Energy Engineer

Overview

What You’ll Be Doing

Cadmus seeks an Energy Engineer to join its Energy Services Division.

Cadmus seeks candidates with strong analytical, research, and communication skills, and experience in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a strong technical background from related fields.

Qualified candidates are expected to direct and execute energy projects on behalf of Cadmus’ clients. Typical project activities can include: leading site inspections or investigations; supporting energy audits and decarbonization assessments; deploying temporary monitoring equipment to collect timeseries data; using diagnostic equipment to measure key performance parameters; harvesting trend data from building or equipment control systems; analyzing energy, emissions, financial, or survey data using engineering and statistical methods; and developing deliverables to share findings and recommendations with internal and external clients.

Qualified candidates will also possess excellent communications skills which will support many dimensions of this role. The Energy Engineer will manage peer and junior staff as they support project-specific tasks; monitor project budgets, plans, and deliverables in support of overall project management efforts; develop and present work products to varied audiences including clients, colleagues, conference attendees, and public stakeholders; and generally, collaborate broadly internally and externally.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with exceptional technical, written, and verbal skills, as well as expertise in engineering and energy. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented problem solver with a proven ability to manage themselves, collaborating effectively with clients and colleagues, as they execute complex projects and deliver high-quality work products on-time and on-budget.

Who We Are

Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology-empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.

At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth. 

Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial, industrial, multifamily, and residential site visits to support energy projects. Collect key data and document as-found building conditions using equipment, software, photographs, and forms. Review building equipment and controls systems to understand setpoints, schedules and operating parameters. Use diagnostic tools (e.g., temperature sensors, motor loggers, combustion analyzers, blower doors) to collect key data for demand reduction, energy savings, and emissions analysis. Identify savings opportunities in the field and while reviewing and analyzing data.
• Analyze collected data using analytical techniques and software tools such as MS Excel, Python, or R; identify trends; optimize weather or production-normalized quantitative models; summarize takeaways, events, and impacts.
• Quantify impacts from proposed or implemented energy interventions using engineering or statistical methods, industry software, and reference materials. Evaluate project feasibility with economic analyses like return on investment.
• Support energy projects for a wide variety of technologies including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, exterior envelope, solar photovoltaic (PV), battery energy storage system (BESS), electric vehicle (EV), and specialized process systems (compressed air, commercial kitchen equipment, laboratory systems, etc.).
• Prepare and present findings through written and oral communications, including reports, memos, and presentations; communicate clearly with varied audiences, including clients, community stakeholders, and peers.
• Engage clients (e.g., utilities, municipal, and state agencies) to scope out needs, identify key services or products, build partnerships, and implement energy solutions.
• Manage self effectively, balancing priorities and communicating challenges to leadership; optimize working hours to preserve work-life balance.
• Manage small teams of consultants effectively, providing leadership and direction while monitoring task quality, budget, and timeline; drive effective outcomes and quality deliverables while building community and shared purpose among colleagues.
• Support business development and company growth through positive client relationships, industry outreach and networking, and support of project proposals via budget and written content development.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external parties, including interdisciplinary teams, supervisors and delegates, clients, peer professionals, and members of the public.
• Deliver high-quality work on-time and on-budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, industrial engineering or related field.• Between five (5) to seven (7) years of demonstrated professional experience in the energy sector.• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making capabilities.• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate complicated issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and adapt to changing deadlines in a fast-paced, deliverable-driven environment.• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.• Self-motivated with the initiative to work independently on assignments, learn new skills, and mentor colleagues.• Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.• Willingness for regular travel domestically. Typical trips to client sites may be ½ day or full day and within driving distance. Some trips may require air travel and some trips may extend to 1 or 2 weeks duration. • Valid driver’s license (vehicle ownership not required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering in Training (EIT) credential in mechanical or electrical engineering.• Proficiency in energy simulation modeling (OpenStudio, Energy Plus, eQuest, etc.).• Proficiency in coding with Python, R, and/or SQL.• Experience deploying power metering and data logging equipment.• Electrician license.• AEE Certified Energy Manager or Certified Measurement & Verification Professional certification.• MEP (Mechanical-Electrical-Plumbing) Design experience.• Demand Side Management (DSM) evaluation experience. • Experience with power and energy analysis techniques, including regression models, bin analysis, cross-validation, and parameter tuning/optimization.• Familiarity with project management tools and tactics, such as scheduling software and budget tracking.• Proven ability to self-train through additional training programs and certifications.

Additional Information

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.

Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000. The actual salary will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.

We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.  

Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at:  cadmusgroup.com.