Energy Engineer

At PARTNER, success starts with the right mindset: connection, compassion, and curiosity. Whether consulting with clients or collaborating with colleagues, these values guide how we work. PARTNER delivers engineering, environmental, energy consulting, and design services across the Americas, Europe, and beyond. As a leader in the commercial real estate industry, we are 1,600+ professionals strong across 40+ offices.

Our mission is simple: to create the best home for talented professionals. If you value solving complex problems, delivering exceptional client service, and working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment, you’ll feel right at home here. Our people and culture have earned recognition on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms, Inc. 5000’s Fastest‑Growing Companies, and Zweig’s Best Firms to Work For.

The Energy Engineer I is an entry‑level role that supports PARTNER’s Energy & Sustainability team in the execution of energy efficiency, ESG, benchmarking, and green building certification projects. This position provides hands‑on experience across a variety of technical consulting assignments, including utility benchmarking, energy and water audits, building data analysis, commissioning support, and sustainability reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career engineer who is interested in developing technical expertise in building systems, energy efficiency, and commercial real estate sustainability.

• Support energy and water benchmarking, ESG reporting, climate resiliency studies, and sustainability assessments
• Collect, organize, and analyze utility data for energy, water, and emissions reporting
• Assist with site data collection, field verification, and building information gathering through site visits and remote coordination
• Support preliminary energy and water audits, commissioning tasks, and green certification documentation
• Conduct research on building systems, energy conservation measures, utility incentives, and sustainability program requirements
• Assist in preparing reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and client deliverables
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal team members to obtain project information and schedule tasks
• Track project deadlines, document status, and deliverable schedules in internal systems
• Maintain target utilization goals and meet project deadlines
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and values

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification or progress toward EIT
• Internship, co‑op, or academic project experience related to energy, sustainability, HVAC, building systems, or commercial real estate
• Familiarity with energy benchmarking platforms, ESG reporting, or green building program

• Interest in energy efficiency, sustainability, and building performance
• Basic understanding of building systems, including HVAC, lighting, controls, and envelope systems
• Ability to interpret technical information and organize large datasets
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Willingness to learn field procedures, technical tools, and consulting workflows

• Ability to read printed materials and electronic documents
• Ability to travel up to 20% for site visits and project‑related activities
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs as needed during field work
• Ability to work outdoors and in non‑conditioned building or mechanical spaces on occasion

Expected salary range: $60,000–$70,000 annually.

The pay scale for this role considers a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Please note, the disclosed pay scale estimate has not been adjusted for the…