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Building Energy Engineer

Building Consulting, Commissioning, Energy Services
WA - Seattle
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Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

  • renewables and energy services
  • engineering and design
  • construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry:

We are adding a Building Energy Engineer to our growing Technical Services division in Seattle, WA.  

McKinstry supports clients and their facilities throughout the life of a building; the Technical Service team specifically focuses on the optimization and energy efficiency of existing buildings with a uniquely technical consultative approach. We work directly with owners and building operators to help them make effective decisions that improve the efficiency, occupant comfort, and lifespan of their buildings.  

In this role, you will conduct technical audits and develop energy models, as well as apply energy use data from facilities information systems to drive operational efficiency as part of our Active Energy Management consulting services. These activities help our clients comply with Washington State’s Clean Building Performance Standard, and the City of Seattle’s Building Tune-Up and Building Emissions Performance Standard programs. You will leverage your experience in problem solving, systems analysis, data analysis and communication to drive sustainability and efficiency for education, healthcare, and other large impact facilities. 

Communication and collaboration are a huge part of this role, as you will be supporting a variety of projects and interface with a wide array of stakeholders. Your role will be an integral part of a team using data acquisition and analysis to develop technical recommendations and present them to clients.  

If you are passionate about driving sustainability in the built environment and want to make an impact with your technical expertise, this role may be the one for you. We are excited to hear from you in the hopes to bring you on not only as a steward of McKinstry but an invaluable member of our team.  

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:

  • Experience with visualization tools like Tableau and PowerBI.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel.
  • Understanding of building systems and associated utility consumption.
  • Proficient in building data acquisition and analysis and reporting.
  • Proficient in communication/team collaboration/internal and external Interactions.
  • Minimum 3 years relevant work experience.
  • Technical Degree or Data Analyst Degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Proven proficiency as Building Energy Specialist or equivalent.
  • Energy Management and Sustainability Professional designations are a plus. 

 

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

  • 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

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

  • 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
  • McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $69,300 - $109,400 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

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, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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