Senior Energy Engineer

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

A growing energy engineering firm is seeking a Senior Engineer / Onsite Energy Manager to lead commercial building energy management engagements from initial assessment through project implementation. This role combines hands‑on engineering, client relationship management, project execution, and technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements: Conduct onsite facility assessments, collect operational data, evaluate building management systems (BMS), and identify energy efficiency measures across HVAC systems, central plants, and building infrastructure.
• Drive project implementation: Quantify energy savings, develop improvement plans, manage subcontractor RFPs and bids, coordinate schedules, oversee installations, and verify project completion.
• Manage incentives and deliverables: Lead utility incentive applications and prepare energy management plans, progress reports, project roadmaps, and other required program documentation.
• Provide technical leadership: Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, review technical deliverables, delegate responsibilities, and develop team capabilities through hands‑on training and knowledge sharing.
• Manage client relationships: Build strong partnerships with facility teams, communicate technical recommendations, coordinate onsite testing, and maintain consistent communication with clients, contractors, and program stakeholders.

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.