Building Optimization Engineer

Building Optimization Engineer – Problem-Solving Meets Performance Excellence

At Systems West Engineers (SWE), we are seeking a Building Optimization Engineer who thrives in problem-solving, precision, and driving high-impact results. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for what works and what doesn’t and the determination to see projects through to completion.

As a Building Optimization Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting commissioning, field services, system performance evaluation, and MEP advisory services—ensuring buildings perform at their most optimal state. This position offers the opportunity to tackle complex challenges in HVAC/MEP systems, guiding both internal and external teams toward practical and high-performing solutions.

Your Strengths & Impact

Technical Expertise & Problem-Solving

You’re someone who analyzes details, pinpoints inefficiencies, and provides sound judgment on system performance. The right-fit candidate will bring:

• Experience in HVAC system design, commissioning, or troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of construction processes, controls, and sequences of operation
• Ability to evaluate technical data, identify patterns, and drive high-quality decisions
• Expertise in centralized systems (boilers, chillers, steam, etc.), healthcare, and laboratories

Drive for Execution & Results

You take ownership of challenges and follow through until systems are optimized and operating effectively. The right-fit candidate will:

• Methodically test, diagnose, and improve system performance
• Work hands-on in the field, ensuring projects meet SWE’s high standards
• Communicate findings clearly through technical writing and reporting
• Stay focused on delivering outcomes that improve building efficiency

Who You Are

• A trusted advisor who builds strong client and team relationships
• A proactive communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment
• A leader-by-action, committed to continuous improvement and problem-solving
• This role offers leadership advancement opportunities in senior management or as a technical subject matter expert. If you are detail-oriented, resilient, and driven by both precision and persistence, we’d love to meet you.

Let’s optimize performance—together.

Minimum Qualifications to be considered: 

• Professional Engineering (PE) license in mechanical engineering; or electrical engineering with strong HVAC expertise.
• Proven technical knowledge in mechanical HVAC building systems. 

Compensation and Benefits 

This is a full-time, exempt position. Competitive salary starting at $90,000, DOE. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K retirement plan with employer contributions and company performance bonus. 

Position Location 

This position reports to our Bend, Oregon office. The candidate will be expected to reside within a reasonable local location to accommodate consistent in-office participation. Additionally, flexible hybrid schedules are commonplace and accommodated for most positions. At Systems West, hybrid means you live locally and have the option to work from home.  

ABOUT US 

Systems West Engineers is a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, designers, and technicians delivering thoughtful, effective solutions to complex MEP building systems. We show up as a leading team player in the network of contributors, always serving as a resource to elevate the work of others. 

As a member of our team, you’ll consistently hear us refer to our values — they serve as our decision-making code and inform our behavior from business operations to our designs and commissioning work. Our values include support community, pursue excellence, work effectively, be responsible, serve our clients, sustain the environment, and think creatively. 

We pursue the creative challenges that make for an engaging, collaborative work experience, and we’re excited to share those endeavors with each new member of our team. We believe transparency is essential to achieve stability — to us, that’s more than work-life balance, but also the peer support system that allows each of us to thrive. Over the long haul, we encourage you to identify your own unique development goals, then we offer the resources that enable your individual growth. 

Workforce Diversity 

At SWE, we are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental principles. Our organization prioritizes workforce diversity to build an inclusive culture, promote equity, and drive innovation. We value diverse representation across all levels of leadership and staff positions. 

Our workplace accommodates diverse needs with flexible work schedules, and provisions for maternity and paternity leave. We believe in empowering all employees to thrive in a culturally responsive and supportive environment while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. 

As part of our dedication to equity, SWE maintains a strict non-discrimination policy, offering equal employment opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran status. 

Join us at SWE, where we don’t just work; we build a stronger, more inclusive future together.