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Sr Building Performance Engineer

HGA
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Sr Building Performance Engineer

Job Locations

US-CA-Santa Monica | US-CA-San Diego | US-CA-San Francisco | US-CA-San Jose | US-CA-Sacramento

Job ID

2025-3049

Category

Engineering - Building Performance & Building Technology

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

of Openings

Posted Date

2 weeks ago(2 / 6 / 2025 1 : 36 PM)

Remote

Overview :

HGA is an award winning architectural, engineering and planning firm with a full-time opportunity for a talented, ambitious Sr Building Performance Engineer to help lead and grow HGA's Building Performance presence in the West Coast. We define a building performance engineer as someone who is dedicated to the energy performance of the building, either in the design phase or the built environment. This position will include work to perform various duties and responsibilities related to the commissioning and optimization of heating and cooling systems, air and water distribution systems, building automation systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems and other related systems and equipment.

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; and
  • 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 / be a self-starter
  • Ability to identify opportunities and take action without direct supervision
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to work with a variety of individuals
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in managing clients, project teams and project processes
  • Excellent written and verbal skills
  • Knowledge Microsoft Office Suite products
  • Highly motivated to learn more about sustainable practices and is passionate about sustainability and energy efficiency
  • PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • PE, CEM or similar
  • LEED, WELL, and / or other relevant building certification accreditation(s)
  • A commissioning certification from the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), the Building Commissioning Association (BCA), or the University of Wisconsin
  • Experience with automatic controls operation, and troubleshooting
  • Experience in optimizing HVAC systems for comfort, IAQ and energy efficiency.
  • General navigation knowledge of multiple types of Building Automation Systems, for example, Automated Logic WebCTRL, Distech EC, JCI Metasys, Tridium Niagara, and Siemens Apogee and Desigo
  • Knowledge of and experience with CxAlloy
  • Knowledge of current energy and Cx requirements in sustainable building rating systems (LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, etc.)
  • Familiarity with early design phase building performance simulation using software tools such as Climate Consultant, Ladybug and Honeybee for Grasshopper, DIVA for Rhino, COMFEN, WUFI, Therm, Insight 360, or Sefaira
  • Experience with advanced design phase energy modeling, such as Trane Trace, Open Studio, eQuest and IESVE
  • Familiarity with architectural production software : AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-Up, Rhino and / or related software
  • 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 : $107,500 - $147,800

    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. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering. Learn more about us here .

    Equity

    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; from a neutral effect on health, safety, and resources to a positive one. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

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