Description

Position Type: Full-time, exempt

Pay: $79,000 - $105,000 (based on experience).
The full salary range for this role, which includes growth potential over time, is $79,000 – $133,000. However, most new hires are brought on within the posted hiring range

Benefits: 403(b) plan, and matching; Medical coverage; Dental coverage; Vision coverage; 100% paid basic Life insurance; Paid time off; Parental leave; Professional Development Stipend

Work Location: Hybrid; Home and  2 days in-office (Boston). In addition, the role includes on-site client or field visits as needed. Employees are permitted to work from home before or after site visits, depending on scheduling and operational needs.

Position Overview:

New Ecology, Inc. is seeking an engineering candidate with 3-5 years of experience for the position of Energy Engineer II in it's Boston, MA office. This position is part of our growing Decarbonization Division. The Decarbonization Engineering team works with building owners and developers to provide services that reduce carbon emissions and improve building performance, operation, resiliency, and resident health and comfort. Services include benchmarking building energy performance, assessing existing conditions and developing scopes of work for improvement, estimating savings and cost, predicting compliance with regulations, assisting with implementation tasks and more.

The Energy Engineer will provide technical and construction management support to decarbonization projects in the New England region. Work will require travel to client sites primarily in Massachusetts, and skills such as written and oral communications, comprehension of utility data and use thereof, building systems and energy auditing processes. This person will work with the team on program planning and ensuring services and results are delivered in compliance with utility programs. and client expectations. A typical work day may include: meet and interact with facilities managers and contractors on site to conduct energy audits, explore opportunities for upgrades of existing mechanical systems, prepare scopes of work for installation of efficiency upgrades, seek and evaluate competitive bids, conduct post-installation site inspections and verify work is done to specifications. New Ecology will be rolling out an emerging service in New England to help owners plan for decarbonization over time, and this person will assist in that effort. We are seeking a candidate with a mechanical engineering or related degree and experience with HVAC systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to New Ecology, Inc.’s Director of Engineering, the candidate will also collaborate extensively with project managers and other technical staff, as well as client’s staff. Specific tasks will include:

• Conducting ASHRAE energy audits, including site assessments of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems and building enclosures;
• Preparing and delivering written audit reports;
• Analyzing energy usage and calculating savings using spreadsheet or energy modeling tools;
• Developing recommendations for energy efficient upgrades to building envelopes, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, appliances, on-site power generation, and other energy and water systems;
• Estimating implementation costs and conducting cost-benefit analysis of upgrades;
• Conducting quality control inspections of completed projects, including preparation of site visit reports to document project conditions with supporting photo descriptions; 
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and interns, fostering skill development in energy auditing and project management;
• Support training initiatives, including internal knowledge sharing on building science, decarbonization strategies, and efficiency technologies.
  

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field;
• 5 years of experience in energy auditing;
• 3-5 years of experience in energy efficiency and/or HVAC design;
• Experience in evaluation of building mechanical systems and other building systems, HVAC design, and energy efficiency consulting work;
• Understanding of building science, energy-efficient buildings, renewable energy systems, climate change and a curiosity to continually learn more;
• Strong interest in improving building performance to reduce energy use and enhance occupant comfort;
• Physical ability to inspect all aspects of buildings, including accessing basements and roofs, working outside, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to handle and carry equipment up to 40 pounds; 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office;
• A valid driver’s license.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• EIT or PE, preferred
• Certifications such as CEM, BPI Multifamily, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of residential construction and building systems;
• Experience in construction or home performance contracting;
• Experience facilitating bidding and pre-construction meetings with general contractors and subcontractors to review project goals, coordinate roles and responsibilities, and address questions regarding implementation of high-performance construction and retrofit projects;
• Ability to manage time effectively and within project budget constraints;
• Ability to be responsible for projects and deliverables;
• Strong writing skills and experience writing reports for clients;
• Knowledge of utility rebate programs;
• Experience auditing multifamily, and public buildings.
  

About New Ecology:

New Ecology, Inc. (NEI) is a nonprofit organization working at the intersection of climate, housing, and equity. For more than 25 years, NEI has partnered with developers, community-based organizations, and public agencies to deliver high-performance, climate-smart, and resilient affordable housing. Its multidisciplinary team provides technical assistance, program design, and applied research that make sustainable housing accessible to all. NEI’s work reduces energy costs, improves health outcomes, preserves affordability, and builds community resiliency—helping partners move from fixing problems to building systems that last.

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Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter HERE.

NEI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer