Energy engineering

PARTNER delivers engineering, environmental, energy consulting, and design services across the Americas, Europe, and beyond. As a leader in the commercial real estate industry, we are 1,600+ professionals strong across 40+ offices.

If you value solving complex problems, delivering exceptional client service, and working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment, you’ll feel right at home here. Our people and culture have earned recognition on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms, Inc. The Energy Engineer I is an entry‑level role that supports PARTNER’s Energy & Sustainability team in the execution of energy efficiency, ESG, benchmarking, and green building certification projects. This position provides hands‑on experience across a variety of technical consulting assignments, including utility benchmarking, energy and water audits, building data analysis, commissioning support, and sustainability reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career engineer who is interested in developing technical expertise in building systems, energy efficiency, and commercial real estate sustainability.

Support energy and water benchmarking, ESG reporting, climate resiliency studies, and sustainability assessments

Collect, organize, and analyze utility data for energy, water, and emissions reporting

Assist with site data collection, field verification, and building information gathering through site visits and remote coordination

Support preliminary energy and water audits, commissioning tasks, and green certification documentation

Conduct research on building systems, energy conservation measures, utility incentives, and sustainability program requirements

Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal team members to obtain project information and schedule tasks

Track project deadlines, document status, and deliverable schedules in internal systems

Maintain target utilization goals and meet project deadlines

Adhere to company policies, procedures, and values

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification or progress toward EIT

Internship, co‑op, or academic project experience related to energy, sustainability, HVAC, building systems, or commercial real estate

Familiarity with energy benchmarking platforms, ESG reporting, or green building program

Interest in energy efficiency, sustainability, and building performance

Basic understanding of building systems, including HVAC, lighting, controls, and envelope systems

Willingness to learn field procedures, technical tools, and consulting workflows

Ability to read printed materials and electronic documents

Ability to travel up to 20% for site visits and project‑related activities

Ability to climb ladders and stairs as needed during field work

Ability to work outdoors and in non‑conditioned building or mechanical spaces on occasion

The pay scale for this role considers a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive bonus program which is dependent on various factors, including, but not limited to, individual and organizational performance.

Competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation, and sick time, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Partner Engineering & Science, Inc. is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual’s race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), reproductive health decision making, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.