Building Performance Engineer

Location Preferred near Minneapolis, MN (Open to Denver, CO; Tempe, AZ; Memphis, TN; or North Haven, CT)

About the Company

Our agency is seeking a highly technical Building Performance & Controls Engineer for a premier global organization. This is a data-driven engineering position focusing on smart building initiatives and global energy efficiency.

About the Role

We are looking for a candidate who bridges the gap between mechanical engineering and digital automation. The ideal background is heavily focused on HVAC controls, automation logic, and data analytics, rather than traditional hands-on facilities maintenance.

Work Setup & Travel

• Work Structure: Remote/Hybrid. The day-to-day analytics work is desk-based, but candidates must reside within commuting distance of one of our hub locations: Minneapolis, MN; Denver, CO; Tempe, AZ; Memphis, TN; or North Haven, CT.

• Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 10% to support site engagement, global deployment activities, and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Data-Driven Diagnostics: Utilize automated Fault Detection & Diagnostics (FDD) platforms—specifically Clockworks Analytics—to continuously analyze HVAC data, trends, and alarms to identify system faults and inefficiencies.
• Controls Optimization: Review mechanical drawings, system interactions, and BAS documentation to develop actionable engineering recommendations (e.g., control sequence improvements, setpoint adjustments, and scheduling optimization).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead recurring service meetings to present data-driven insights to local facility operations, energy teams, and external BAS vendors or controls contractors.
• Data Visualization: Create clear reports and technical visualizations to quantify operational, financial, and energy impacts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience: 2 to 7 years of experience in HVAC systems, building operations, commissioning, or controls engineering (Targeting ~3–7 years).

Required Skills

• Technical Depth:
• Strong working knowledge of airside and central plant HVAC systems.
• Deep understanding of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and automation control strategies.
• Solid grasp of HVAC sequences of operation and system logic.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting technical information to diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Direct experience with Clockworks Analytics or similar automated FDD platforms.
• Experience navigating advanced, enterprise-level BAS platforms (e.g., Niagara-based systems), reviewing control logic, and adjusting front-ends.
• Familiarity with energy management, sustainability initiatives, or CMMS workflows.

Pay range and compensation package

Pay Rate: $50.00 - $65.00 per hour (W2, commensurate with experience)

Position Type: Contract / Contract-to-Hire

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.