Energy Engineer – Senior; Boston

Work Authorization Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis Steven Winter Associates SWA does not sponsor employment based visas eg H 1B OPT etc for this position now or in the future

Why Steven Winter Associates At SWA youre not just joining a company youre joining an employee owned team committed to making buildings healthier more sustainable and lower carbon Be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas matter Work on real projects seeing the impact of your work in the field and in communities Learn from experienced building science professionals

Why This Role Matters SWA is expanding its commissioning and energy services in Massachusetts We are seeking a senior technical leader who can independently represent SWA with clients lead new construction commissioning work and help shape and grow our Boston area practice This is not solely a project management role the successful candidate will combine deep building systems expertise with clear communication sound judgment and the initiative to turn opportunities into well defined successfully delivered projects The proposed annual salary range for this position is based on a 40 hour work schedule The final salary may vary depending on confirmed job related skills and experience Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications should expect compensation toward the lower end of the range

Candidates with qualifications and experience beyond the requirements of the role may be considered for compensation above the posted range

• Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Serve as a senior technical and client facing lead for commissioning and decarbonization projects in Massachusetts clearly communicating SWAs capabilities recommending practical paths forward and aligning teams on decisions and next steps
• Lead project scoping fee development proposal writing staffing plans and gono go recommendations for commissioning and energy opportunities
• Manage scope schedule budget resources deliverables and client expectations across multiple concurrent projects while maintaining technical quality and financial performance
• Lead new construction and existing building commissioning projects from design through occupancy and warranty including review of the Owners Project Requirements and Basis of Design; design and submittal reviews; commissioning plans and specifications; construction observations; functional performance testing; issue resolution; and final reporting
• Lead building and portfolio level existing building evaluations to provide recommendations that reduce operational carbon and improve indoor air quality maintainability and operational effectiveness
• Translate complex technical findings into concise useful recommendations for both technical and non technical audiences
• Support the growth and technical development of junior staff through mentorship training and collaborative project work
• Represent SWA through participation in industry groups technical committees professional associations and external training or educational initiatives

• Bachelors degree in mechanical or other relevant engineering field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience working with HVAC systems in large multi family andor commercial buildings
• Demonstrated experience with new construction commissioning with responsibility for projects through both design and construction
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings specifications equipment submittals control diagrams and trend data and make sound technical decisions
• Experience developing scopes budgets staffing plans and proposals for consulting projects
• Strong project management skills including the ability to manage scope schedules budgets teams deliverables and client expectations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non technical audiences
• Interest in field work and comfort working in construction and occupied building environments
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office

• Experience with Massachusetts building and energy codes utility programs market participants and project delivery practices
• Experience with existing building commissioning energy audits decarbonization studies energy modeling or measurement and verification
• Experience mentoring and training staff and reviewing technical work
• Experience building or expanding a service offering
• Professional Engineer PE license or progress toward licensure
• Commissioning or energy credential such as BCxP CCP CxA CEM or LEED AP

SWA is committed to inclusion and will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities

Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit stand walk use hands to type reach with hands and arms talk and hear The employee frequently…