HVAC Design Energy Analysis Modeling

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to HVAC and plumbing design while also developing detailed energy models and conducting energy audits for large campus environments—such as manufacturing facilities, hospitals, and water systems. The focus is on sustainability, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and green building initiatives.

• Designing systems ranging from basic to highly complex to meet client needs. This includes HVAC master planning and studies, HVAC and plumbing systems, mechanical systems such as co-generation, and centralized energy systems. The role also involves implementing energy efficiency improvements for large campus environments—including manufacturing facilities, hospitals, and water systems—focused on sustainability, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and green building initiatives.
• Performing other duties such as heating/cooling load calculations, duct/pipe sizing, equipment selections, system layouts, and coordination with other design disciplines.
• Developing detailed energy models and Life Cycle Cost Analysis for various building types.
• Performing Level 1 through 3 energy audits to assess energy consumption, evaluate HVAC performance, identify high-energy loads, and propose energy‑saving measures.
• Performing site surveys, developing equipment inventories, evaluating proposed energy efficiency measures, and recommending improvements.
• Collaborating with sales staff to develop proposals in response to current and prospective client requests for proposals (RFPs). Reviewing draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices. Engaging with existing and potential clients to review their current and future design needs.
• Attending conferences, symposia, and similar events to enhance the visibility of the firm's products and services in coordination with relevant sales staff.
• Providing technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Reviewing the work of more junior staff.

• Bachelor's degree.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability to read building system engineering documents.
• Experienced with a variety of energy modeling software including eQuest and Trane 3D.
• Certified Energy Manager.

• Expert knowledge of computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Solid knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Job Title:

HVAC Design Energy Analysis Modeling

Location:

United States – Nationwide

Employment Type:

Regular (Fulltime-Regular)

Pay Range: $90,605 – $158,579

Travel: 10% of time

Work Location Options:
Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Visa Sponsorship:
None

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.