Facility Engineering Energy Engineer

Develop and execute the division’s energy efficiency program. Achieve energy usage and reduction goals by implementing best practices and technologies for retail stores and company facilities. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

• Manage capital and expense projects associated with building and equipment retrofits.
• Develop capital and expense budgets and allocations for building and equipment retrofits.
• Assist in developing annual budgets for utilities.
• Assist with integrating energy reduction best practices into maintenance technicians’ daily activities.
• Provide Facility Engineering Department Manager with status updates on budget and project reports.
• Support Facility Engineering cost control initiatives by partnering with store operations to review variances in budgets, and to provide training to store managers at district meetings.
• Support division teams in the event of a utility outage and through restoration; communicate to appropriate leadership.
• Provide pertinent information to the corporate energy department to secure utility incentives.
• Partner with corporate Facility Engineering to select test stores and support execution for proof of concept to determine project viability for energy efficiencies.
• Travel to division locations regularly to engage contractors/subcontractors and store associates to evaluate the effectiveness of projects.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy or related field
• Strong financial skills; capable of creating budgets for projects and department
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Level 7- 3+ years proven engineering experience and proficient in all essential job functions
• Level 8- 7+ years proven engineering experience and expert in all essential job functions
• Regional Project Manager

• Job Identification 178093
• Job Category Facility Eng/Construction/Maintenance
• Posting Date 02/25/2026, 07:21 PM
• Locations 2700 E 4th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose:
To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!