Building Energy Engineer

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions.

We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through :

renewables and energy services

engineering and design

construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry :

We are currently seeking a Senior Building Energy Engineer to join McKinstry as a member of our growing Technical Services team in the Midwest located in Madison, WI .

McKinstry supports clients and their facilities throughout the life of a building; the Technical Service team specifically focuses on the optimization and energy efficiency of existing buildings with a uniquely technical consultative approach.

We work directly with owners to help them make effective decisions that improve the efficiency, comfort for occupants and lifespan of their buildings.

In this role, you will apply energy use data from facilities to drive operational efficiency as part of our Energy Management consulting services.

You will leverage experience in problem solving, systems analysis, data analysis and communication to drive sustainability and efficiency for schools, hospitals, and other large impact facilities.

Communication and collaboration are a large part of this role, as you will be supporting a variety of projects and interface with a wide array of stakeholders.

Your role will support delivery teams with data analysis and technical recommendations, building actionable reports and presenting them to clients.

This role also has a heavy sustainability education and communication interface with school green teams and leadership groups to connect the energy efficiency program to building occupants.

If you are passionate about driving sustainability in the built environment and want to make an impact with your technical expertise, this role may be the one for you.

We are excited to hear from you in the hopes to bring you on not only as a steward of McKinstry but an invaluable member of our team.

As a Senior Energy Engineer, you will :

Job Duties, under the direction of senior engineers or project managers :

• Support data analysis and system troubleshooting to drive savings and optimization of mechanical, control, water, wastewater, envelope, solid waste, irrigation, and lighting systems.
• Perform building operations analysis, including calculations using Excel spreadsheets, and utility calculation tools.
• Support analysis that drive optimization of energy, emissions and energy performance and customer implementation. Implementation of energy education and behavior sustainability program outreach to K-12 school and university clients.
• Support the identification, implementation, and engagement of building occupants on opportunities for increasing energy awareness, environmental stewardship, and utility cost reduction strategies.
• Support a social context that leads to energy- and resource-conserving behavior; deliver credible, understandable messages that influence beliefs and encourage habit change.
• Present program progress, energy savings to stakeholder groups of 5-150.
• Support site walks and onsite data collection.
• Create basic documentation for client reports.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry :

• BA / BS degree in Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, Environmental Science, Education, Technical Communications or equivalent field of study or equivalent work experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communications experience desired.
• Self-starter, ability to be productive independently with direction.
• Passion for energy conservation and sustainability.
• Creative, problem-solver with a customer service mindset.
• Knowledge and experience in energy conservation, energy efficiency, sustainability principles, and HVAC preferred.
• Open to learning about energy efficiency and management.
• Data analysis skills desired.
• Energy Management and Sustainability Professional designations are a plus but not required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) professional certification is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
• Interest in growing understanding energy use, sustainability, and operational optimization in buildings

PeopleFirst Benefits :

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered :

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry and we go beyond the basic benefits with :

Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Transgender inclusive benefits

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Building Good paid community service time

Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University

McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $76,320 - $109,980 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Base pay information is based on market location.