HGA
Overview
East Coast Senior Building Performance Engineer - help shape the future of sustainable building performance at HGA!
HGA is seeking a Senior Building Performance Engineer to lead and expand its Building Performance practice on the East Coast—specifically in Boston, MA or Washington, DC. This is a full‑time opportunity for someone passionate about energy optimization, sustainability, and high‑performance building systems.
What You’ll Do
Lead commissioning of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and automation systems
Collaborate with clients and design teams on decarbonization and energy efficiency strategies at both building and campus scales
Act as sustainability team leader/project manager across sectors like Science & Technology, Higher Education, and Healthcare
Evaluate and improve performance of existing buildings
Support and train junior engineers
In This Role You Will
Develop opportunities for future work, including meeting with clients, writing proposals, developing fees, preparing for and attending interviews and negotiating contracts
Lead strategic client and design team engagements around decarbonization, energy efficiency, and optimization strategies at building and campus scales
Serve as sustainability team leader/project manager, coordinating with interdisciplinary design team members and external consultants on projects in multiple sectors including Science & Technology, Higher Education, and Healthcare
Serve as the lead commissioning authority and lead or perform commissioning tasks and responsibilities as outlined in ASHRAE Commissioning Guideline 0-2019
Perform retro‑commissioning services for existing buildings
Assist in the training and development of engineers
You Will Need to Have
BS and/or Masters degree in relevant Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or other similar degree and demonstrated competencies)
15+ years of relevant experience
Great communication skills
Ability to connect and collaborate with peers across HGA offices on a regular cadence to coordinate workload and support as needed
Strong initiative / self‑starter
Ability to identify opportunities and take action without direct supervision
Excellent interpersonal skills to work with a variety of individuals
Demonstrated effectiveness in managing clients, project teams and project processes
Excellent written and verbal skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
Highly motivated to learn more about sustainable practices and passionate about sustainability and energy efficiency
Preferred Qualifications
PE, CEM or similar
Commissioning certification from ASHRAE, AEE, or BCA
Experience with automatic controls operation and troubleshooting
Experience optimizing HVAC systems for comfort, IAQ and energy efficiency
General navigation knowledge of multiple types of Building Automation Systems (e.g., WebCTRL, Distech EC, JCI Metasys, Tridium Niagara, Siemens Apogee, Desigo)
Knowledge of and experience with CxAlloy
Knowledge of current energy and Cx requirements in sustainable building rating systems (LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL)
Familiarity with early design‑phase building performance simulation using tools such as Climate Consultant, Ladybug, Honeybee, DIVA, COMFEN, WUFI, Therm, Insight360, or Sefaira
Experience with advanced design‑phase energy modeling (e.g., Trane Trace, Open Studio, eQuest, IESVE)
Familiarity with architectural production software: AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch‑Up, Rhino or related
Experience conducting Structural and Whole Building Life Cycle Assessments
Salary Information The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA's robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short‑ and long‑term disability programs.
Salary Range: $121,000 - $161,200
Additional Information HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation.
Equity is a living, breathing part of who we are and what we do at HGA. Our goal is to ensure that every employee brings their authentic self to work, feels a sense of belonging and works collaboratively to support each other.
Sustainability: We are committed to meeting our clients' sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy.
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HGA is seeking a Senior Building Performance Engineer to lead and expand its Building Performance practice on the East Coast—specifically in Boston, MA or Washington, DC. This is a full‑time opportunity for someone passionate about energy optimization, sustainability, and high‑performance building systems.
What You’ll Do
Lead commissioning of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and automation systems
Collaborate with clients and design teams on decarbonization and energy efficiency strategies at both building and campus scales
Act as sustainability team leader/project manager across sectors like Science & Technology, Higher Education, and Healthcare
Evaluate and improve performance of existing buildings
Support and train junior engineers
In This Role You Will
Develop opportunities for future work, including meeting with clients, writing proposals, developing fees, preparing for and attending interviews and negotiating contracts
Lead strategic client and design team engagements around decarbonization, energy efficiency, and optimization strategies at building and campus scales
Serve as sustainability team leader/project manager, coordinating with interdisciplinary design team members and external consultants on projects in multiple sectors including Science & Technology, Higher Education, and Healthcare
Serve as the lead commissioning authority and lead or perform commissioning tasks and responsibilities as outlined in ASHRAE Commissioning Guideline 0-2019
Perform retro‑commissioning services for existing buildings
Assist in the training and development of engineers
You Will Need to Have
BS and/or Masters degree in relevant Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or other similar degree and demonstrated competencies)
15+ years of relevant experience
Great communication skills
Ability to connect and collaborate with peers across HGA offices on a regular cadence to coordinate workload and support as needed
Strong initiative / self‑starter
Ability to identify opportunities and take action without direct supervision
Excellent interpersonal skills to work with a variety of individuals
Demonstrated effectiveness in managing clients, project teams and project processes
Excellent written and verbal skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
Highly motivated to learn more about sustainable practices and passionate about sustainability and energy efficiency
Preferred Qualifications
PE, CEM or similar
Commissioning certification from ASHRAE, AEE, or BCA
Experience with automatic controls operation and troubleshooting
Experience optimizing HVAC systems for comfort, IAQ and energy efficiency
General navigation knowledge of multiple types of Building Automation Systems (e.g., WebCTRL, Distech EC, JCI Metasys, Tridium Niagara, Siemens Apogee, Desigo)
Knowledge of and experience with CxAlloy
Knowledge of current energy and Cx requirements in sustainable building rating systems (LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL)
Familiarity with early design‑phase building performance simulation using tools such as Climate Consultant, Ladybug, Honeybee, DIVA, COMFEN, WUFI, Therm, Insight360, or Sefaira
Experience with advanced design‑phase energy modeling (e.g., Trane Trace, Open Studio, eQuest, IESVE)
Familiarity with architectural production software: AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch‑Up, Rhino or related
Experience conducting Structural and Whole Building Life Cycle Assessments
Salary Information The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA's robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short‑ and long‑term disability programs.
Salary Range: $121,000 - $161,200
Additional Information HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation.
Equity is a living, breathing part of who we are and what we do at HGA. Our goal is to ensure that every employee brings their authentic self to work, feels a sense of belonging and works collaboratively to support each other.
Sustainability: We are committed to meeting our clients' sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy.
#LI-Hybrid
#J-18808-Ljbffr