Energy engineer Jobs in New Orleans, LA

Energy Engineer PE I
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Pay: $115,000 - $135,000
Location: Chicago, IL and Newark, NJ
Schedule: Onsite (Hybrid/Remote flexibility)
Travel Requirements: 5–10% to project sites within the state
Overview
The Energy Engineer PE I evaluates, designs, and verifies energy-efficiency solutions for commercial buildings and campuses. Acting as Engineer of Record, the role leads energy audits, models building performance, and develops measurement-and-verification (M&V) plans that drive cost savings and sustainability for clients.
Responsibilities
Energy Procurement & Analytics:

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  Collect and analyze utility-consumption data; research rate structures and deregulated-market trends.
  
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  Develop utility budgets and identify supply-side cost-reduction opportunities.
  
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  Maintain knowledge of rebate and incentive programs to maximize project ROI.
  

Energy Auditing & Modeling:

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  Conduct ASHRAE-level audits to assess existing MEP systems and identify conservation measures.
  
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  Build engineering-based energy models to simulate proposed improvements; perform life-cycle cost analyses.
  
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  Draft comprehensive audit reports and present findings to stakeholders.
  

Measurement & Verification (M&V):

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  Create IPMVP-compliant M&V plans; establish energy baselines using regression analysis.
  
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  Coordinate with project teams to implement metering strategies and verify post-implementation savings.
  
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  Develop dashboards and periodic performance reports.
  

Remote Monitoring & Continuous Improvement:

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  Review building-automation and weather data to detect operational anomalies.
  
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  Recommend corrective actions to optimize energy, comfort, and code compliance.
  

Client Engagement & Mentoring:

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  Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, contractors, and utility representatives.
  
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  Mentor Energy Analysts and foster a culture of technical excellence.
  

Qualifications
Required

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  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  
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  EIT plus 4 years of experience under a PE.
  
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  4–7 years of experience in energy analysis, utility data evaluation, and energy-savings projects.
  
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  Proficiency in advanced Excel and other MS 365 tools.
  
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  Strong analytical, programming, and communication skills; ability to juggle multiple projects.
  

Preferred

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  Active PE license.
  
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  Experience with energy-modeling software, building-automation systems, and data-analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Python).
  
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  AEE certifications such as CEM, CMVP, CEP, CEA, EEP, or BEP.
  

Benefits

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  Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  
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  Life, accident, and disability coverage.
  
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  401(k) retirement plan.