Staff Engineer: Energy Efficiency & Building Analytics

Franklin Energy / AM Conservation; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Energy is seeking an experienced Staff Engineer to support energy efficiency and demand-side management programs for commercial and industrial facilities. You will lead project teams, perform energy audits, and develop M&V plans to substantiate savings.

Strong technical background in building systems, energy analysis tools, and client-facing communication is essential, with travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in energy engineering or design engineering (HVAC or industrial processes).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience with energy analysis tools and building modeling programs (eQUEST, EnergyPlus, TRACE 700).
• Proven track record of conducting in-depth energy audits.
• Familiarity with IPMVP and M&V methodologies.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional client-facing demeanor.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and energy analysis software/tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams from initiation through completion.
• Provide technical expertise to support program outreach and customer engagement.
• Research codes, standards, and emerging technologies.
• Conduct energy audits at commercial, industrial, and municipal facilities to identify and implement energy-saving opportunities.
• Perform site inspections to collect data and conduct functional equipment/system testing.
• Develop project-specific M&V plans to substantiate energy savings.
• Install and remove metering and data collection equipment.
• Use analytical tools and M&V methodologies to evaluate performance and recommend system improvements.
• Perform complex energy and financial analyses using appropriate software and tools.
• Research and evaluate innovative approaches to energy efficiency, demand response, resiliency, and renewable energy.
• Develop clear, comprehensive technical reports that summarize project scope, methodology, assumptions, results, and recommendations.
• Communicate project timelines and updates with senior management.

Skills

Energy engineering

Project management

Excel

Energy modeling tools

Communication skills

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

eQUEST

EnergyPlus

TRACE 700

Job description

Franklin Energy is seeking an experienced Staff Engineer to support energy efficiency and demand-side management programs for commercial and industrial facilities. You will lead project teams, perform energy audits, and develop M&V plans to substantiate savings.

Strong technical background in building systems, energy analysis tools, and client-facing communication is essential, with travel to customer sites as needed.