Senior Sustainability Engineer: Energy Modeling & Decarbonization

Engtal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal, a leading engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Sustainability Engineer to support landmark projects across healthcare, higher education, commercial, aviation, civic, and mission critical markets in Boston.

You will perform energy modeling, decarbonization analyses, and help pursue LEED, WELL, and other certifications while collaborating with architects and MEP engineers. The role emphasizes client-facing communication and technical leadership.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in energy modeling and sustainability consulting within an MEP consulting or engineering firm.
• Proficiency with IES-VE preferred (EnergyPlus, DesignBuilder, OpenStudio, eQuest, EnergyPro, or CBECC also considered).
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of high-performance building systems, energy codes, and sustainability strategies
• Knowledge of LEED and WELL design principles (LEED AP and/or WELL AP preferred or working toward accreditation)
• Strong communication, collaboration, and client-facing skills

Responsibilities

• Perform whole-building energy modeling using IES-VE (or EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, DesignBuilder, or eQuest with a willingness to learn IES-VE)
• Conduct energy efficiency, decarbonization, electrification, renewable energy, and Net Zero analyses
• Support LEED, WELL, LBC, RESET, and other green building certification efforts
• Perform life cycle cost analyses, energy audits, and incentive/rebate evaluations
• Collaborate with architects, owners, and MEP engineers to develop energy and water efficiency strategies
• Provide technical guidance on sustainability initiatives, energy codes, and industry best practices
• Present sustainability topics internally and externally through training sessions and client meetings

Skills

Energy modeling

Sustainability consulting

Client-facing

Team collaboration

Tools

IES-VE

EnergyPlus

DesignBuilder

OpenStudio

eQuest

Revit

AutoCAD

CBECC

Job description

Engtal, a leading engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Sustainability Engineer to support landmark projects across healthcare, higher education, commercial, aviation, civic, and mission critical markets in Boston.

You will perform energy modeling, decarbonization analyses, and help pursue LEED, WELL, and other certifications while collaborating with architects and MEP engineers. The role emphasizes client-facing communication and technical leadership.