Energy Engineer - Buffalo, NY

MSCCN; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MSCCN is seeking an Energy/Facilities Engineer to identify and implement best practices for MEP systems in large facilities. You will lead energy-management initiatives, analyze energy consumption, and optimize central plant operations to reduce costs.

You will also oversee maintenance contracts, review capital project designs, and support BMS updates while traveling up to 50% to client sites. A PE/CEM/LEED-AP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or related field.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications (PE, CEM, LEED-AP) are preferred.
• Experience with energy modeling software and common engineering tools.
• Strong foundation in Energy Engineering and Energy Management.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and provide operations and maintenance best practices and protocols for MEP systems.
• Provide support for procurement of energy-efficient systems and equipment.
• On-site primary systems management for central heating and chilling plants and related distribution systems, optimizing performance and reducing energy costs.
• Oversee preventive maintenance service contracts for facilities.
• Review design for major capital projects to ensure MEP equipment meets client standards.
• Evaluate energy-saving technologies for ROI and cost reductions.
• Support quick-payback energy efficiency projects (below $20K investments).
• Assist planning and implementation of updated Building Management System projects.
• Develop space consolidation plans to reduce energy costs/consumption.
• Provide training and technical assistance to client staff on operation and maintenance of boilers, chillers, and BMS.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree or professional certifications (PE, CEM, LEED-AP)

Tools

Energy modeling software

Engineering tools & software

Job description

This is an exciting and challenging position, where the engineer will be asked to:

• Identify, develop and provide operations and maintenance best practices and protocols for MEP systems.
• Provide support for the procurement of energy-efficient systems and equipment.
• Provide on-site primary systems management for central heating and chilling plants and related distribution systems, including ongoing analysis of each of the facility’s major energy-consuming systems. Identify areas for energy and energy-cost reductions by optimizing performance. Facilities may require a full-time specialist to manage and support central power plant and building mechanical/electrical systems operation.
• Provide oversight of preventive maintenance service contracts.
• Provide design reviews of major capital construction projects at preliminary, 30%, 60%, 90% and final documents. This would include ensuring architects/engineers are designing MEP equipment that aligns with established client standards.
• Evaluate and present various energy-saving technologies to determine if they have a viable return on investment and help reduce energy costs or enhance operations.
• Provide technical support and recommendations for implementation of quick payback energy efficiency projects (at a lower dollar amount, normally below $20K investment) in areas of energy efficient lighting, steam trap replacements, etc.
• Assist client in planning and implementation of updated Building Management System projects.
• Develop and implement space consolidation plans, including efforts around building decommissioning to reduce energy costs/consumption.
• Provide technical assistance, and/or any training to client staff in operation and maintenance of mechanical and controls equipment such as boilers, chillers and BMS.

Required Experience

• Experience in field engineering, building commissioning, or HVAC/electrical construction in large commercial facilities; comparable military experience is acceptable.
• Strong foundation in Energy Engineering and Energy Management, with practical experience applying these skills to building or industrial systems.Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with knowledge of HVAC, controls, and other building systems relevant to energy performance.
• Understanding of Energy concepts, including demand-side management, renewable integration, and sustainability practices.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or related field); advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., PE, CEM, LEED-AP) are preferred.
• Experience with energy modeling software and common engineering tools; proficiency in standard office and data analysis software.
• Understanding of operations and maintenancefor complex mechanical and electrical systems.

Required Skills

• Analytical Skills to interpret energy data, perform calculations, and develop data-driven recommendations for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to travel up to 50%.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

Preferred certifications: PE, EIT, CEM, LEED-AP