Senior Energy Engineer

Willdan • New York, NY

18h • $100,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Energy Engineer ensures buildings operate at peak performance by applying expertise in energy project development/ implementation, retro-commissioning (RCx), building operations optimization, and on-site troubleshooting/ investigation. This role combines technical execution, client engagement, and leadership, requiring strong collaboration with design, construction, and facility teams to reduce energy waste, improve system reliability, and enhance occupant comfort. The role requires regular exercise of independent judgment in matters of significance, including project execution, technical recommendations, and client advisement. This role also requires the engineer to be a subject matter expert in their chosen field.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related field of engineering is required.
• Working knowledge of NY/NJ utility incentive programs (ConEd, NYSERDA, NJ SmartStart) is required
• Five or more years of progressive project development experience.
• Excellent initiative, and interpersonal communications skills required.
• Demonstrates engineering and analytical acumen to develop complex solutions and build credibility.
• Experience working on complex projects and interdisciplinary teams of professionals.

Nice To Haves

• PE or CEM is preferred.
• Additional project development, engineering, and energy related professional certifications are a plus (e.g. LEED-AP, CEM, DBIA, etc.)
• Experience in Public Sector energy engineering with hospitals, pharmaceuticals, research laboratories, commercial offices, and higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver targets as an On-site Energy Manager at various buildings.
• Conduct and oversee site visits, inspections, and assessments of mechanical systems.
• Develop and implement energy projects for our clients. This includes but is not limited to leading a team to complete: Project identification and Feasibility, Scope of Work Development, Project Budgeting, Energy Modeling and Analysis, Utility Analysis, Financial Analysis.
• Troubleshoot and oversee system performance verification on a continuous basis while setting up procedures to scale this task.
• Collaborate with contractors and vendors to ensure correct installation and operation of building automation systems and HVAC equipment.
• Support retro-commissioning by analyzing existing systems, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending corrective actions.
• Document and resolve deficiencies with contractors and facility staff.
• Lead retro-commissioning team activities for HVAC, lighting, controls, and building automation systems.
• Develop and implement retro-commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, and functional test procedures.
• Use data acquisition and analytics to optimize energy usage and performance.
• Apply modeling tools and simulations to support control strategies and benchmarking.
• Lead project engineering teams in energy modeling and engineering report development for specified optimization of building automation and control systems (BAS/BMS) in client facilities.
• Review design documents for constructability, energy performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide commissioning input during design to align with Enica’s performance and sustainability standards.
• Participate in factory witness testing, submittal reviews, and inspections.
• Support project managers with RFIs, punch lists, and project closeout.
• Produce system schematics, wiring diagrams, logic narratives, manuals, as-builts, and training guides.
• Deliver training to clients and internal teams.
• Meet with clients regularly to understand goals, provide guidance, and present recommendations clearly.
• Build strong relationships to support repeat business and new opportunities.
• Deliver presentations and reports that communicate future energy projects that deliver savings and client success, performance gaps, and corrective actions.
• Support sales with technical input, scope development, and budget estimates.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure cohesive execution.
• Review vendor/subcontractor deliverables, submittments, and change requests.
• Perform QA for several types of deliverables – i.e., audit the QC of the reviewers.

Benefits

• Willdan is an equal opportunity employer.
• Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated.
• Willdan Energy Solutions participates in E-Verify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior