Energy Engineer - Full-time / Part-time

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a full-time/part-time Energy Engineer to support energy efficiency improvements on campus. Responsibilities include performing energy audits, managing energy improvements, and optimizing building control systems. Candidates should have a relevant degree or equivalent experience, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities. This position is based in Lincoln, NE and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Position Information

Position Information

Working Title
Energy Engineer

Department
UO Operational Technology-9076

Requisition Number
S_250336

Posting Open Date
04/30/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
05/12/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Description of Work

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, employee and dependent tuition reimbursement, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.

As an Energy Engineer, you will:
• Support energy efficiency improvements for campus buildings to meet the energy segment of the sustainability plan and deferred maintenance goals.
• Review utility bills to prioritize opportunities.
• Perform energy audits and identifying areas of energy waste.
• Recommend, design, and justify energy improvements.
• Manage and commission energy improvements and verify performance.
• Optimize BAS controls sequences to reduce energy waste.
• Support energy segment of recommissioning program and sustainability outreach.
• Review new building designs and support UNL Design Guideline updates.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or permanent residency sponsorship.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's or equivalent education/experience in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field of study or CEM Certification or Associates Degree in a relevant field with 2 years relevant building energy experience.
• Understanding of commercial construction, HVAC equipment and controls, psychrometric processes, liquid and gas fluid flow, thermodynamics, heat transfer and electrical processes.
• Skilled in effective communication and comprehension, verbal and written.
• Strong problem-solving, reasoning, and analytical skills.
• Skilled in in organization and planning with the ability to complete tasks on time.
• Good knowledge of mathematics and its applications.
• High attention to detail and self-motivated is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in demand-side energy management, commercial construction, HVAC, controls, hydronics, psychrometrics, energy modeling, energy efficiency, and/or LEED/green buildings.
• Experience designing and integrating renewable energy systems.
• Experience in construction estimating and/or project management.
• Experience in energy accounting, billing, and commercial utilities.
• Familiar with ASHRAE, IECC, IGBC, WELL and other building design, performance and energy codes.
• Received pass rate or higher on Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
• Certified Energy Auditor, Energy Manager and/or Commissioning Professional.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Yes

Physical Required
No

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No

Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes

Posted Salary
Salary commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Morgan Winfrey-Hansen
morgan.winfrey@unl.edu
402-472-7968

Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional

Job Type
Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date
Position Information

Position Information

Working Title
Energy Engineer

Department
UO Operational Technology-9076

Requisition Number
S_250336

Posting Open Date
04/30/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
05/12/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Description of Work

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, employee and dependent tuition reimbursement, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.

As an Energy Engineer, you will:
• Support energy efficiency improvements for campus buildings to meet the energy segment of the sustainability plan and deferred maintenance goals.
• Review utility bills to prioritize opportunities.
• Perform energy audits and identifying areas of energy waste.
• Recommend, design, and justify energy improvements.
• Manage and commission energy improvements and verify performance.
• Optimize BAS controls sequences to reduce energy waste.
• Support energy segment of recommissioning program and sustainability outreach.
• Review new building designs and support UNL Design Guideline updates.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or permanent residency sponsorship.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's or equivalent education/experience in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field of study or CEM Certification or Associates Degree in a relevant field with 2 years relevant building energy experience.
• Understanding of commercial construction, HVAC equipment and controls, psychrometric processes, liquid and gas fluid flow, thermodynamics, heat transfer and electrical processes.
• Skilled in effective communication and comprehension, verbal and written.
• Strong problem-solving, reasoning, and analytical skills.
• Skilled in in organization and planning with the ability to complete tasks on time.
• Good knowledge of mathematics and its applications.
• High attention to detail and self-motivated is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in demand-side energy management, commercial construction, HVAC, controls, hydronics, psychrometrics, energy modeling, energy efficiency, and/or LEED/green buildings.
• Experience designing and integrating renewable energy systems.
• Experience in construction estimating and/or project management.
• Experience in energy accounting, billing, and commercial utilities.
• Familiar with ASHRAE, IECC, IGBC, WELL and other building design, performance and energy codes.
• Received pass rate or higher on Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
• Certified Energy Auditor, Energy Manager and/or Commissioning Professional.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Yes

Physical Required
No

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No

Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes

Posted Salary
Salary commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Morgan Winfrey-Hansen
morgan.winfrey@unl.edu
402-472-7968

Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional

Job Type
Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date