HVAC Design Energy Analysis Modeling

Overview

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to HVAC and plumbing design while also developing detailed energy models and conducting energy audits for large campus environments such as manufacturing facilities, hospitals, and water systems.

The focus is on sustainability, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and green building initiatives.

At CDM Smith, we are invested in your success. We offer flexible work options and may consider a sign‑on bonus for the successful candidate.

• Designing systems ranging from basic to highly complex to meet client needs, including HVAC master planning and studies, HVAC and plumbing systems, mechanical systems such as co‑generation, and centralized energy systems.
• Performing other duties such as heating/cooling load calculations, duct/pipe sizing, equipment selections, system layouts, and coordination with other design disciplines.
• Developing detailed energy models and Life Cycle Cost Analysis for various building types.
• Performing Level 1 through 3 energy audits to assess energy consumption, evaluate HVAC performance, identify high‑energy loads, and propose energy‑saving measures.
• Performing site surveys, developing equipment inventories, evaluating proposed energy‑efficiency measures, and recommending improvements.
• Collaborating with sales staff to develop proposals in response to RFPs, reviewing draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices, and engaging with clients to review their current and future design needs.
• Attending conferences, symposia, and similar events to enhance visibility of the firm's products and services in coordination with relevant sales staff.
• Providing technical guidance and training to more junior staff and reviewing their work.

• Bachelor's degree.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Equivalent directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

• Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary environment.
• Ability to read building system engineering documents.
• Experience with a variety of energy modeling software including eQuest and Trane 3D.
• Certified Energy Manager.

Job Title: HVAC Design Energy Analysis Modeling

Employment Type: Regular

Travel: 10%

Job Site

Location:

United States – Nationwide

Work Location Options: Hybrid work options may be considered for the successful candidate.

Minimum: $90,605

Maximum: $158,579

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.