A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Facilities) or a related quantitative degree.
1–3 years of experience in measurement and verification, energy analytics, utility program implementation, or energy engineering, including at least one internship, co-op, or full-time role.
Working knowledge of IPMVP, ASHRAE Guideline 14, and FEMP M&V Guidelines.
Experience with regression analysis and weather normalization, such as NMECR, CalTRACK, ECAM, or equivalent methods.
Strong Excel skills.
Understanding of HVAC, lighting, controls, and renewable systems.
Familiarity with utility tariffs, interval data formats (Green Button, ESPI), and BAS trend extraction.
Ability to travel throughout the United States as required by project workload.
Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
Ability to multitask, pay attention to detail, and work independently and within a team environment.
Responsibilities
Develop project-specific measurement and verification plans following IPMVP Options A, B, C, and D, tailored to project scope, savings magnitude, and program requirements.
Collect, clean, and analyze pre-retrofit utility bill data, sub-metered data, building automation system trends, and operating schedules to develop defensible baseline models.
Identify required metering points; specify and source data loggers and meters; coordinate installation; and validate incoming data streams for quality.
Conduct site visits and spot measurements to verify equipment installation, operating conditions, and as-found schedules, and document commissioning or operational issues affecting savings.
Build whole-building, hour-of-week, and change-point regression models, and perform engineering calculations to quantify energy, demand, and cost savings, including weather normalization where applicable.
Produce baseline reports, savings reports, and annual reconciliation reports for clients, utilities, and program administrators, communicating methodology, assumptions, and uncertainty.
Prepare utility incentive application packages, respond to program reviewer comments, and support performance guarantees on Energy Savings Performance Contract projects.
Use Excel, Python, R, or other tools to process large utility and interval datasets, applying statistical techniques such as regression, residual analysis, and outlier detection.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with Python, R, or SQL.
Experience with large commercial and multi-family buildings.
An EIT, CMVP, or CEM credential, or willingness to obtain one within the first year.
Position Overview
Harris Energy Solutions, LLC (HES) is a nationwide Energy Consulting Services firm. HES offers a full suite of consulting services, including Building Energy Modeling, Renewable Energy Consulting, Master Planning, Energy Audit, Building Commissioning, Measurement and Verification, and Building Retro-Commissioning. We pride ourselves on the work we perform and the services we provide. HES is hiring an Energy Engineer specializing in Measurement and Verification (M&V) to join our team.
The Energy Engineer (Measurement and Verification, or M&V) will plan and execute M&V activities to quantify energy and demand savings for retrofit projects, utility incentive programs, and Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs). This role focuses on rigorous, defensible savings calculations in accordance with IPMVP and program-specific protocols.
Responsibilities
Develop M&V Plans: Author project-specific M&V plans following IPMVP Options A, B, C, and D, tailored to project scope, savings magnitude, and program requirements.
Establish Baselines: Collect, clean, and analyze pre-retrofit utility bill data, sub-metered data, BAS trends, and operating schedules to develop defensible baseline models.
Specify and Oversee Metering: Identify required metering points, specify and source data loggers and meters, coordinate installation, and validate incoming data streams for quality.
Perform Post-Installation Verification: Conduct site visits and spot measurements to verify equipment installation, operating conditions, and as-found schedules; document any commissioning or operational issues affecting savings.
Calculate Verified Savings: Build regression models (whole-building, hour-of-week, change-point) and engineering calculations to quantify energy, demand, and cost savings, including weather normalization where applicable.
Author M&V Reports: Produce baseline reports, savings reports, and annual reconciliation reports for clients, utilities, and program administrators; clearly communicate methodology, assumptions, and uncertainty.
Support Utility Incentive and ESPC Programs: Prepare incentive application packages, respond to program reviewer comments, and support performance guarantees on ESPC projects.
Data Analysis and Tooling: Use Excel, Python, R, or other tools to process large utility and interval datasets; apply statistical techniques such as regression, residual analysis, and outlier detection.
Requirements
Bachelor's in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Facilities) or related quantitative degree
1-3 years of experience in M&V, energy analytics, utility program implementation, or energy engineering, including at least one internship, co-op, or full-time role
Working knowledge of IPMVP, ASHRAE Guideline 14, and FEMP M&V Guidelines
Experience with regression analysis and weather normalization (e.g., NMECR, CalTRACK, ECAM, or equivalent methods)
Strong Excel skills required; experience with Python, R, or SQL preferred
Understanding of HVAC, lighting, controls, and renewable systems
Familiarity with utility tariffs, interval data formats (Green Button, ESPI), and BAS trend extraction
Experience with large commercial and multi-family buildings preferred but not necessary
EIT, CMVP, or CEM credential preferred (or willingness to obtain within first year)
Travel throughout the United States as required by project workload
Personal Qualifications
Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills
Passionate about mitigating climate change
Collaborative and a strong team player
Self-motivated with the ability to multitask and pay attention to detail
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Enthusiasm to learn and grow as a professional
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year
Benefits
401(k) (Traditional and Roth options)
401(k) Safe Harbor
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
HSA option
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Profit Share Plan
Company Covered Disability Insurance (LTD, STD)
Company Covered Life Insurance
Company Covered Financial Advising
Schedule
8-hour shift
Hybrid with 3 office days
Work Location: Piscataway, NJ & Whitestone, NY (Hybrid - T/W/Th in office)
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.