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Salas O'Brien

Entry Level Energy Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Salas O'Brien is looking to fill an entry-level Energy Engineer position to support our energy and ... Conduct energy calculations and economic analysis for low-carbon retrofit solutions. * Conduct ...

ARA ADVISERS, LLC

Associate, Energy

Houston, TX

$35K - $47K/yr

... economics support these efforts. Ara Energy has already invested approximately $900 million since its inception. Ara Energy owns ~2,200MW of thermal power generation plants, two ethanol plants with ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level energy economics in the United States is $82,064.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Energy Economics vs Entry Level Energy Policy Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Energy EconomicsEntry Level Energy Policy Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Economics, Energy, or related fieldBachelor's in Public Policy, Economics, or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch firms, energy companies, government agenciesGovernment agencies, think tanks, advocacy groups
Employer & Industry UsageFocuses on economic analysis of energy markets and projectsFocuses on analyzing and developing energy policies and regulations

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Energy Economics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,064 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

Entry Level Energy Engineer

Salas O'Brien, Inc.

Manhattan, NY

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Energy Engineer

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

Salas O’Brien is looking to fill an entry-level Energy Engineer position to support our energy and decarbonization work on a project and portfolio level. Job tasks include supporting energy efficiency, sustainability and decarbonization initiatives to meet carbon reduction goals in the built environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support energy audit and carbon reduction assessments.
  • Perform energy benchmarking and utility analysis.
  • Assist project and senior engineers perform energy, decarbonization and retro-commissioning studies.
  • Conduct energy calculations and economic analysis for low-carbon retrofit solutions.
  • Conduct energy modeling using eQuest and IESVE software.
  • Perform site visits and data collection to document existing conditions.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 0 - 2 years of experience in engineering.
  • EIT Certification preferred but not required with a willingness to obtain in 1-2 years.
  • Interest in building decarbonization.
  • College coursework focused on the built environment and building decarbonization.
  • Should have basic knowledge of New York City climate and carbon-related local laws.

Location: New York City

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $70,000-$85,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, project experience and qualifications.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

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