Energy Systems Analyst III

Energy Systems Analyst III

Location: Phoenix, AZ – Relocation Candidates Welcome

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM | Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Travel: Approximately two week-long overnight trips per month

Compensation: $76,860–$102,565 annually + discretionary annual bonus

Additional Compensation: $80/month phone allowance

Travel Expenses: Reimbursed; no per diem

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Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Energy Systems Analyst III for a full-time opportunity in Phoenix, AZ. This senior-level position leads and performs technical assessments of commercial facilities to identify, develop, and support energy conservation and building systems improvement projects.

The Energy Systems Analyst III will lead facility site surveys, manage preliminary engineering activities, develop energy conservation measures (ECMs), coordinate project requirements, and support the transition of projects from pre-engineering through design. This position requires strong technical expertise in commercial HVAC systems, central energy plants, building controls, energy efficiency, and complex facility energy projects

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 4+ years of commercial HVAC experience, and the ability to independently manage technical assignments while providing guidance to less experienced engineers and technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and conduct facility site surveys to evaluate existing building conditions and identify potential energy conservation measures and improvement opportunities.
• Manage preliminary engineering activities for complex energy projects, including equipment inventories, energy conservation measures, scoping narratives, schematic drawings, and transaction document exhibits.
• Evaluate commercial HVAC systems, central energy plants, controls, and related building systems to support energy efficiency and retrofit solutions.
• Apply applicable building codes, industry standards, engineering practices, and technical criteria throughout the retrofit and energy solutions development process.
• Develop project scopes and technical documentation based on site assessments, client requirements, facility conditions, and project objectives.
• Track project status, schedules, deliverables, workloads, and technical resources to ensure internal and external deadlines are met.
• Manage the transition of projects from the pre-engineering phase to the design team.
• Coordinate incoming technical and project information from internal and external stakeholders and distribute information to appropriate project team members.
• Partner with clients, engineers, developers, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to accurately document and communicate project requirements.
• Monitor project resources and performance metrics to support on-time delivery within established project parameters.
• Ensure communications with clients, contractors, consultants, and other external stakeholders are properly documented and maintained.
• Collaborate with energy modelers, financial modelers, developers, engineers, and other technical resources throughout project development.
• Provide technical leadership and supervision to less experienced engineers and technicians while managing assigned projects.
• Support the development and implementation of engineering standards, processes, and best practices.
• Attend and/or facilitate internal and external technical training related to HVAC, energy systems, building systems, controls, and energy efficiency.
• Participate in relevant industry organizations, meetings, events, and professional development activities.
• Maintain a strong commitment to quality, safety, client satisfaction, and successful project execution.
• Perform additional project and technical responsibilities as business needs require.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 4+ years of related commercial HVAC experience
• Experience supporting complex commercial facility energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of central energy plants and control systems
• Experience conducting facility assessments, site surveys, or building systems evaluations.
• Understanding of commercial HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, building controls, and energy conservation opportunities.
• Ability to independently evaluate facility conditions and develop technically sound recommendations.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering standards, and industry practices.
• Strong project coordination and time-management skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
• Ability to lead projects and provide guidance to engineers and/or technicians.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately two week-long overnight trips per month

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading facility survey teams for commercial energy efficiency or retrofit projects.
• Experience collaborating with energy modelers, financial modelers, engineers, and project developers
• Experience developing or evaluating Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs)
• Experience with HVAC retrofit, energy efficiency, or building optimization projects.
• Knowledge of financial plans, project budgets, and financial objectives.
• Understanding of energy markets and energy-related business models.
• Knowledge of energy industry regulations, laws, codes, systems, and economics.
• Experience supervising or mentoring engineers and technical professionals.
• Active participation in energy, engineering, facilities, or building systems industry organizations.

Travel Requirements

This position requires approximately two week-long overnight trips per month to support facility surveys, project assessments, and other business needs. All approved business travel expenses are reimbursed; no per diem is provided.

Why Work With Wheeler Staffing Partners

Wheeler Staffing Partners connects engineering, energy, construction, facilities, and technical professionals with leading organizations nationwide. We are committed to helping candidates find opportunities that provide professional growth, challenging technical work, and long-term career potential. xhyhwjd

Qualified Mechanical Engineering professionals with experience in commercial HVAC, energy efficiency, central energy plants, building controls, and complex facility energy projects are encouraged to apply.