Energy Engineering
Principal Energy Engineer
Thornton, CO
$125,000 to $160,000 a year
The employer is an independent energy company with upstream and midstream operations.
We are hiring a Principal Energy Engineer to join our energy engineering team in Thornton. You will set technical direction on projects that matter to our customers. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Thornton location.
What you’ll do
- Conduct energy audits of commercial and industrial facilities
- Run measurement and verification of completed projects
- Design solar PV and battery storage systems
- Model energy-saving measures and calculate payback
- Write reports and present results to clients
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work
- Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Energy Engineering
- 8+ years of relevant professional experience
- Strong spreadsheet and data analysis skills
- Experience with energy modeling tools
- Knowledge of building systems and energy efficiency
- A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery
Nice to have
- CEM or PE certification
- Experience with incentive programs
Compensation and benefits
The pay range for this position in Thornton, CO is $125,000 – $160,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Paid parental leave
- Life insurance
- Wellness stipend
- Commuter benefits
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
