{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bf52a811e11353bc8062fee2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bf52a811e11353bc8062fee2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bf52a811e11353bc8062fee2","title":"Building Optimization Engineer","description":"Description\n\nJoin Our Growing Team Powering a Sustainable, Well, and Resilient Future.\n\nDo you want to be part of a team that creates inspiring spaces daily? Do you want to join a company creating solutions to build a sustainable, well, and more resilient society? Are you looking to join a Colleague First culture where your strengths are not only supported, but your growth is as well?\n\nIf so, now is the perfect time to join HEAPY — a growing firm driven by innovation, purpose, and people. We’re expanding to meet the needs of our clients and communities, creating exciting new roles and growth opportunities along the way.\n\nAt HEAPY, our Colleague First approach means we invest in your career, well-being, and success. We’re committed to building a more sustainable world through thoughtful design and collaborative partnerships, and we’re looking for team members who want to grow with us while making an impact.\n\nHEAPY is seeking an experienced Building Optimization Engineer or Administrator to join our Colleague First culture. You’ll be empowered to do meaningful work, develop lasting relationships, and be part of a team where your ideas, growth, and authentic self are truly valued.\n\nThe Building Optimization Engineer or Administrator performs a variety of assignments related to Energy Assessment, Energy Conservation, Facility Optimization, Energy Studies, Energy Conservation, Measurement Verification, Monitoring-based Commissioning, and Commissioning/Validation projects while fostering a collaborative approach to all activities and working effectively with other practice colleagues.\n\nThis role offers the opportunity to grow your plumbing engineer career while contributing to meaningful projects in a trusted, long-standing HEAPY market.\n\nClick Here to Learn More About HEAPY!\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\nPossession of a 4-year engineering or similar technical degree from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent working knowledge/experience/experience as a co-op or intern with an advanced degree in engineering.\nTypically requires 6 - 9 years of related experience (or equivalent working knowledge/experience/advanced degree in engineering) related to plumbing engineering systems in the Built Environment.\nConsiderable experience in utilizing various computer software packages and instrumentation, and testing equipment.\nIdeally, possesses a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification and is working toward or has achieved CEM (Certified Energy Management) accreditation, CxA, CPP, or similar accreditations.\nFor higher-level achievement, other relevant engineering education and credentials are typically desired, such as but not limited to: PE (Professional Engineer) and appropriate commissioning certification.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nEngages in energy studies, including audits and analysis of existing and new building systems (HVAC, lighting, envelope, etc.).\nPerforms system installation, verification, and functional performance testing.\nPerforms onsite validation and review of equipment and controls to identify proper operation and/or opportunities to improve performance.\nPrepares energy calculations, utility rate structures, testing procedures, plans, or reports involving HVAC, lighting, standby power, and other energy-consuming or producing equipment, components, or systems.\nVerifies that owners’ project requirements are met from project design through operations.\nLeads by example in hitting client deadlines and performing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.\nLeverages MEP system knowledge to identify and quantify energy conservation measures (ECMs), working with design teams to recommend efficiency improvements.\nReviews and provides feedback on energy models that simulate building performance and energy usage, ensuring compliance with measurement and verification standards.\nInitiates collaboration with engineering colleagues to:\nSuccessfully develop and perform system installation verification and functional performance testing.\nPerform onsite validation and review of equipment and controls to identify proper operation and/or opportunities to improve performance.\nPrepare and review energy calculations, utility rate structures, testing procedures, plans, or reports involving HVAC, lighting, standby power, and other energy-consuming or producing equipment, components, or systems.\nMentors and supports colleagues in their technical development and professional growth at the request of the Operations Manager or Practice Technical Leader.\nLeads clients’ engagements by translating technical findings into meaningful recommendations, project scopes, and business cases.\nPerforms life cycle cost analyses and evaluates project cash flow and incentive opportunities, preparing clear, visually compelling reports and presentations for internal teams, owners, and decision-makers.\nStays informed of evolving energy codes, policies, incentives, and technologies to keep our clients ahead of the curve.\nSupports documents and submittals for client pursuits of LEED, Energy Star, and other relevant designations/certifications.\nAdditional responsibilities as requested/needed.\n\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT\nAbility to remain sedentary at a workstation for long periods of time while operating a keyboard and using a computer screen.\nAbility to communicate in person, electronically, and via phone with other individuals.\nPossession of Reliable transportation to and from the project.\nAbility to work in all elements of indoor and outdoor environments, which include heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc.\nAbility to access all areas of the job site with activities that include ascending and descending stairs, scaffolding, ladders, navigating elevation changes, etc.\nCapable of working in physical positions that may include maneuvering oneself into different positions traditionally achieved by kneeling, sitting, standing, squatting, bending over, etc.\nAbility to move, transport, or position items weighing up to 25 lbs.\nAbility to apply established protocols and practices in a timely manner.\nAbility to gather, organize, and evaluate information related to projects and calculations (such as energy calculations, percentages, numerical reasoning, etc.)\nNOTE\n\nThis job description is not designed to state or imply that the listed responsibilities are the only duties to be performed by the colleague in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. All responsibilities and requirements listed are considered essential and may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals who request such modification due to disabilities. This document does not create an employee contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.\n\nHEAPY Benefits\n\nBuilt for People, Not Just Projects – a collaborative, colleague-first culture where you can do your best work\nThrive with HEAPY Benefits – premium medical, dental & vision coverage designed with you in mind\nInvest in Your Future – 401(k) with competitive contributions to help you plan ahead\nBe Rewarded for Your Impact – 10–15% annual bonus potential tied to company performance and your contributions\nOwn Your Time – open PTO and paid sick time that gives you the flexibility to recharge when you need it\nWellness Week – we hit pause the final week of the year so you can rest, reset, and reflect\nFeel Your Best – annual wellness benefit bonus focused on your overall well-being\nGrow with Purpose – annual professional development stipend to support your career goals\n\nAbout HEAPY\nColleagues are at the center of everything we do at HEAPY. By engineering more sustainable, resilient buildings, our colleagues are creating healthy environments that inspire and have a positive impact on the community. In this way, HEAPY creates high-performance buildings to help clients achieve not just their goals for form and function, but also around sustainability commitments, recruitment, retention, productivity, and occupant wellness.\n\nOur Colleague First approach encompasses how we invest in our colleagues here at HEAPY, as well as the way we engage with clients. Through active listening, creative collaboration, and support that extends throughout a building’s life cycle, we are creating a more rewarding engagement.\n\nOur national portfolio speaks to the HEAPY team’s MEP engineering, technology engineering, commissioning, and construction administration expertise. But what truly sets us apart is the belief that continually investing in our colleagues is good for our clients, our communities, and our company.\n\nHEAPY’s Colleague First culture reflects an environment in which people feel heard and respected, one where we take pride in delivering upon the core values of our organization. This support enables our colleagues to better guide clients through challenging design decisions and build the trust that enables unparalleled engineering solutions.","company":"Heapy","rawCompany":"heapy","city":"Raleigh","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T15:12:54.658Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.03","title":"Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar","slug":"energy-engineers-except-wind-and-solar"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"238220","title":"Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors","slug":"plumbing-heating-and-air-conditioning-contractors"},{"code":"541350","title":"Building Inspection Services","slug":"building-inspection-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Building Optimization Engineer","description":"Description\n\nJoin Our Growing Team Powering a Sustainable, Well, and Resilient Future.\n\nDo you want to be part of a team that creates inspiring spaces daily? Do you want to join a company creating solutions to build a sustainable, well, and more resilient society? Are you looking to join a Colleague First culture where your strengths are not only supported, but your growth is as well?\n\nIf so, now is the perfect time to join HEAPY — a growing firm driven by innovation, purpose, and people. We’re expanding to meet the needs of our clients and communities, creating exciting new roles and growth opportunities along the way.\n\nAt HEAPY, our Colleague First approach means we invest in your career, well-being, and success. We’re committed to building a more sustainable world through thoughtful design and collaborative partnerships, and we’re looking for team members who want to grow with us while making an impact.\n\nHEAPY is seeking an experienced Building Optimization Engineer or Administrator to join our Colleague First culture. You’ll be empowered to do meaningful work, develop lasting relationships, and be part of a team where your ideas, growth, and authentic self are truly valued.\n\nThe Building Optimization Engineer or Administrator performs a variety of assignments related to Energy Assessment, Energy Conservation, Facility Optimization, Energy Studies, Energy Conservation, Measurement Verification, Monitoring-based Commissioning, and Commissioning/Validation projects while fostering a collaborative approach to all activities and working effectively with other practice colleagues.\n\nThis role offers the opportunity to grow your plumbing engineer career while contributing to meaningful projects in a trusted, long-standing HEAPY market.\n\nClick Here to Learn More About HEAPY!\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\nPossession of a 4-year engineering or similar technical degree from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent working knowledge/experience/experience as a co-op or intern with an advanced degree in engineering.\nTypically requires 6 - 9 years of related experience (or equivalent working knowledge/experience/advanced degree in engineering) related to plumbing engineering systems in the Built Environment.\nConsiderable experience in utilizing various computer software packages and instrumentation, and testing equipment.\nIdeally, possesses a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification and is working toward or has achieved CEM (Certified Energy Management) accreditation, CxA, CPP, or similar accreditations.\nFor higher-level achievement, other relevant engineering education and credentials are typically desired, such as but not limited to: PE (Professional Engineer) and appropriate commissioning certification.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nEngages in energy studies, including audits and analysis of existing and new building systems (HVAC, lighting, envelope, etc.).\nPerforms system installation, verification, and functional performance testing.\nPerforms onsite validation and review of equipment and controls to identify proper operation and/or opportunities to improve performance.\nPrepares energy calculations, utility rate structures, testing procedures, plans, or reports involving HVAC, lighting, standby power, and other energy-consuming or producing equipment, components, or systems.\nVerifies that owners’ project requirements are met from project design through operations.\nLeads by example in hitting client deadlines and performing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.\nLeverages MEP system knowledge to identify and quantify energy conservation measures (ECMs), working with design teams to recommend efficiency improvements.\nReviews and provides feedback on energy models that simulate building performance and energy usage, ensuring compliance with measurement and verification standards.\nInitiates collaboration with engineering colleagues to:\nSuccessfully develop and perform system installation verification and functional performance testing.\nPerform onsite validation and review of equipment and controls to identify proper operation and/or opportunities to improve performance.\nPrepare and review energy calculations, utility rate structures, testing procedures, plans, or reports involving HVAC, lighting, standby power, and other energy-consuming or producing equipment, components, or systems.\nMentors and supports colleagues in their technical development and professional growth at the request of the Operations Manager or Practice Technical Leader.\nLeads clients’ engagements by translating technical findings into meaningful recommendations, project scopes, and business cases.\nPerforms life cycle cost analyses and evaluates project cash flow and incentive opportunities, preparing clear, visually compelling reports and presentations for internal teams, owners, and decision-makers.\nStays informed of evolving energy codes, policies, incentives, and technologies to keep our clients ahead of the curve.\nSupports documents and submittals for client pursuits of LEED, Energy Star, and other relevant designations/certifications.\nAdditional responsibilities as requested/needed.\n\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT\nAbility to remain sedentary at a workstation for long periods of time while operating a keyboard and using a computer screen.\nAbility to communicate in person, electronically, and via phone with other individuals.\nPossession of Reliable transportation to and from the project.\nAbility to work in all elements of indoor and outdoor environments, which include heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc.\nAbility to access all areas of the job site with activities that include ascending and descending stairs, scaffolding, ladders, navigating elevation changes, etc.\nCapable of working in physical positions that may include maneuvering oneself into different positions traditionally achieved by kneeling, sitting, standing, squatting, bending over, etc.\nAbility to move, transport, or position items weighing up to 25 lbs.\nAbility to apply established protocols and practices in a timely manner.\nAbility to gather, organize, and evaluate information related to projects and calculations (such as energy calculations, percentages, numerical reasoning, etc.)\nNOTE\n\nThis job description is not designed to state or imply that the listed responsibilities are the only duties to be performed by the colleague in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. All responsibilities and requirements listed are considered essential and may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals who request such modification due to disabilities. This document does not create an employee contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.\n\nHEAPY Benefits\n\nBuilt for People, Not Just Projects – a collaborative, colleague-first culture where you can do your best work\nThrive with HEAPY Benefits – premium medical, dental & vision coverage designed with you in mind\nInvest in Your Future – 401(k) with competitive contributions to help you plan ahead\nBe Rewarded for Your Impact – 10–15% annual bonus potential tied to company performance and your contributions\nOwn Your Time – open PTO and paid sick time that gives you the flexibility to recharge when you need it\nWellness Week – we hit pause the final week of the year so you can rest, reset, and reflect\nFeel Your Best – annual wellness benefit bonus focused on your overall well-being\nGrow with Purpose – annual professional development stipend to support your career goals\n\nAbout HEAPY\nColleagues are at the center of everything we do at HEAPY. By engineering more sustainable, resilient buildings, our colleagues are creating healthy environments that inspire and have a positive impact on the community. In this way, HEAPY creates high-performance buildings to help clients achieve not just their goals for form and function, but also around sustainability commitments, recruitment, retention, productivity, and occupant wellness.\n\nOur Colleague First approach encompasses how we invest in our colleagues here at HEAPY, as well as the way we engage with clients. Through active listening, creative collaboration, and support that extends throughout a building’s life cycle, we are creating a more rewarding engagement.\n\nOur national portfolio speaks to the HEAPY team’s MEP engineering, technology engineering, commissioning, and construction administration expertise. 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