What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Performance Engineer/Technician position at Baumann Consulting?
The Building Performance Engineer/Technician will play a critical role in supporting building owners and operators to enhance energy efficiency and reduce operational costs. This role will focus on providing on-site technical support, implementing energy-saving measures, and optimizing building systems to improve energy performance. The Engineer/Technician will collaborate closely with building management and engineering teams to identify opportunities for improvement, monitor system performance, and execute actionable solutions that lead to long-term energy savings.
The overall objective of this position is to coordinate and support the various tasks related to Existing Building Decarbonization. The Building Performance Engineer/Technician must have an in-depth understanding of the local HVAC industry.
Main responsibilities of the Building Performance Engineer/Technician include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor building systems, equipment, and operations to ensure optimal energy performance.
- Perform energy audits and building assessments to identify inefficiencies, operational changes, and areas of improvement.
- Gather and analyze data from building systems (BAS, lighting, water systems, etc.) to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for operational optimization.
- Coordinate implementation of operational changes, including BAS setpoint adjustments, lighting schedules, and equipment calibrations to reduce energy consumption and improve system performance.
- Work with building owners, operators, and facility management teams to prioritize and implement energy-saving solutions.
- Assist with troubleshooting building systems to identify faults and recommend cost-effective solutions to enhance energy performance.
- Ensure that energy-saving measures align with sustainability goals and comply with relevant energy codes, standards, and regulations such as DC BEPS.
- Provide detailed reports on energy consumption, system performance, optimization strategies, and recommended actions. Track progress and savings realized from implemented measures.
- Educate building staff on best practices for energy efficiency, including routine maintenance tasks that can help improve operational performance.
Requirements and Qualifications
The position requires the ability to work independently and in a team and gives tremendous room for personal growth and professional development within our growing company.
The following qualifications are required:
- Bachelor’s degree in building systems, technology, energy management, mechanical engineering, or a related field plus 5 years of relevant experience in building performance, energy management or a similar technical role
or;
- Energy management associate degree with 10 years of relevant experience in building performance, energy management, or a similar technical role
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems, lighting controls, building automation systems, and energy management software.
- Familiarity with energy auditing procedures and verification practices for energy-saving measures.
- Strong technical knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, lighting, and water systems.
- Proficiency in data analysis and using energy monitoring software or building automation systems.
- Ability to identify and implement operational changes that improve energy efficiency.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication skills for working with building owners, managers, and on-site staff.
- Ability to work independently and in team environment.
- Ability to independently perform on-site inspections and walk through buildings.
- Note this job will require OSHA training, provided to new hires.
- Comfortable working in a variety of environments, including mechanical rooms, rooftops, and tight spaces.
- Ability to lift and carry tools or equipment up to 25 pounds.
The following qualifications are preferred:
- Certification in energy management (e.g., CEM, BEAP, or similar).
- Experience with building automation systems or energy management systems.
- Knowledge of building energy codes, sustainability certifications, and green building practices.