Lead Sustainability Engineer

1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThis role is located in one of our RMF offices in either: Boston, MA, Charleston, SC, or Northfield, MN.Job Type: On-siteRMF Engineering is an innovative, top-ranked, national engineering firm that specializes in providing design and engineering services for all aspects of building and utility infrastructure construction. RMF offers a balanced benefits package that centers on a stable and professional working environment which includes above standard health and dental insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401K plan.VISION AND GOALSIn response to the industry-wide movement toward more sustainable building and utility systems, combined with prevalent sustainability requirements from our clients, RMF established a formal sustainability practice in 2022 and hired a Director of Sustainability to develop and oversee a companywide sustainability strategy. Our focus in this area, combined with our strong history of existing relationships and engineering excellence, allows RMF to add great value to clients who are focused on ambitious energy efficiency and sustainability goals.As a full-service engineering firm, RMF is well positioned to serve clients with sound guidance and lasting relationships from planning through design, construction, commissioning and beyond. We are passionate about growing our people and our business through these exciting, new opportunities. This position will provide a talented individual with the opportunity to innovate openly, collaborate with a supportive team, and make a real difference throughout our industry.POSITION OVERVIEWThis individual will have a deep understanding of building science with functional knowledge of building energy modeling and building controls. They will be responsible for driving building level sustainability initiatives from project conception through completion, ensuring that all projects meet the highest standards of technical excellence while achieving client-specific energy and sustainability goals. They will regularly interface with the project team, including RMF's individual discipline leads, as well as the architect, owner, and other project stakeholders to guide the energy and sustainability aspects of design. This position will harness the range of our MEP building design expertise and amplify firmwide sustainability knowledge to serve these clients well and have RMF known as the go-to firm for these efforts.ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership in HVAC design optimization, energy modeling, and decarbonization analysis, collaborating with architects, engineers, and building owners to support sustainable strategiesStay abreast of emerging technologies or design strategies and deliver innovative solutions to client energy goals while maintaining implementable and operable designsSupport a team of energy modeling experts and building energy auditors following ASHRAE standards including lifecycle cost and economic viability analyses of energy efficiency measuresUnderstand sustainability certification programs such as LEED, Living Building Challenge, Green Globes, and Passive House and articulate the MEP impacts of each to architects and ownersAnalyze local, state, or federal ordinances (e.g. Boston's Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure, Georgia Peach, or New York City's Local Law 97) and brief owners on compliance pathways through HVAC and/or other building systems design. Identify utility or government-sponsored incentives to offset capital costs of energy/emissions savings projectsStay current with building codes and sustainable design practices and how they intersect and/or reconcile with client-driven design standards and sustainability certificationsEnsure high-quality project documentation and reportingGuide and mentor RMF teams on sustainable design practices, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing, to maintain high standards of work qualityStrengthen client relationships through effective communication and project management, identify new business opportunities, and network at industry events to drive business growthCollaborate with the Director of Sustainability and company leadership to develop and implement building MEP aspects of corporate sustainability strategy, training, and initiativesTravel and perform field work in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, tunnels, and other mechanical spaces that may require climbing ladders and stairwaysRequirementsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Science, Architecture, or a related field5+ Years experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on energy modeling, simulation, and sustainable design principals and applicationStrong knowledge of building codes and standards related to energy efficiencyExperience with energy modeling software such as IESVE or similar toolsBasic understanding of building automation system controls strategy and design principlesExceptional leadership, organizational, and multitasking skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesBenefitsA stable and professional working environment is offered with competitive salary, excellent employee benefits, which include health and dental insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a 401K plan. We are an equal opportunity employer and take pride in the diversity and dedication of our staff.EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17