Energy Engineer

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a people‑owned company founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture.

Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices delivering innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Energy Engineer

Chicago, IL

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Ramboll is seeking motivated and inquisitive candidates to join the Energy Market in our Chicago, IL office.

Develop your excellence in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you’ll be joining a company that strives to make a difference – for our employees, clients, and society. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role.

Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in any applicable field such as Mechanical Engineering or Sustainability and 3 years of related experience, or alternatively, a Master’s degree in same and 1 year of experience.

Experience must include:

• Conducting ASHRAE energy audits (Level 1‑2); designing spreadsheet‑based calculators for EEMs and performing EEM analysis; performing energy benchmarking and analysis using Energy Star Portfolio Manager and EIA CBECS and RBECS datasets; evaluating sustainability drivers using the GHG Protocol; and working with higher education institutions on energy and sustainability planning through the AASHE STARS certification program.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct investigative energy assessments and audits to identify energy and cost savings measures.
• Perform utility billing and interval data analysis, and energy benchmarking.
• Develop custom spreadsheet calculators and analysis tools for energy efficiency measures (EEMs), and conduct spreadsheet analysis to estimate energy and cost savings of proposed EEMs.
• Develop construction cost estimates for EEMs and determine economic results (e.g., life cycle cost analysis).
• Utilize eQuest and Energy Plus building energy simulation modeling software to assess the potential savings of EEMs in existing facilities and optimize energy performance of new construction and renovation projects.
• Perform Measurement & Verification (M&V) activities including data analysis.
• Support company design engineers and construction managers in implementing energy efficiency projects.
• Participate in the development of Clean Energy Master Plans and Decarbonization plans.
• Support building commissioning activities to ensure that all energy efficient systems are installed and operating correctly.
• Summarize engineering analyses and results in written reports, planning documents, and presentations.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us  with such requests.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and let us know when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.