Energy-Efficient Building Controls Engineer

Georgia Institute of Technology; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech is seeking a Controls Energy Engineer to design, optimize, and maintain building automation and energy management systems. The role focuses on improving operational efficiency, sustainability, and occupant comfort across campus facilities.

The successful candidate will lead energy conservation projects, perform payback analyses, and collaborate with contractors and internal teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective control solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Four or more years of relevant experience are required.
• Master's degree is preferred for advanced qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize control strategies for HVAC, lighting, and building systems to improve energy efficiency and comfort.
• Lead or support commissioning and retro-commissioning efforts to verify design intent.
• Develop energy conservation projects and perform payback analyses for cost-effectiveness.
• Manage projects from initiation to completion, coordinating external contractors and internal teams.
• Analyze energy data and trends to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for control systems and sequences of operation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and platforms for smart building initiatives.
• Collaborate with controls technicians to implement and fine-tune control sequences.
• Provide technical guidance and training on energy management practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Energy management

HVAC

Building automation

Control theory

Electrical diagrams

Energy audits

Data analysis

Project management

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Georgia Tech is seeking a Controls Energy Engineer to design, optimize, and maintain building automation and energy management systems. The role focuses on improving operational efficiency, sustainability, and occupant comfort across campus facilities.

The successful candidate will lead energy conservation projects, perform payback analyses, and collaborate with contractors and internal teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective control solutions.