Senior Energy Engineer

Kimmel & Associates; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A nationwide energy services provider is seeking a Senior Energy Engineer to lead energy conservation and efficiency projects for large facilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, over 5 years of experience, and expertise in HVAC systems, building automation, renewable energy, or central plant design. The role involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering sustainable energy solutions. It offers a competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $140,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy engineering or related disciplines.
• Experience working across multiple sectors such as healthcare, education, government, or industrial environments strongly preferred.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of energy conservation measures for complex facilities.
• Perform energy audits, utility data analysis, and defensible energy and cost savings calculations.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, estimating, and project management teams throughout project delivery.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field

Tools

HVAC systems

Building automation

Renewable energy

Central plant design

Job description

About the Company

The company is a nationally respected energy services and solutions provider delivering high-impact projects for commercial, institutional, and government clients. Known for its collaborative culture and technical excellence, the firm specializes in energy efficiency, building systems optimization, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

The company partners with clients to design and implement smarter, more efficient facilities—combining engineering expertise with innovative technologies across HVAC, building automation, lighting, and renewable energy systems.

About the Position

The Senior Energy Engineer will play a key leadership role in the development and execution of energy conservation and efficiency projects for large, complex facilities. This position blends deep technical expertise with project leadership, making it ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex problems while mentoring others and engaging directly with clients.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, this role supports projects from concept through completion, delivering measurable energy and cost savings while advancing sustainable design strategies.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design, development, and implementation of energy conservation measures for complex facilities
• Performing energy audits, utility data analysis, and defensible energy and cost savings calculations
• Collaborating with sales, engineering, estimating, and project management teams throughout project delivery
• Presenting technical analyses, findings, and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders
• Staying current on emerging energy technologies, regulations, and industry best practices
• Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical guidance to project teams
• Supporting project execution to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency in deliverables

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in energy engineering or related disciplines
• Strong expertise in one or more of the following: HVAC systems, building automation, renewable energy, or central plant design
• Experience working across multiple sectors such as healthcare, education, government, or industrial environments strongly preferred
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package $130,000- $140,000
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, sustainability-driven projects nationwide
• Collaborative, team-oriented engineering environment
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a respected organization
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, and additional offerings)