Renewables Performance Engineer

McKinstry; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 84,060 - 122,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off and holidays

Learning and advancement opportunities

On-site gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Florida is seeking a Performance Engineer to join their Distributed Energy Resources National team. The role focuses on improving building performance through technical and consulting services and requires 3-5 years of MEP experience. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing commissioning plans, and ensuring energy systems compliance. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of MEP experience.
• Experience with commissioning projects.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Help clients improve efficiency and lower operating costs.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections on DER projects.
• Perform commissioning activities on building systems.

Skills

Quality management

Building performance assessment

Renewable energy systems knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, architectural, or electrical engineering

Tools

Procore

Cx Alloy

Job description

Performance Engineer – Distributed Energy Resources (DER) National Team

McKinstry is seeking a Performance Engineer to join our growing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) National team. The role focuses on technical and consulting services related to building performance and renewable energy systems.

Responsibilities

• Help clients improve efficiency and lower operating costs on new and exciting projects.
• Ensure buildings deliver maximum comfort for the life of the building.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections on DER projects including solar PV and BESS.
• Perform quality‑control inspections throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Develop, manage, and coordinate project‑specific commissioning plans.
• Perform commissioning activities on building systems such as solar PV and BESS.
• Verify building‑system compliance with engineering specifications.
• Review system installation, functional performance, and control‑system operations.
• Coordinate networking configurations and SCADA systems with DER projects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in leading quality new‑construction commissioning projects and quality management.
• 3–5+ years of MEP experience.
• North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) professional certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel to new project locations for technical services delivery.
• Proficient use of building automation systems.
• Knowledge of solar and BESS systems, including associated equipment (BMS, communications, trackers, MV, testing).
• Ability to read, understand, and identify potential issues within construction documents.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office (Teams, Excel, Word). Procore and Cx Alloy proficiency preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, architectural, or electrical engineering or equivalent work experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit‑sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out‑of‑pocket maximums
• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• On‑site gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

Pay range is $84,060 – $122,760 per year; base pay may vary by location and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal‑opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including employment, advancement, assignment, and training.

McKinstry is a drug‑free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a confidentiality agreement, and successful background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current U.S. work authorization and do not require employer‑sponsored visa support to begin or remain in this role.