Energy Jobs in New Jersey
Energy jobs in New Jersey are open across Kearny, Princeton, and Edison and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Thea Energy, NRG Energy, and WTEC Energy hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About NORESCO:
NORESCO’s Sustainability Services consulting group offers a full suite of energy, decarbonization, and sustainable services, including energy auditing, new building commissioning and retro-commissioning, energy & daylighting analysis, building certification consulting (including LEED®, WELL, Fitwel, Green Globes, ENERGY STAR), and sustainability and climate action master planning.
As part of one of the largest energy services companies in the U.S., NORESCO’s consulting group can coordinate and collaborate with its internal design-build and performance-based contracting teams as they deliver energy and maintenance savings and significant infrastructure upgrades to existing facilities. This intercompany synergy provides exposure to a vast array of clients and project types and allows for continual personal and professional growth.
What makes NORESCO unique is our ability to provide clients with a full suite of building solutions, from consulting services to engineering and implementation of turnkey energy solutions that meet each customer’s individual needs. At NORESCO, we pride ourselves on the excellent relationships we maintain with our customers. We earn their respect with our technical aptitude and maintain our relationships through listening and providing custom-tailored solutions to address their needs and concerns. These relationships, along with pursuing and hiring the most qualified people, are truly why NORESCO is a leader in the energy industry.
About This Role
As an Energy Engineer I with NORESCO, you will have the ability to build upon your prior experience to:
- Play a key role in performing energy audits (ASHRAE Level 1 through investment grade), for clients spanning all industries, including commercial, industrial, lab, pharmaceutical, healthcare, higher education, and municipal/county government sectors
Key Responsibilities:
- Fine-tune a comprehensive understanding of common and complex building systems
- Identify and strategically recommend new and innovative energy and carbon reducing measures to meet individual client’s goals and objectives
- Inventory greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and establish energy and GHG baselines, compare to local and industry thresholds
- Become proficient in performing calculations to quantify and report on annual energy/cost savings and GHG reductions
- Develop budget quality project cost estimates
- Utilize our vast array of calibrated testing equipment to perform hands-on retro-commissioning field-testing activities
- Through this experience, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of system operating conditions while:
- Developing decarbonization and electrification strategic plans and evaluating innovative technologies
- Assessing renewable and energy efficiency solutions, including solar PV, wind, micro-cogeneration, geothermal, biomass, and thermal storage systems
- Preparing clear, creative technical reports for diverse audiences
- Strengthening your technical, communication, and leadership skills
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Building effective and positive relationships both internally and across the industry
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25% travel, including same day visits to Client Sites
Required Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience conducting Energy audits, including development of project cost estimates and annual energy/cost savings calculations
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Due to contractual requirements associated with this position, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CEM/CEA/EBCP/CBCP from Association of Energy Engineers; ASHRAE Commissioning
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental or Facilities Engineering
- Interest and excitement in the field of decarbonization, electrification and sustainability.
- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and business relationships
- Retro-commissioning, commissioning, and technical feasibility study experience
- Experience with operation and/or design and/or construction of HVAC systems, boilers and steam systems, chilled water plants and pumping systems, compressed air systems, electrical systems, cogeneration plants, and building controls/energy management systems
- Experience with testing equipment (balometers, anemometers, ultrasonic flow meters, temperature loggers, electrical meters, and others) a plus
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $64,500.00 - $129,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.
Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
- Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
- Retirement Benefits
- Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
- Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier 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, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 17 June 2026
Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
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Use of AI
Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.
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Energy Job Market in New Jersey
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Who's Hiring
- Thea Energy22

- NRG Energy13

- WTEC Energy5

- Albireo Energy4

- Crane ChemPharma & Energy3

Top Industries Hiring
- Energy19
- Electronics & Hardware13
- Consulting & Professional Services12
- Technology & Software8
- Government & Public Sector6
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in energy jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
- Experience with energy management systems, SCADA, or grid operations software
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification for field or plant-based roles
- Familiarity with NERC reliability standards or EPA environmental compliance requirements
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required for senior engineering positions
- Experience with project management in capital-intensive infrastructure or generation environments
Energy Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How many energy jobs are there in New Jersey?
There are 68+ energy openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Kearny, Princeton, and Edison. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.
Which New Jersey cities have the most energy jobs?
Kearny, Princeton, and Edison have the most energy openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire energys in New Jersey?
Employers hiring energys in New Jersey include Thea Energy, NRG Energy, and WTEC Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote energy jobs in New Jersey?
Yes. About 28% of energy openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.
How do I apply for energy jobs in New Jersey?
You can apply to energy jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.
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