Senior Energy Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield

. Develop energy, water, and greenhouse gas/carbon emission strategies and initiatives for commercial office and industrial real estate clients .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSenior💰 $110,500 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing energy, water, and greenhouse gas emission strategies for commercial real estate, with a strong focus on energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and sustainability practices. Proficient in conducting energy audits, managing data-driven tasks, and producing technical reports to support client engagements and business development.

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Energy Efficiency Strategy DevelopmentASHRAE Level I and II Energy AuditsDecarbonization StrategiesProject ManagementTechnical Writing

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Hard Skills

Energy ModelingData AnalysisCost EstimationBuilding Automation SystemsSustainable DesignEnergy AuditingExcel ProficiencyGreen Power ProcurementRenewable Energy CertificatesEmissions Reduction Measures

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingCommunication SkillsLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSpreadsheetsCalculation ToolsData Logging SystemsLighting/Daylighting Design

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Energy Manager (CEM)Certified Energy Auditor (CEA)Engineer-in-Training (EIT)Professional Engineer (PE)BCxP

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateESG PracticeRetro-CommissioningUtility IncentivesMEP Drawings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop energy, water, and greenhouse gas/carbon emission strategies and initiatives for commercial office and industrial real estate clients
Lead development of energy-saving and emissions-reduction strategies for existing buildings
Identify energy-efficiency and emissions-reduction measures using spreadsheets and other calculation tools
Prepare preliminary cost estimates and calculate energy/cost savings and return on investment
Perform ASHRAE Level I and Level II Energy Audits
Support retro-commissioning of existing buildings
Advise clients and engineers on climate control systems, energy modeling, data logging, building automation systems, lighting/daylighting design, sustainable design, and energy auditing
Interpret energy-efficiency and sustainability ordinances for various cities and states
Review architectural and MEP drawings for existing buildings and systems
Support applications for utility and local incentives
Produce technical and non-technical reports for program compliance and ownership review
Support project teams on client engagements and collaborate across interdisciplinary teams
Review project deliverables for quality, accuracy, timeliness, budget, and client needs
Participate in business development to grow Cushman & Wakefield’s ESG practice
Help shape the ESG practice and mentor as opportunities arise
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in technical field (math, engineering, or science) or related work experience
At least 5-8 years of applicable work experience in a related field
Experience developing decarbonization strategies, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, green power procurement, renewable energy certificates (RECs), and carbon offsets, preferably in commercial real estate
Comfort with managing data-driven tasks in Excel and other software platforms, including complex calculations and estimation methods
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Ability to lead internal and client meetings
Ability to manage changing priorities and multiple projects simultaneously
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong technical writing skills
Strong project management skills
Ability to travel up to 12 days per month
Preferred: Four-year engineering degree from an ABET accredited institution
Preferred: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE)
Preferred: Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Energy Auditor (CEA), or BCxP
Preferred: Direct experience in energy, asset, and/or portfolio management within commercial real estate

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay