, doing our work with integrity, and taking responsibility and initiative to get things done. We provide professional consulting, training, and energy management services to commercial, industrial, and municipal sectors, delivering customized solutions and sustainable strategies.

Additional Information

Energy Sciences is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive employment consideration without regard to race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, height, weight, genetic information, or status in any group protected by federal, state, or local law.

The pay range for this role is $71,711-$107,000 per year.

Senior Engineer (Part‑Time) - Metro Detroit, MI