Energy Engineer - Existing Buildings

Systems West Engineers, Inc. is seeking an Energy Engineer - Existing Buildings to support Energy Trust of Oregon technical analysis studies and commissioning or monitoring-based services for commercial and institutional facilities.

Responsibilities

• Support and perform Energy Trust of Oregon Technical Analysis Studies (TAS) for commercial and institutional buildings
• Assist with building performance evaluations, energy studies, and technical analyses focused on HVAC, controls, lighting, and other building systems
• Participate in and support Building Performance Standards (BPS) compliance and building performance improvement efforts
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and on-site system observations in occupied and unoccupied existing buildings
• Assist with Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx): planning, investigation, issue identification, and development of recommended corrective actions
• Support Monitoring-based Commissioning (MBCx) and Ongoing Commissioning by reviewing BAS trends, interval data, and system performance information
• Identify operational deficiencies, energy savings opportunities, comfort issues, and optimization measures
• Prepare technical reports, findings summaries, calculation packages, and client deliverables
• Coordinate with engineers, commissioning providers, controls contractors, facility staff, and clients
• Support follow-up verification and implementation review where required
• Maintain strong organization and documentation across multiple projects and service types

Requirements

• 4-year degree with an emphasis on energy management, energy systems, engineering technology, mechanical engineering, building systems, or related field with a focus on energy studies or building performance
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed
• Ability to perform field work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and active building environments
• Experience with energy studies, building performance analysis, or related technical work
• Field experience working in existing buildings with operating building systems
• Understanding of commercial building HVAC systems, controls, and energy performance principles
• Ability to review drawings, sequences of operation, trend logs, and system data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in both field and office environments
• Strong technical curiosity, attention to detail, and practical problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant professional experience in energy engineering, building systems analysis, facility optimization, or related existing building work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Energy Trust of Oregon programs, technical studies, or utility incentive work
• Familiarity with Building Performance Standards
• Experience with Existing Building Commissioning, retro-commissioning, or Monitoring-based Commissioning
• Experience reviewing BAS trends, interval data, and building performance data
• Familiarity with energy analysis tools, spreadsheets, and building system diagnostics
• Knowledge of commercial and institutional building systems, including healthcare, higher education, K-12, or public sector facilities
• Experience working directly with building owners, operators, and facility staff

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

What Success Looks Like

• Help expand existing building performance capabilities while delivering high-quality technical work for clients
• Identify meaningful opportunities for improvement and communicate findings clearly
• Contribute to practical solutions that improve energy performance, system operation, and long-term building outcomes

Location: Springfield, OR (onsite) | Work location: In person

Salary: USD 85,000 - 100,000 per year

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year