Senior Energy Engineer - HVAC Energy Services

Position Location: This role is hybrid remote/in-office and supports our Rolling Meadows, IL branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Chicago, IL area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

As a Senior Energy Engineer – Energy Services, you will:

• Perform or lead preliminary and detailed facility audits to identify facility improvement measures (FIMs) and opportunities.
• Assist sales in identification and qualification of potential energy services
• projects and service agreements.
• Monitor project and service agreement performance.
• Manage relationships with current and potential customers.
• Coordinates and leads facility site visits and communicates basic design
• concepts with outside vendors, consultants, or Siemens Project Managers as
• they pertain to the scope of the FIMs.
• Mentor less experienced energy services staff.
• Develop and review basic design concepts and other written documentation relating to recommended FIMs with sales and management. Validates accuracy of descriptions, savings potential, cost estimates, and back-up data for verifying FIMs.
• Use financial spreadsheets to prepare project FIM-by-FIM cost and savings financial models.
• Work with external partners to secure funding (grants, loans, incentives) on behalf of customers. May participate in committee meetings to provide input.
• Develop customer reports, presentations, and proposals to communicate ROI, lifecycle costing, and internal rate of return.
• Perform or lead preliminary and detailed facility audits to identify FIMs and opportunities. Take equipment measurements (including data logs and equipment trends) or reviews measurements taken by others to develop energy savings opportunities.
• Work with and inform Sustainability Portfolio team on building energy simulation programs and Excel spreadsheet calculations to determine project energy savings. Analyze operational costs to identify operational savings.
• Support the development of preliminary and final energy services proposals.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Provide project development assistance to sell stand-alone energy service projects or for development of sustainable solutions

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related field
• 4+ years of experience in energy engineering
• 2+ years of experience leading energy services teams and mentoring less experienced energy services staff
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams)
• Must be able to demonstrate:
  • Experience working in a team environment providing dedicated support to customers
  • Knowledge of common HVAC and electrical building codes
  • Presentation skills
  • Ability to use data analysis tools to identify trends and patterns
  • Working knowledge of data logging equipment and trending capability of building automation systems
  • Working knowledge of industry standards and guidelines, such as ASHRAE
  • Advanced knowledge of HVAC, building control, lighting, building envelope, and domestic water systems
• Verbal and written communication skills in English
• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred

Ready to create your own journey?Join us today!

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. #LI-TAG #Central-EREF #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here:

The pay range for this position is $82,538 - $141,494 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.