Energy Engineer II

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt
Location: Wilmington, DE
Hiring Rate: $75,000 – $100,000 per year, dependent on experience and education

New Ecology, Inc. is seeking an engineering candidate with 3–5 years of experience for the position of Energy Engineer 2. The successful candidate will primarily work out of NEI’s Wilmington, DE office. This position is part of our growing Decarbonization Division, which 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, developing scopes of work for improvement, estimating savings and cost, predicting compliance with regulations, assisting with implementation tasks, and more.

The Energy Engineer 2 will provide technical and construction management support to decarbonization projects in the Mid‑Atlantic region, requiring travel to client sites primarily in Delaware. Required skills include written and oral communications, comprehension of utility data and use thereof, building systems and energy auditing processes. The role involves program planning, ensuring services and results are delivered in compliance with utility programs and client expectations, conducting energy audits, exploring upgrades, preparing scopes of work, evaluating competitive bids, conducting post‑installation inspections, and assisting in emerging decarbonization planning services.

A mechanical engineering or related degree and experience with HVAC systems is required.

• Conduct ASHRAE energy audits, including site assessments of mechanical, plumbing, electrical systems and building enclosures.
• Prepare and deliver written audit reports.
• Analyze energy usage and calculate savings using spreadsheet or energy modeling tools.
• Develop recommendations for energy‑efficient upgrades to building envelopes, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, appliances, on‑site power generation, and other energy and water systems.
• Estimate implementation costs and conduct cost‑benefit analysis of upgrades.
• Conduct quality control inspections of completed projects, preparing site visit reports 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.

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in energy efficiency, HVAC design, or energy auditing.
• Experience in evaluating 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 handling equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• A valid driver’s license.

• EIT or PE, preferred.
• Certifications such as CEM, BPI Multifamily, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of multifamily residential construction and building systems.
• Experience in construction or home performance contracting.
• Experience interfacing with contractors, coordinating roles and responsibilities, and addressing questions regarding implementation of high‑performance construction and retrofit projects.
• Experience with energy modeling software.
• 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.

Full‑time, Exempt (40 hours per week, M‑F,…