Lead Energy Engineer — Onsite Building Efficiency

Metric Geo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo in New York is seeking a Senior Engineer / Onsite Energy Manager to lead commercial building energy management engagements from initial assessment through project implementation.

The role blends hands-on engineering with client relationship management, project execution, and technical leadership. You will oversee onsite assessments, coordinate with facility teams, validate savings, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial building energy engineering, retro-commissioning, or facilities energy management.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, central plants, and building management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite facility assessments, collect data, evaluate building management systems, and identify energy efficiency measures across HVAC, central plants, and infrastructure.
• Quantify energy savings, develop improvement plans, manage subcontractor RFPs and bids, coordinate schedules, oversee installations, and verify project completion.
• Lead utility incentive applications and prepare energy management plans, progress reports, roadmaps, and other required documentation.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, review deliverables, delegate responsibilities, and develop team capabilities through training.
• Build strong partnerships with facility teams, communicate recommendations, coordinate onsite testing, and maintain communication with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Energy management

Project leadership

Client relations

Data analysis

Onsite testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural Engineering, or related

Tools

BMS knowledge

Job description

Metric Geo in New York is seeking a Senior Engineer / Onsite Energy Manager to lead commercial building energy management engagements from initial assessment through project implementation.

The role blends hands-on engineering with client relationship management, project execution, and technical leadership. You will oversee onsite assessments, coordinate with facility teams, validate savings, and mentor junior staff.