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Research Engineer - Energy Engineering Specialist

University of North Carolina Charlotte
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025 CLOSED ON 1/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Engineer - Energy Engineering Specialist position at University of North Carolina Charlotte?

Research Engineer - Energy Engineering Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The vision of EPIC is to meet the education and research demands of a safe, reliable, and sustainable energy future through a strong university-industry partnership. Its mission is to enhance the available technical workforce and advance technology by facilitating strategic industry-university collaboration for the global energy industry, supporting the Carolinas' economic and energy security.

  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
  • The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
  • Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Position Information
General Information

Position Number 004311
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Research Engineer - Energy Engineering Specialist
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Time Limited - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Academic Affairs
Department College of Engineering (Col)
Work Location EPIC
Salary Range $78,000 - $85,000
Primary Purpose of Department
The Energy Production and Infrastructure Center (EPIC) develops a high-quality technical workforce, advances energy technologies, and fosters strategic industry-university collaboration to support the global energy sector and strengthen the Carolinas' economic and energy security.

Primary Purpose of Position
The Energy Research Engineer supports EPIC's national healthcare energy-efficiency program, which provides building-controls analysis for more than 50 acute-care hospitals and maintains a long-standing partnership within the healthcare sector.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
  • Developing energy-efficiency plans in coordination with a project partner.
  • Independently assessing facility performance.
  • Preparing detailed monthly energy reports, and delivering actionable recommendations to facility management.
  • Collaborates with specialized experts to advance systemwide energy-reduction strategies and promote consistent operational performance across all hospital brands.
Minimum Education/Experience
Masters Degree in Engineering and experience with energy engineering and building controls.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Additional coursework or certification in building automation systems, control theory, or energy management is desirable.
  • Possess a deep understanding of building automation systems, HVAC control strategies, and sequences of operation, along with solid knowledge of ASHRAE Level I and II energy-audit methodologies.
  • Familiarity with acute-care hospital operations, facility-management practices, utility rate structures, and key energy-performance metrics is preferred.
  • Strong analytical capabilities to interpret BAS data, utility trends, and operational performance, as well as the ability to independently develop high-quality technical energy reports.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with data-analysis tools and BAS interfaces and experience conducting or supporting energy audits, developing actionable recommendations, and working within complex or mission-critical environments, such as healthcare, is a preferred ability.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
  • ASHRAE Certification
Special Notes to Applicants
The vision of EPIC is to meet the education and research demands of a safe, reliable, and sustainable energy future through a strong university-industry partnership. Its mission is to enhance the available technical workforce and advance technology by facilitating strategic industry-university collaboration for the global energy industry, supporting the Carolinas' economic and energy security.

  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
  • The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
  • Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date 12/05/2025
Posting Close Date 01/11/2026
Open Until Filled No
Proposed Hire Date 02/01/2026
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date 12/31/2026
Contact Information
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • UNC Charlotte Website
    • HERC Job Board
    • Inside Higher Education
    • Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
    • Another Website
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Other
  2. Where did you learn about this posting?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. Do you have at least a Master's Degree in Engineering and experience with energy engineering and building controls?
    • Yes - I have at least a Master's degree in Engineering and experience with energy engineering and building controls.
    • No - I do not have a minimum of a Master's Degree in Engineering and experience with energy engineering and building controls.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  3. Contact Information for References
  4. Research Interest Statement
Optional Documents
  1. Other Document

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.


 

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