Commissioning Energy Engineer

Commissioning Energy Engineer

EMC Insights is seeking a Senior Commissioning & Energy Management Engineer to support utility-sponsored energy management and commissioning programs throughout New Jersey. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical resource responsible for evaluating building and industrial system performance, identifying operational energy-saving opportunities, reviewing commissioning studies, validating energy savings estimates, and supporting customers through the implementation of energy management strategies.

This role requires a combination of engineering expertise, building systems knowledge, energy analytics capabilities, and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate has experience performing or reviewing Retro-Commissioning (RCx), Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx), Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx), Virtual Commissioning (VCx), Strategic Energy Management (SEM), or related building optimization services.

In this role, you will also be a key technical and field resource, including overseeing engineering staff’s work for our energy efficiency program implementation contracts with utilities to assess the impact of energy efficiency programs, conduct on-site visits at C&I facilities, and work with various stakeholders, including contractors and end-use customers, to review energy savings estimates for large and sometimes complex energy efficiency projects. You will help expand our services to provide a range of measurement and verification (M&V) support to stakeholders. EMC Insights is dedicated to the quality of our work and our client relationships. We offer a casual, friendly working environment, a range of benefits, and competitive salaries.

About EMC Insights:

EMC Insights is a minority-owned energy efficiency and decarbonization consulting firm specializing in utility-sponsored energy management, commissioning, and energy efficiency program implementation. We help utilities, commercial and industrial customers, and service providers identify, implement, and sustain energy savings through data-driven energy management strategies, building optimization, and continuous improvement practices.

If you have a passion for energy efficiency and/or customer service and are looking for a challenge of building something from the ground up, let’s talk!

What You’ll Do

Commissioning and Energy Management

• Lead technical reviews of Retro-Commissioning (RCx), Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx), Virtual Commissioning (VCx), and Strategic Energy Management (SEM) projects.


• Conduct site assessments of commercial and industrial facilities to identify operational and energy performance improvement opportunities.


• Evaluate HVAC, controls, and process systems to identify operational deficiencies and optimization opportunities.


• Analyze Building Automation System (BAS) trend data, interval meter data, submeters, and other operational datasets.


• Review and evaluate building sequences of operation and control strategies.


• Develop recommendations for operational improvements that improve energy efficiency, occupant comfort, equipment reliability, and system performance.


• Support implementation and verification of energy management best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Assist customers in developing long-term energy management plans and operational performance goals.

Technical Analysis and Engineering

• Review engineering calculations associated with commissioning and energy management projects.


• Develop and verify energy savings estimates for operational, behavioral, and low-cost energy efficiency improvements.


• Perform utility billing, interval data, and performance trend analysis.


• Evaluate measurement and verification (M&V) plans and post-installation performance data.


• Review technical reports prepared by engineering firms, commissioning providers, and trade allies.


• Verify persistence and sustainability of energy savings through ongoing monitoring and analysis.


• Develop technical guidance, calculators, templates, and engineering tools to support program delivery.

Program Delivery and Client Support

• Work directly with building owners, facility managers, energy managers, engineering firms, controls contractors, and service providers.


• Serve as a technical advisor to utility clients and program stakeholders.


• Mentor and provide technical oversight to junior engineering staff.


• Support quality assurance and quality control reviews of technical deliverables.


• Participate in program design improvements and development of new commissioning and energy management offerings.


• Deliver technical presentations and training sessions to customers and program partners.


• Maintain project schedules and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

What You Bring with You/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following:


• Retro-Commissioning (RCx)


• Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx)


• Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx)


• Virtual Commissioning (VCx)


• Building Optimization


• Building Analytics


• Strategic Energy Management (SEM)


• Facility Energy Management


• Energy Engineering Consulting


• Controls System Optimization


• Strong understanding of commercial and industrial building systems.


• Experience with HVAC systems, central plants, controls systems, and building operations.


• Experience reviewing technical reports and energy savings calculations.


• Strong written communication and technical reporting skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a client-facing environment.


• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout New Jersey.

Preferred:

• 7+ years of commissioning, energy management, or building optimization experience.


• Experience supporting utility-sponsored energy efficiency or energy management programs.


• Experience evaluating and troubleshooting:


• Air handling systems


• Chilled water systems


• Hot water systems


• Steam systems


• Variable frequency drives


• Building automation systems


• Industrial process systems


• Experience with energy metering, submetering, and data acquisition systems.


• Familiarity with ASHRAE Guideline 0 and Guideline 36 concepts.


• Experience supporting SEM initiatives, energy teams, organizational change efforts, and continuous improvement programs.


• Experience developing and implementing Measurement and Verification (M&V) plans.


• CEM, CMVP, and/or CBCP certification


• Affiliations with ASHRAE, IEEE, and other relevant industry organizations


• Experience/expertise with data analytics in Excel is required


• Advanced expertise with macros, VBA, or other data analytics platforms such as Python or R

What You Will Get in Return:

• Engaging work environment


• Competitive salary based on qualifications


• Flexible personal time off, 10 holidays, including two flex holidays


• Maternity/Paternity paid leave


• 401(k) Plan


• Medical, vision, and dental insurance


• Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance


• Reimbursement for professional development training or certification

Employment with EMC Insights is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

Compensation Range

$100,000 - $130,000 (Currency – USD)