SENIOR ENERGY ENGINEER

Brightline Group is hiring a Senior Energy Engineer for a full-time role focused on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability. The position involves research, analysis, project management, and client relations, requiring a minimum of five years of relevant experience. The job is based near South Toms River, NJ, with a hybrid remote and in-office schedule. Applicants must be U.S. Permanent Residents or Citizens, and some travel may be required.
BrightLine Group is seeking to hire a senior engineer with experience in energy efficiency, renewable energy, distributed energy resources, and sustainability. We’re looking for someone who wants to apply their technical abilities to solve hard problems and is motivated to dig in. As a small and growing business, we need team members who are flexible and interested in contributing to the group in multiple and creative ways. JOB DESCRIPTION Full-time senior engineer for research and analysis in energy efficiency and sustainability. Primary responsibilities will be studying the performance of energy efficiency and renewable energy projects and programs and supporting utility companies in the planning and design of future energy efficiency, demand response and sustainability customer offerings. This position provides opportunities for independence, advancement and progressively increasing responsibility. This position will be based near Toms River, New Jersey, with a hybrid remote and in-office schedule. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Permanent Resident or U.S. Citizen. Some in-state and out-of-state travel may be required, depending on specific project needs. PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS Research energy consumption and energy efficiency at a variety of levels, from end use equipment to grid-level impacts. Conduct site visits to verify measure installation and functionality. Calculate and verify electric and natural gas energy savings using TRM-based and custom savings algorithms. Project management, including client relations and project execution and budgeting. Utilize engineering techniques such as energy performance modeling, building simulation software, on-site data observations, interviews and metering. Support market characterization studies and cost-effectiveness analysis through software tools and data collection that identify potential energy efficiency opportunities. Provide oversight, training, and quality control for junior-level staff. Communicate findings internally and externally through written reports and presentations. REQUIRED SKILLS &IFICATIONS Five or more years of professional work experience with a bachelors or masters degree in relevant civil, mechanical, architectural, environmental or electrical engineering. Experience with energy efficiency consulting, utility-administered demand side management programs, renewable energy, and sustainability. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Energy audit and/or measurement & verification experience in commercial buildings, with advanced understanding of building energy systems. Excellent written, computer and oral communication skills. Alignment with our team’s core values. Valid driver’s license. DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Quantitative and analytical experience, including programming experience in Python, R, or other modern programming language. Experience with utilities in New Jersey or surrounding areas. Familiarity with New Jersey energy policy and framework. Experience utilizing applied statistics, regression analysis, and statistical sampling. Experience with distributed energy resources, electric vehicles, and energy storage. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS BrightLine provides its employees a professional, collaborative, and family-friendly work environment. We provide options for flexible schedules and working remotely. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental insurance plans, performance-based bonus, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching. BrightLine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary range: $90,000 – $110,000 depending on experience BrightLine Group is a woman-owned consulting team based in Colorado and Mississippi with a strong expertise in energy efficiency and utility administered customer programs. We bring a positive and collaborative spirit along with a dedicated work ethic to provide technical solutions and a clear direction forward for our clients. #J-18808-Ljbffr