Energy Engineer - Senior Level
Listed on 2025-12-06
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Energy Engineer, Building Services Engineer, Operations Manager
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Department: Building Operations Decarbonization & Efficiency (BODE)
What to Know: Steven Winter Associates, Inc. (SWA) is a proud employee-owned firm that’s been transforming the built environment for over 50 years. Our mission is to make buildings more sustainable, energy-efficient, accessible, healthy, and resilient, not just with better structures, but to the communities they serve. Working with architects, engineers, developers, owners, and project teams, our team of consultants is always pushing boundaries, collaborating, and problem-solving to deliver solutions that benefit people and the planet.
Join us and become part of a company where your work helps shape a better built environment—and where your voice matters. For further information on Steven Winter Associates, please visit
Why This Role Matters: This is a Senior-level position based in NYC or Boston with SWA's Building Operations, Decarbonization & Efficiency (BODE) team. Drive operational efficiency and sustainability by conducting energy audits, systematic commissioning, and HVAC testing to optimize building performance while reducing energy consumption and costs. Provide comprehensive energy and decarbonization assessments that deliver solutions for clients' carbon reduction goals, supporting SWA's environmental stewardship and bottom-line performance.
The proposed annual salary range for this position is $85,000 - $130,000 based on a 40-hour work schedule. The final salary may vary depending on confirmed job-related skills and experience.
How to Apply:
A cover letter is requested for consideration outlining interest.
Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be invited to complete a 30-minute technical assessment to evaluate their skills. Based on the assessment results, selected candidates will proceed to up to 3 rounds of interviews, with the final round including a presentation.
If you meet at least 75% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
SWA is committed to inclusion and will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities:
Conduct decarbonization feasibility studies, advanced energy audits and assessments, retrofit implementation, and retro-commissioning for energy savings and performance improvements in existing buildings.
Lead and manage commissioning projects for both new construction and retrofits. Responsibilities include reviewing submittals and codes, developing testing plans, inspecting building system installations, conducting central plant testing, analyzing performance trends, and delivering clear technical and non-technical reports to ensure program compliance and support owner decision-making.
Lead the development and implementation of innovative energy systems and projects, ensuring they meet efficiency, cost, and environmental standards.
Provide innovative solutions to technical challenges.
Inspect retrofits/upgrades of building equipment with a focus on electrification and heat pump technologies.
Review construction documents and provide recommendations to improve indoor air quality, energy efficiency, constructability, and building operations.
Train and support entry and mid-level energy engineers.
Provide and/or facilitate technical training for building industry professionals.
Validate complex calculations, provide technical oversight on applications, and lead coordination with program administrators to ensure compliance and quality.
Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in engineering field or related science degree.
5+ years of relevant experience working with HVAC systems in large multi-family or commercial buildings.
Experience conducting field inspections related to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.
Demonstrate deep expertise in HVAC systems and emerging high-performance technologies.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Skills:
Evaluate and optimize HVAC and mechanical systems in large multi-family or commercial buildings by…
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