Solutions Development Energy Engineer

Summary

Join Budderfly, a fast-growing energy management company, and become our next Energy Engineer. In this critical role, you will lead the development of tailored HVAC and refrigeration energy solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards and utility incentives. You will conduct site assessments, design scalable energy solutions, and analyze energy consumption data. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a commitment to energy efficiency innovation. Budderfly offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and disability insurance, along with career advancement opportunities in a supportive environment.

Requirements

• BS or MS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering fields
• 5+ years of experience in energy efficiency, HVAC system design, or related fields
• HVAC experience is a must, with strong expertise in HVAC/R technology, including RTUs, Kitchen Exhaust Systems, and other high-efficiency solutions
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, International Mechanical Code, and relevant energy regulations
• Experience designing and implementing energy conservation measures (ECMs) in commercial buildings
• Ability to develop custom energy models and tools for savings calculations and incentive applications
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in energy data analysis and verification methodologies
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to work across multiple teams
• Proficiency in MS Office, with the ability to learn and utilize energy modeling software

Responsibilities

• Lead research and evaluation of emerging third-party energy efficiency solutions for regional customer locations
• Develop and optimize HVAC, refrigeration, and building energy efficiency strategies to maximize operational efficiency
• Conduct and oversee site assessments to evaluate conditions for implementing new energy-saving pilot projects
• Design and implement scalable energy solutions tailored to customer needs while ensuring compliance with incentive programs
• Develop and refine engineering calculation tools for evaluating performance and securing utility incentives
• Identify, test, and recommend energy-saving technologies, ensuring integration into existing building systems
• Provide technical guidance on energy-related design, audits, and construction issues to drive continuous improvement
• Analyze pre- and post-installation energy consumption using EM&V methodologies to validate energy savings
• Document findings and best practices from energy efficiency projects to enhance future project success
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, implementation, and operations, to align engineering efforts with company goals

Preferred Qualifications

• VRF Heat Pump Systems experience preferred
• Professional certifications such as CEM, LEED AP, or PE license are a plus
• Travel to sites would be around 20%

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vison, 401K, life insurance, and disability insurance
• Opportunity to work as part of a team that values its members and works together to achieve positive change
• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing, supportive company environment