Energy Engineer

Elara Engineering is seeking an energy engineer who is passionate about providing energy efficiency and sustainability expertise to our clients and projects. This position will support the company’s product offerings with specific emphasis on performing conceptual engineering design, developing energy audits/analyses, creating and analyzing energy models, performing energy benchmarking, and preparing post-implementation analyses confirming actual weather normalized energy savings. This position will additionally support incentive program applications and LEED submissions of Elara projects. The selected individual will receive sufficient training to ensure successful integration into the Building Performance Studio.

  • Basic understanding of Architectural and MEP plans and data collection knowledge.
  • Passion for learning HVAC systems operation as well as conceptual engineering and energy auditing processes.
  • Passion for energy efficiency and/or sustainable design.
  • Organized and collaborative with high attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively with a team and independently while managing multiple projects.
  • Must be able to write a professional and technical report.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team and independently while managing multiple projects.
  • Preferred:
    • DOE Industrial Assessment Center Program or relevant experience.
    • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software.
    • Basic knowledge of building codes/certifications such as ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, LEED, Energy Star etc.
SALARY & BENEFITS:     $65,000 – $80,000

Full-time offered positions include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer program, mentorship program, flexible in-office schedule and Flex Fridays, and bonuses based on personal and company performance.

LOCATION:     Chicago or Hillside Office

Hybrid Work Schedule and Flex Fridays

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:     Entry Level
ELARA TEAM:     Building Performance

APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

This field is hidden when viewing the form
Applicant Name
Max. file size: 50 MB.