Energy Engineer

Altanova - Sustainable Strategy & Innovation

Energy Engineer at Altanova focusing on sustainable building design and energy modeling. Collaborating to optimize building performance and support high-performance sustainability goals.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeLong Island City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform energy auditing and commissioning processes for (major) renovation projects and new construction
Develop and refine advanced building energy models to optimize building performance and support sustainability goals with innovative solutions
Collaborate closely with design and construction teams to ensure alignment with energy codes and green building standards
Conduct thorough site inspections, system testing, and performance verification
Interact with our team and clients to provide insightful reports and recommendations to optimize systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Science and Technology, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of combined experience in building systems commissioning and energy modeling
Certifications such as ASHRAE's HBDP, BEMP, BEAP, BCxP, and AEE's CEA, CEM, EBCP are a plus
Proficiency with whole-building energy modeling software such as DesignBuilder, OpenStudio, IES-VE, EnergyPlus, eQuest
Deep understanding of building energy conservation codes, ASHRAE standards, and LEED technical credits
A natural curiosity and drive to understand complex physical systems and their interactions with human behaviors to identify superior energy conservation solutions through technology and design in a practical, impactful manner
Professional Engineer in New York State, or the ability and willingness to secure a license in the next 12 months, is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Exceptional benefits package
Opportunities for rapid professional growth
Recognition and collaborative development in a diverse and inclusive environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

energy auditingbuilding energy modelingsystem testingperformance verificationenergy conservationsustainability solutionsbuilding systems commissioninggreen building standardssite inspectionscomplex physical systems

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationcuriosityproblem-solvinginsightful reportingrecommendation developmentinterpersonal skillsdriveadaptabilitycritical thinking

Certifications

ASHRAE HBDPASHRAE BEMPASHRAE BEAPASHRAE BCxPAEE CEAAEE CEMAEE EBCPProfessional EngineerMechanical Engineering degreeBuilding Science and Technology degree