Energy Engineer

Energy Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a highly motivated Energy Engineer to join our growing team. This position requires a self‑motivated individual with strong skills in data analysis, interpersonal communication, and project management. The successful candidate will work directly with energy team members to develop energy, water, and greenhouse gas/carbon emission strategies for commercial office and industrial real estate clients.

• Lead the development of energy‑saving strategies and the identification of energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures for existing buildings using spreadsheets and other calculation tools.
• Prepare preliminary cost estimates for recommended measures.
• Perform ASHRAE Level I & Level II Energy Audits in existing buildings.
• Support retro‑commissioning of existing buildings.
• Provide consultation to clients or other engineers on topics such as climate control systems, energy modeling, data logging, building automation systems, lighting or day lighting design, sustainable design, and energy auditing.
• Understand energy‑efficiency and sustainability ordinances for various cities and states (NYC, Boston, DC, Chicago, Saint Louis, Denver, California, Philadelphia).
• Understand commercial building HVAC systems and emerging high‑performance alternatives for energy retrofits.
• Review architectural and mechanical‑electrical drawings for existing buildings and systems.
• Support building‑management teams to apply for utility or local incentives.
• Provide written technical and non‑technical reports for program compliance and ownership review.
• Support project teams on client engagements and interdisciplinary collaboration with technical and non‑technical staff.
• Review own deliverables for quality, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, budget compliance, and client satisfaction.
• Participate proactively in business development efforts to grow Cushman & Wakefield’s ESG practice.
• Perform additional duties as needed and assigned.

• Experience developing decarbonization strategies—including energy efficiency, renewable energy, green power procurement, renewable energy certificates (RECs), and carbon offsets, preferably in commercial real estate.
• Passion for deploying decarbonization solutions to accelerate adoption of clean energy and sustainable practices across the U.S. economy.
• Comfort managing data‑driven tasks in Excel and other software platforms, including complex calculations and estimation methods.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to lead internal and client meetings.
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong technical writing and project‑management skills.
• A self‑motivator with a strong work ethic and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 12 days per month.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (math, engineering, or science) or related work experience.
• At least 3–5 years of applicable work experience in a related field.

• Four‑year engineering degree from an ABET accredited institution.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE).
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Energy Auditor (CEA), or BCxP.
• Direct experience in energy, asset, and/or portfolio management within the commercial real estate industry.

$85,000.00 – $ per year, depending on location, experience, and applicable agreements.

Eligible employees may enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work. Additional benefits details are available upon request.

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), please contact the ADA line at or email  to request accommodations.