Energy Engineer

Bold thinking leads to transformative change. The world needs big ideas to solve our climate, affordability, and equity crises. That’s where you come in. Align your career with greater purpose at McKinstry.  

As a national leader in designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining high-performing buildings, McKinstry provides a single point of accountability across the entire building lifecycle, from new construction and ongoing operations to adaptive reuse, energy retrofits, and advanced renewable energy systems. We get up every day to transform the built environment for the betterment of our clients and our communities.  

Never satisfied, we are compelled by our values to eliminate barriers standing in the way of a better-built environment. We design, build, optimize and maintain high-performing facilities.

Here's where you come in: 

We are currently seeking a Building Energy Engineer to join our team as a member of our growing Energy Midwest region. Our Building Energy Engineers help identify and analyze Energy Efficiency Measures in existing and new commercial facilities. 

You're great at: 

Analysis: 

• Quantify facility improvement measures including electrical, mechanical, control, water, wastewater, envelope, solid waste, irrigation, and lighting systems. 

• Perform utility and benchmarking analysis.

• Perform calculations using modeling software, spreadsheets, and utility calculation tools. 

• Perform schematic design for building mechanical and lighting systems including drawings and layout and written scope narratives. 

Project Management: 

• Coordinate with the Design team on measure feasibility, the basis of design, and scope of work development. 

• Prepare Project Risk Reviews for Energy Calculations prior to presenting ROM or Final savings. 

• May support performance assurance team with energy analysis in Measurement and Verification reports. 

• Support construction and commissioning teams during/after construction to solve issues related to facility improvement measures performance. 

• Work closely with the Performance Assurance Specialist in developing the Measurement and Verification Process and Protocols to be used for performance validation. 

• Establish Key Performance Indicators and key factors to be used in the Measurement and Verification Phase (in conjunction with the Performance Assurance Specialist.) 

Communication: 

• Communicate with local utility representatives to assist in the collection of utility bill information, rebates and incentives. 

• Demonstrate proficiency at writing, reviewing, and editing technical documentation. 

• Perform other duties as assigned 

What we would like to see from you:  

• Demonstrated proficiency in all the responsibilities of a Building Energy Analyst required. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, architectural engineering, engineering, or related field required. 

• Understanding of Energy Services Performance Contracting preferred. 

• Understanding of calculation methods including degree-day method, bin method, hourly simulation, lighting, affinity laws, and electrical load and power calculations required. 

• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely, in writing and verbally required. 

• EMIT professional designation required. 

• CEM professional designation preferred. 

• Two (2) years Energy Auditor, Commissioning, HVAC design, or building controls experience preferred. 

• Knowledge of IPMVP and FEMP requirements, financing options and utility incentives, project performance tracking and results evaluation, and energy tracking and modeling software preferred. 

Why McKinstry: 

Transformational change requires bold action. We must decarbonize our buildings and energy assets to combat climate change. We must tackle the affordability crisis by innovating waste out of our supply chain and dramatically cutting costs through improved productivity. We must deliver equitable outcomes to ensure healthy, high-performing buildings for all. Together, Building a Thriving Planet. 

More than just words on a wall, our values speak to who we are, the ideals we hold in high esteem, and the behaviors that demonstrate our unique culture. Action for Impact is our plan for transformative change. We look to make a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability, and equity crises head-on. 

Building a collective commitment: Our values demand that we take accountability for diversity, equity, and inclusion. No single individual or organization can stem the tide of inequity alone. We must work together 

People represent our most valued asset. By investing in our employees, we are also investing in the ongoing success of our company. We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive, PeopleFirst benefits package to promote health and wellness, enhance work/life balance and ensure long-term stability for our employees and their families. Some of these benefits include: 

• A robust internal mobility program to help you develop your career 

• Competitive pay backed by 401(k) and profit-sharing plans. 

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, vision, and dental. 

• Orca Card and free parking 

• Business mileage reimbursement and/or electric fleet vehicles for business travel and meetings 

• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave. 

• Adoption and IVF assistance. 

• Paid time off. 

• McKinstry University training and development. 

• McKinstry wellness programs and on-site gyms. 

• Community service and employee-directed charitable giving.  

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.  

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.   

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.  

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