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Hiring our Heroes 25-1: Building Energy Engineer

McKinstry Company
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
901 South MoPac Expressway (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024

Hiring Our Heroes Cohort 25-1: Building Energy Engineer Fellowship

Note: If you are not an active duty service member participating in the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program, you are not eligible for this opportunity. If you're not a military fellow but want to work with us, check out our other job opportunities on our careers website!

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 currently seeking aBuilding Energy Engineerto join McKinstry as a member of our growing Technical Services team in Austin, TX. McKinstry supports clients and their facilities throughout the life of a building; the Technical Services team specifically focuses on the optimization and energy efficiency of existing buildings with a uniquely consultative approach. We work directly with owners to help them make effective decisions that improve the efficiency, comfort for occupants, and lifespan of their buildings.

In this role, you will be a front-line energy engineer on high impact energy and facility optimization consulting projects owning delivery of outcome-oriented solutions. You will leverage your experience in problem solving, systems analysis, data analysis and communication to drive sustainability and efficiency for schools, university campuses, hospitals, data centers and other facilities.

Communication and collaboration are a large part of this role as well, frequently requiring that you partner with other McKinstry teams to deliver effective results. You will be responsible for making technical recommendations, building actionable reports and presenting them to clients, and assisting the client with recommendation implementation.

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!

What You Need to Succeed:



  • Education: BA/BS degree in Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, Environmental Science, or equivalent field of study or equivalent work experience required. A master's degree or higher is a bonus.
  • Three plus (3+) years of experience in energy efficiency with a minimum of 3 yearsof relevant building energy analysis experience. CEM, PE, or BEAP preferred.
  • 1-3 years' experience with client-focused building energy consulting
  • Working knowledge of mechanical and controls systems such as Siemens, JCI, ATS, and others.
  • Exceptional time management skills to organize and prioritize tasks while juggling multiple deliverables/timelines.
  • Creative, problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering outstanding customer service and a consultative approach.

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 $63,540 - $98,460 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 iscontingent 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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