Sr Energy Engineer - DC

Jobot; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & bonuses

Benefits package

Flexible work schedules

Meaningful work

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Sr Energy Engineer to deliver Existing Building Decarbonization projects in the DC area. You will plan, coordinate, benchmark, and perform building assessments, BEPS consulting, energy audits, electrification concepts, and implementation of energy efficiency projects.

You will lead complex projects, expand market outreach, and collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure high-quality, on-time results in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering.
• 5+ years delivering energy efficiency and decarbonization for commercial/institutional buildings in North America.
• Eligible to access government facilities.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• PE/CEM/BEAP/BCxP or equivalent certification.
• Experience with BEPS programs in DC/MD/DMV incentives.
• Strong real estate network and client-facing collaboration.
• DC metro residency; on-site 2–3 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Lead building performance optimization and BEPS compliance strategies.
• Model energy use and perform life-cycle cost analyses for decarbonization options.
• Plan and execute energy audits, retrofits, and retro-commissioning for existing buildings.
• Advise on BPS compliance and develop long‑term energy master plans.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams; ensure quality and schedule.

Skills

Energy project management

HVAC systems knowledge

Client communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or MS in Mechanical/Electrical/Architectural Engineering

MS in a related engineering field

Tools

BEPS programs

Job description

Job details

Sr Energy Engineer (Decarbonization Project Manager) – DC (Hybrid)

Salary: $90,000 - $155,000 per year

A bit about us

We are an engineering consulting firm specializing in energy efficiency and sustainable building solutions. Our services include energy audits, feasibility studies, development and evaluation of design concepts, commissioning, measurement and verification (M&V), and monitoring of building performance and systems. We cater to commercial, institutional, government, educational, and industrial building sectors in both U.S. and international markets. Our commitment to innovative solutions drives us toward a carbon-neutral future. We pride ourselves on employing the latest energy-efficient technologies and implementing measures to enhance building performance. Our practical approach addresses our clients' complex energy needs, maximizing savings and return on investment while minimizing environmental impact across all served markets. Our team consists of engineers, analysts, and managers with extensive experience in conducting energy audits and detailed market research analysis.

Why join us

• Competitive Salary & Bonuses!
• Full Benefits Package!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Meaningful Work!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

We are seeking a Sr Energy Engineer to deliver Existing Building Decarbonization projects. As Project Manager you will be responsible for Planning, Coordination, Benchmarking, holistic Building Assessments, BEPS Consulting, Energy Audits, Retro-Commissioning, Electrification & Decarbonization Concepts, and Implementation of Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization Projects. Project Managers work independently on complex projects, network to expand the market outreach for Existing Building Decarbonization projects, and collaborate closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• – Bachelor’s Degree or Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural Engineering, or related field.
• – Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the US / North America in delivering energy efficiency and decarbonization projects for commercial, multi‑family, institutional, and industrial buildings with proven economic success and client satisfaction.
• – Must be able to meet eligibility requirements to access government facilities.
• – Thorough knowledge of common commercial HVAC systems and components. Working knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems.
• – Must have at least one of the following: Professional Engineer (P.E.), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), ASHRAE Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP), Commissioning certification (BCxP, CCP, or equivalent)
• – Experience with BEPS programs and requirements in Washington DC, Montgomery County, Maryland, and familiarity with BPS programs in other jurisdictions.
• – Familiarity with utility incentive programs in the DMV area and other regions.
• – Well-connected in the real estate industry with a strong network for outreach and relationship building. Effective construction site communication skills.
• – Residency within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Ability to work onsite up to 2–3 days per week at client sites within the Washington D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan area

Duties

• – Lead comprehensive building performance optimization, including facility diagnostics, building analytics, controls optimization, and retrofits to deliver holistic BEPS compliance strategies.
• – Lead energy modeling and building performance simulations and perform life‑cycle cost analyses to evaluate the ROI and overall economic feasibility of various decarbonization strategies, including high‑efficiency HVAC systems and the integration of geothermal and other renewable energy sources.
• – Independently plan, manage, and execute all aspects of energy engineering, energy auditing, deep energy retrofits, retro‑commissioning and related projects from the scoping and proposal stage through close out, with focus on existing buildings decarbonization. Identify energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization measures and projects for existing buildings, portfolios, campuses, and communities.
• – Advise clients on BPS compliance strategies in various jurisdictions and coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure projects meet program requirements. Develop long‑term energy master plans and capital improvement roadmaps, assisting clients in aligning facility operations with institutional sustainability goals and net‑zero targets.
• – Lead hands‑on troubleshooting efforts and coordinate resolution of system performance issues. Witness testing, inspections, and system verification activities. Collect, analyze, document, and present technical data to support project decisions.
• – Prepare in depth technical reports and project documentation for clients.
• – Support clients with project management, navigating RFPs and bid solicitations, construction management, and building operations.
• – Maintain regular, professional communication with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders. Maintain direct responsibility for quality, schedule adherence, and cost effectiveness of all project deliverables.
• – Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff, ensuring the rigorous application of engineering principles and adherence to ASHRAE and other industry standards across all project phases.
• – Support commissioning, building performance analytics, and sustainability related projects and tasks as assigned.
• – Coordinate effectively with internal teams to ensure alignment with project objectives and firm standards.

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