Building Performance Engineer - II

Job Description

Job Description

WORK AUTHORIZATION : Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Steven Winter Associates (SWA) is not sponsoring employment-based visas for this role (e.g., H-1B).

Are You Ready to Make Buildings Actually Work? Are you an engineer who loves solving complex HVAC challenges, improving building systems, and driving real sustainability outcomes?

Join Steven Winter Associates (SWA), a trusted leader in high-performance buildings for over 50 years. We’re an employee-owned firm driven to making buildings more efficient, resilient, and comfortable. Our Building Operations, Decarbonization & Efficiency (BODE) team in New York City is looking for a Building Performance Engineer (Mid-Level) to help transform NYC's performance.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of driving operational efficiency and sustainability for a diverse portfolio of multifamily, commercial, institutional, and community buildings in NYC metro and beyond. You'll leverage your expertise in building commissioning , energy auditing , retrofit implementation , and HVAC systems to reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and advance our firm's environmental stewardship goals.

Salary Range : $70,000 - $100,000 annually (based on years of experience and skills).

Ready to apply? A cover letter is requested for consideration. If you meet at least 75% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. SWA is committed to inclusion and will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

• Applications : Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be invited for a 30-minute technical assessment to evaluate skills. Based on assessment results, selected candidates will be contacted for up to 2-3 rounds of interviews.

What you'll do : You’ll use your engineering expertise to improve energy efficiency and building performance across a wide variety of projects, from multifamily and commercial to institutional and community buildings.

Work on commissioning for new construction and retrofits. Perform benchmarking, energy audits, and retro-commissioning .

Review submittals and codes . Develop testing plans . Inspect installations. Test central plants and terminal units. Analyze trends. Create energy-saving strategies.

Document findings clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences. Ensure compliance . Prepare client reports .

Collaborate with internal teams. Work with project managers, energy modelers, and sustainability consultants. Keep projects aligned and on schedule.

Review engineering calculations . Assess technical feasibility . Ensure projects meet requirements. Maintain proper documentation.

Lead communication with building owners, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors.

Support team development by mentoring junior staff and assisting senior colleagues with proposal and project scope preparation.

What you bring :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Building Science, or a related field.

2+ years of relevant, hands-on experience focused on HVAC systems and building performance in large commercial, institutional, or multi-family buildings.

Hands-on experience with field inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of HVAC, central plant, and related building systems.

Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Familiarity with utility billing analysis , ASHRAE standards , NYC Local Laws related to energy and climate (LLs 84, 87, 95, and 97) .

Why choose SWA?

Be part of an employee-owned company with a strong mission and a 50+ year legacy of impact.

Work on diverse projects that shape a better built environment.

Collaborate with a passionate and knowledgeable team.

A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, and commuter benefits and much more.

Your voice matters at SWA! We are guided by principles of being visionary , fostering camaraderie , taking ownership , thinking holistically , and improving the built environment .

Physical Demands : You'll regularly sit, frequently walk, use your hands for various tasks, reach, and communicate. Fieldwork requires the ability to lift up to 20 pounds, climb stairs, and navigate construction sites. Specific vision abilities including close, distance, color vision, and focus adjustment are necessary.

Travel : Expect occasional overnight travel (less than 10%) and frequent local field visits (estimated 40-50%) within the Office Metro area. A valid and clean driving license is required.

Working Environment : Recent hires may be required to work in-office five days per week during onboarding, with potential for a flexible schedule after necessary training or supervisor approval; all team members are generally expected in the office at least three (3) days per week, with flexibility based on job duties and site work.

EEO Statement : SWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or marital status.

DEI Statement : SWA is a workplace where we are aware and welcoming of the ways in which we are all diverse as evidenced by a culture of listening and understanding. We endeavor to create a workplace where people feel empowered to act; a safe place where people are open to discussing different views; ongoing education opportunities around diversity, equity, and inclusion; and to build a culture of belonging and accountability.