Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Energy Engineer US (Remote)
at GreenGen
🏢 About GreenGen
GreenGen is uniquely positioned at the intersection of sustainability and practical engineering, focusing specifically on accelerating sustainable building practices to reduce global carbon emissions. Unlike general consulting firms, they specialize in actionable energy efficiency solutions for commercial facilities, making them a leader in the clean energy transition with a clear mission-driven focus.
About This Role
As a Senior Energy Engineer at GreenGen, you'll conduct onsite facility assessments across North America to identify energy-saving opportunities in commercial buildings. This role directly impacts clients' carbon footprints by analyzing HVAC, electrical, and control systems to provide expert recommendations for renovations and efficiency improvements, making it crucial for achieving GreenGen's mission of cleaner energy solutions.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve analyzing building system data collected during recent onsite assessments, preparing energy efficiency recommendations for client facilities, and collaborating remotely with project teams to develop conceptual engineering designs. Between site visits, you'll be evaluating HVAC configurations and operational data to identify optimization opportunities while balancing cost considerations for building renovations.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who GreenGen Is Looking For
- Has 6-10 years of hands-on experience diagnosing and solving mechanical system problems in commercial facilities, not just theoretical knowledge
- Demonstrates advanced practical knowledge of ASHRAE 90.1 Standard and can apply it to real-world building assessments
- Possesses a background in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Building Science with field experience in energy audits
- Can travel for onsite assessments throughout North America while working remotely between site visits
📝 Tips for Applying to GreenGen
Quantify your experience with commercial building energy assessments - mention specific projects where you identified efficiency opportunities and the resulting energy savings
Highlight any direct experience with ASHRAE 90.1 Standard implementation in your resume's bullet points, not just listing it as a skill
Include examples of onsite facility assessments you've conducted, specifying building types and regions to match their North American focus
Demonstrate understanding of GreenGen's mission by connecting your experience to carbon reduction goals in your cover letter
If you have the 7+ years of related experience instead of the degree, clearly document your progression and specific projects to compensate
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Connect your experience with commercial facility assessments directly to GreenGen's mission of accelerating sustainable building practices", 'Provide specific examples of identifying and correcting mechanical system problems in buildings similar to their client base', "Demonstrate how you've used ASHRAE 90.1 Standard in practical applications to optimize energy efficiency", 'Show your ability to establish renovation priorities and assess feasibility of solutions, not just identify problems']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Research GreenGen's specific client types and projects mentioned in their case studies or portfolio
- → Understand their approach to sustainable building practices beyond just energy efficiency
- → Look into their team structure and how senior engineers contribute to project delivery
- → Review recent industry developments in commercial building energy standards that might affect their work
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Focusing only on residential energy experience when this role specifically requires commercial facility expertise
- Listing ASHRAE 90.1 as a skill without providing concrete examples of its application in your work
- Applying with a generic energy engineering background without tailoring your experience to onsite assessments and practical problem-solving
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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