Building Performance Consultant II

Overview

Building Performance Consultant II in our Madison office. You will help us empower our clients to achieve energy‑efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity. At AEI, we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we have supported mission‑driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 900 professionals across 22 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors.

AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work. You will join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future.

In this role, you will support the high performance design process through analysis of high performance design strategies and concepts, primarily through performance modeling; develop and optimize analytical tools and processes to provide timely, design‑relevant insight to internal design teams, partners and clients. You will interpret and utilize information set forth in basis of design as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.

Responsibilities include:

• Support high performance design through analysis and performance modeling.
• Develop and optimize analytical tools and processes for timely, design‑relevant insights.
• Interpret information from basis of design, users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering (or another engineering discipline) from an accredited program; or commensurate degree and experience with building systems.
• Advanced understanding of building systems across disciplines with experience in at least one discipline such as HVAC, plumbing/piping, electrical, lighting, instrumentation and controls, or building envelope systems.
• Advanced understanding of high performance design tenets including renewable energy strategies, day lighting, embodied energy, indoor environmental quality, material composition, water efficiency, life cycle assessment, and built environment planning.
• Ability to use at least one building system simulation tool (Energy Plus, IES-VE, TRNSYS, DOE-2/eQuest, TRACE, CFD, or Radiance) for consulting and analysis; strong application of these tools.
• Experience in computer operation for building system analysis and engineering calculation programs.
• Proficiency in CAD/BIM software as necessary for building performance analysis and consulting.
• Understanding of applicable rating systems, design codes and standards, and ability to interpret them.

• Industry certification or license applicable to building system design and performance (including but not limited to LEED AP, ASHRAE HPDP, ASHRAE BEMP, ASHRAE BEAP, Green Globes Professional, or AEE CEM).
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE) or ability to obtain the PE license in one or more states.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn programming languages (C++, Ruby, Python, Visual Basic, etc.).
• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively individually and within teams.

• A flexible, collaborative environment where well‑being matters and you are supported.
• Opportunities to grow through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high‑impact projects.
• Collaboration with inspiring teammates who foster innovation and leadership.
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and a performance‑based year‑end bonus.

If this dynamic environment and the chance to contribute to transformative projects resonate with your ambitions, we would love to connect with you. Apply online at

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