Energy Modeling Engineer for LEED & ASHRAE

VCA Green; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Green is seeking an Energy Engineer to join our sustainability consulting team in Denver. You will develop whole-building energy models for commercial, multifamily, institutional, and mixed-use projects while supporting LEED certification, ASHRAE 90.1 compliance, and high-performance building design.

You should enjoy solving technical challenges, understand building systems, and help clients improve energy performance through rigorous analysis and modeling.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional energy modeling experience.
• Experience with energy modeling for LEED, ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G, and IECC.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, building envelope, lighting, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop whole-building energy models for new construction, renovations, and existing buildings.
• Produce ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G models for LEED and code compliance.
• Create baseline and proposed energy models using software tools.
• Support LEED, IECC, and energy code compliance documentation.
• Analyze plans and data to identify energy-saving opportunities.
• Perform ASHRAE energy audits and site assessments as needed.
• Evaluate systems and renewables; prepare reports and client recommendations.
• Support retro-commissioning and building decarbonization initiatives.

Skills

IES-VE / EnergyPlus / OpenStudio

eQUEST

Trane TRACE 3D Plus

ASHRAE 90.1 / IECC knowledge

HVAC & building envelope understanding

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Travel for site visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Building Science

Tools

Trane TRACE 3D Plus

IES-VE

Job description

VCA Green is seeking an Energy Engineer to join our sustainability consulting team in Denver. You will develop whole-building energy models for commercial, multifamily, institutional, and mixed-use projects while supporting LEED certification, ASHRAE 90.1 compliance, and high-performance building design.

You should enjoy solving technical challenges, understand building systems, and help clients improve energy performance through rigorous analysis and modeling.