Commissioning & Energy Engineer with Security Clearance

The Building People; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People, LLC has an immediate opening for a Commissioning & Energy Engineer to support Building Commissioning (Cx) services across HVAC, electrical, life safety, and building envelope systems for federal and commercial facilities nationwide.

This role combines commissioning and energy analysis, including ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits, with BAS programming under the guidance of senior engineers. Requires 2–3 years of relevant experience, preferably in HVAC, with up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively with a team.
• Applies strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Assists with commissioning activities across projects and systems (auditing, baselining, benchmarking, M&V).
• Collects field data to support ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits.
• Supports HVAC equipment programming and energy end-use analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning across HVAC, electrical, life safety, and building envelope systems for federal and commercial facilities.
• Support ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits and energy-DS deliverables.
• Assist in developing ECMs and WCMs and in M&V activities.
• Contribute to documentation and reporting for commissioning projects.

Skills

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

M&V understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Niagara BAS

Siemens BAS

Johnson Controls BAS

Job description

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector. The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success. Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our Market Offerings Include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

Job Description

The Building People, LLC has an immediate opening for a Commissioning & Energy Engineer. The Commissioning & Energy Engineer will work with a team to support Building Commissioning (Cx) services - including new construction commissioning, retro-commissioning (RCx), recommissioning, and monitoring-based commissioning - across HVAC, electrical, life safety, and building envelope systems for federal and commercial buildings across the United States and its territories. This role will also collect and analyze building system data to support American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Level 2 energy audits, giving the successful candidate a distinctive combination of commissioning and energy analysis experience. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of two to three years of relevant experience, preferably with a focus on HVAC. The ideal candidate will assist with programming various Building Automation Systems (BAS) under the guidance of senior engineers, and will apply building monitoring, work order management, and fault detection technologies. The ideal candidate will also develop familiarity with energy mandates and reporting requirements applicable to both federal and commercial facilities. This role will support facilities nationwide across both sectors, and the candidate will join a growing team with ample opportunity for advancement.

Notice $90,000-$120,000

Skills & Requirements Required Experience & Skills

• Communicates clearly, collaborates effectively with a team, and applies strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Assists with commissioning activities across project types and systems - including auditing, inventorying, baselining, benchmarking, implementation support, and measurement and verification (M&V)
• Collects field data (equipment nameplate information, operating schedules, utility bills, and system conditions) to support ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits
• Supports the calculation of energy end-use breakdowns and savings-to-investment ratios, and trends utility data to support ASHRAE Level 2 audit findings
• Supports senior engineers in programming HVAC equipment, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and lighting schedules
• Contributes to recommendations for Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) and Water Conservation Measures (WCMs)
• Supports M&V activities
• Assists in generating energy profiles and baselines for commissioning and energy audit projects
• Contributes to drafting and consolidating documentation and reports for commissioning and energy audit activities
• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Brings a minimum of two to three years of experience in building operations and maintenance, in federal, commercial, or mixed-portfolio settings

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Familiarity with common Building Automation System (BAS) platforms (e.g., Niagara, Siemens, Johnson Controls)
• Exposure to ASHRAE Level 1 or Level 2 energy audit methodologies
• Coursework or internship experience in HVAC design or building systems
• Familiarity with energy modeling or benchmarking tools (e.g., ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager)
• Working toward an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
• Exposure to LEED or WELL building standards
• Experience with data logging or trend analysis tools used in commissioning
• Exposure to Proportional, Integral, Derivative (PID) loop tuning
• Experience supporting commercial real estate or private-sector building portfolios

Required Education

• Holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline or a related field, or demonstrates equivalent experience and knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment, including Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Preferred Certification

• Demonstrates interest in pursuing a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure as part of long-term career growth

Travel

This position requires up to 50% travel, including assignments across the United States and its territories, supporting both federal and commercial client sites.

Work Environment

This role involves work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and other building spaces that may expose the candidate to noise, dust, and temperature extremes typical of commercial and federal facility environments.

Background Investigation

• Requires a background investigation for assignments involving federal facility access
• May require additional background checks subject to system access
• May require a facility-specific security clearance depending on site assignment

Physical Requirements

• Climbs overhead or crawls under spaces to complete jobs
• Works at heights when required
• Lifts up to 50 pounds at times

Qualifications

• Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
• Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
• Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.