Project Engineer – Energy & Commissioning

Project Engineer (Energy & Commissioning)

About Us

At Crete United, we’re building the nation’s most respected network of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) service providers. Our partner companies deliver critical building solutions that improve efficiency, sustainability, and performance in commercial and industrial facilities nationwide.

Emerald Built Environments, a Crete United company, is seeking a Project Engineer – Energy & Commissioning to join our growing technical services team. This role is an exciting opportunity for an engineer with commissioning, energy audit, and MEP project expertise who is ready to make an impact on how facilities perform.

The Opportunity

As a Project Engineer (Energy/Cx), you’ll coordinate and manage commissioning and energy-related projects from start to finish. You’ll be on the ground—performing site visits, construction phase activities, energy modeling, and functional performance testing—while also contributing to project documentation, sustainable certification requirements, and technical development initiatives.

This is a remote role with regular travel (approximately 10–12 days per month, typically 2–3 days per week). You’ll work directly with project teams, clients, and contractors, ensuring our projects meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support commissioning and energy projects, including workflow planning, site visits, testing, and reporting.
• Conduct energy audits, facility assessments, and building performance analysis.
• Review design drawings and specifications, and develop commissioning testing plans.
• Prepare documentation for sustainable certification programs (LEED, WELL, ENERGY STAR).
• Perform functional performance testing, retro-commissioning, and construction phase observation.
• Contribute to Emerald’s internal knowledge base (QA/QC forms, templates, learning modules).
• Recommend materials, equipment, and best practices to optimize project performance.
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BSME/BSEE preferred).
• 5 years’ experience in commissioning, energy audits, or MEP engineering.
  
  
  

Certifications

• CxA (Commissioning Authority) or CEM (Certified Energy Manager) required (or ability to achieve within 6 months).
• LEED AP or equivalent sustainability credential strongly preferred.
  
  
  

Technical Skills

• Energy modeling experience (Trane Trace 3D Plus, eQUEST, IES VE, etc.).
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE 90.1 and commissioning guidelines.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit for design review.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  
  
  

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Clear communicator with ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in both office and field environments.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Team player with adaptability and client-service focus.
  
  
  

Why Join Us

• Competitive Compensation: $90,000 – $115,000 base (DOE) performance bonus full benefits.
• Travel Per Diem & Expenses Covered.
• Professional Development: Support for certifications (CxA, CEM, LEED AP, ASHRAE memberships).
• Growth & Impact: Work with a national MEP platform that is transforming how built environments come to life.
  
  
  

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career and play a critical role in advancing building efficiency and sustainability, we want to hear from you.

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