Energy Engineer - Senior (NYC)

Steven Winter Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Steven Winter Associates in the NYC area seeks a senior engineer for the Building Operations, Decarbonization & Efficiency (BODE) team. You will lead energy audits, decarbonization feasibility studies, and retrofit strategies to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.

You will support commissioning across projects, train junior colleagues, and deliver technical trainings, advancing SWA's leadership in sustainable building practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science; 5+ years in HVAC for large multifamily or commercial buildings.
• Experience with commissioning (Cx), RCx, decarbonization planning, and advanced energy audits.
• Hands-on field inspections and performance testing on HVAC/MEP systems in large buildings.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning and retro‑commissioning for multifamily, mixed‑use, commercial, institutional, cultural/art center, and community buildings.
• Develop commissioning plans and testing procedures, and create technical reports and presentations.
• Perform functional testing of central plant equipment, controls, and energy‑related systems to verify performance and identify optimization opportunities.
• Drive decarbonization studies and advanced energy audits to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and deliver technical training for building professionals.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Job description

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 (e.g., H-1B, OPT, etc.) for this position, now or in the future.

Why This Role Matters

This is a senior‑level position based in the NYC area within SWA’s Building Operations, Decarbonization & Efficiency (BODE) team. In this role, you will drive sustainable value creation through innovative energy solutions for our clients with a focus on meeting local carbon emission mandates. By conducting comprehensive energy audits, decarbonization feasibility studies, and developing strategic retrofit solutions, you’ll deliver measurable reductions in energy costs and carbon emissions. You’ll advance our organizational capabilities through technical approaches to energy management, positioning SWA as leaders in sustainable building practices.

The proposed annual salary range for this position is $85,000 – $130,000 based on a 40‑hour work schedule. The final salary may vary depending on confirmed job‑related skills and experience.

In addition, you will support commissioning (Cx) efforts across projects, from design and submittal reviews through functional testing of MEP systems, to verify that energy‑related systems perform efficiently, reliably, and maintain occupant comfort.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning and retro‑commissioning projects and decarbonization assessments for multifamily, mixed‑use, commercial, institutional, cultural/art center, and community buildings.
• Assist in development of commissioning plans and testing procedures, create technical reports and presentations for both new and existing buildings.
• Perform functional testing of central plant equipment, controls, terminal units, and other energy‑related building systems to verify operational performance and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Optimize energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint by conducting decarbonization feasibility studies, advanced energy audits and assessments, retrofit implementation, and retro‑commissioning solutions for existing buildings.
• Drive innovation and sustainability through technical solutions that address complex environmental challenges.
• Improve ROI on energy investments by evaluating building equipment retrofits and upgrades, with emphasis on electrification and heat pump technologies to optimize energy efficiency.
• Optimize building performance by evaluating construction documents and recommending enhancements to indoor air quality, energy efficiency, constructability, and operational effectiveness.
• Contribute to the growth and success of the team by actively supporting and training junior colleagues.
• Enhance industry expertise and performance by delivering comprehensive technical training programs for building professionals.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related science field. Five or more years of relevant experience working with HVAC systems in large multifamily or commercial buildings. Demonstrated deep expertise in emerging high‑performance technologies. Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Proven experience with commissioning (Cx), retro‑commissioning (RCx), decarbonization planning, and advanced energy audits.
• Hands‑on experience conducting field inspections and performance testing on HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in large multifamily or commercial buildings.
• Ability to execute comprehensive energy assessments, feasibility studies, and calculations to predict, analyze, and optimize building energy consumption patterns.
• Success leading and delivering multiple small to medium‑sized projects through stakeholder engagement, client communication, and team coordination.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Office Suite for data analysis and technical reporting.

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 is required to climb stairs, use elevators and exterior construction hoists, and may be exposed to cold and hot interior and exterior temperatures for extended periods of time (when in the field).

Travel Requirements

Occasional overnight travel may be required (Less than 10%). Frequent local field visits in the NYC Metro area will be necessary (approximately 40–50%).

Boston‑based candidates: Monthly travel to NYC required, plus additional project‑based trips as needed.

Working Environment

Recent hires may be required to work in‑office five days per week during onboarding, with potential for a flexible schedule after necessary training and supervisor approval; all team members are expected in the office at least three days per week, with flexibility based on job duties and site work.

EEO Statement

SWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or marital status.

DEI Statement

SWA is a workplace where we are aware and welcoming of the ways in which we are all diverse as evidenced by a culture of listening and understanding. We endeavor to create a workplace where people feel empowered to act; a safe place where people are open to discussing different views; ongoing education opportunities around diversity, equity, and inclusion; and to build a culture of belonging and accountability.