Careers
At kW Engineering, we’re not just a leading energy consulting firm; we are a community of passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference.
Recipe For Success
We believe that the most successful and fulfilling careers are built at the intersection of three key elements: passion, expertise, and customer need. By nurturing our team’s individual passions, leveraging their unique skills, and aligning with the needs of our customers, we create an environment where innovation thrives, and impactful solutions emerge.
Thriving Talent, Inclusive Culture
Our culture is one of collaboration and camaraderie, where engineers and industry professionals come together to tackle challenges and celebrate successes. We’re united by a shared enthusiasm for sustainability, finding personal satisfaction and professional growth in applying our skills to save energy and water in buildings. Whether it’s implementing electrification strategies or championing smart building solutions, we are driven by a common mission: to engineer sustainable energy solutions for a decarbonized world.
Equal Opportunity Employer
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals at all our locations, employment decisions at kW Engineering will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
kW Engineering does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, military service membership, Acquired-Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), AIDS-Related Complex (ARC), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Our equal employment opportunity policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
Current Openings
With a team of over 70, we continue to grow with individuals who not only meet our high standards but also share our passion and dedication to a sustainable energy future.
Engineer - NYC
As an Engineer, you will support energy efficiency projects through data analysis, field verification, and technical assessments. Under the guidance of senior staff, you will assist with planning and executing project tasks, performing basic engineering calculations related to energy use and savings, and developing your technical skills through hands-on project experience.
You will contribute to fieldwork activities such as documenting existing and upgraded equipment and identifying opportunities for energy-saving measures. In this role, you’ll participate in technical analyses that inform program development and project implementation.
At kW we’re proud of our passionate, creative, fun and diverse team, and it is important to us that we continue to find new team members that share the values that make our company an awesome place to work. Our ideal candidate is passionate about energy efficiency and shares our commitment to making a difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in analyzing energy use and identifying trends or patterns related to weather, occupancy, and operational variables.
- Support energy engineers in evaluating building performance, including HVAC, lighting, and controls systems.
- Contribute to energy audits and field assessments by gathering data, performing basic calculations, and documenting findings.
- Help review standardized analysis outputs for accuracy, under supervision.
- Participate in site visits and interact professionally with clients and on-site personnel under guidance.
- Learn and apply company tools, methods, and best practices in energy efficiency projects.
Perform other duties as needed.
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field preferred; candidates with equivalent coursework or demonstrated interest in energy efficiency also encouraged to apply.
- Up to 1 year of relevant experience (internships, academic projects, or related work a plus).
- Interest in building systems, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
- Basic understanding of relationships between energy use.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with solid organizational skills.
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow in a dynamic technical environment.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Open to learning and embracing new challenges.
This position offers a salary range of $70,000–$77,000. The final salary will be based on the selected candidate’s skills, relevant experience, and location.
Senior Engineer - NYC
As a Senior Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering impactful energy efficiency projects. You will develop and review engineering calculations related to energy usage and savings, ranging from basic to advanced levels of complexity. This role involves conducting fieldwork to verify existing equipment, assess replacements, and identify potential energy-saving opportunities across building systems.
You will demonstrate technical expertise in the operation and function of major HVAC components, lighting systems, and renewable energy technologies relevant to energy engineering. Your work will leverage standard methodologies for estimating energy usage and savings, contributing to high-quality deliverables and project outcomes.
In addition to technical execution, you will maintain regular interaction with clients and on-site personnel, representing the company with professionalism and clarity. You will also provide supervision and mentorship to Engineers and Project Engineers, offering support and guidance as needed to ensure successful project delivery. This role operates under the direction of an Engineering Manager or higher, with opportunities for increasing responsibility and leadership.
At kW we’re proud of our passionate, creative, fun and diverse team, and it is important to us that we continue to find new team members that share the values that make our company an awesome place to work. Our ideal candidate is passionate about energy efficiency and shares our commitment to making a difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and review engineering calculations to evaluate energy usage and savings, from basic to advanced levels of complexity.
- Analyze relationships between energy use and independent variables.
- Apply deep knowledge of HVAC systems, lighting technologies, and control strategies to assess building performance and identify energy efficiency opportunities.
- Conduct and lead energy audits, field assessments, and verification activities to support project development and implementation.
- Perform quality control reviews of engineering analyses, reports, and deliverables prepared by junior staff members.
- Supervise and mentor Engineers and Project Engineers, providing guidance on technical tasks and project execution.
- Interact regularly with clients, staff, and Vice Presidents to gather information, present findings, and represent the firm in a technical leadership capacity.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of internal tools, methods, and workflows to enhance analytical quality and operational efficiency.
- Perform other duties as needed.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field required; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., PE, CEM) preferred.
- 5+ years of professional experience in energy engineering, building systems, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of energy use drivers and the ability to analyze relationships between energy consumption and independent variables.
- Demonstrated expertise in engineering principles, building systems (HVAC, lighting, controls), and energy savings calculations.
- Proven ability to lead technical work, manage project tasks, and mentor junior staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting technical findings to clients and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with energy modeling tools, scripting, or data analysis software a plus.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive mindset and a commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.
This position offers a salary range of $90,000–$105,000. The final salary will be based on the selected candidate’s skills, relevant experience, and location.
Product Coordinator - SLC
We are seeking a Product Coordinator to support the development, launch, and ongoing success of kW Engineering’s software products. Reporting to Executive Leadership, this role supports the development of software products by coordinating technical, business, and customer-focused activities that contribute to long-term product success.
Working closely with executive leadership, software development, deployment, engineering, and customer teams, the Product Coordinator supports product planning and coordinates customer feedback, product priorities, demonstrations, and pilot programs. They help keep product initiatives organized while supporting the successful delivery and continued growth of kW Engineering’s software products.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Development & Strategy
- Contribute to the development, launch, and ongoing enhancement of kW Engineering’s software products.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between executive leadership, software development, deployment, engineering, and customer teams.
- Support product planning activities by coordinating efforts that support product priorities and long-term business objectives.
- Coordinate customer feedback, enhancement requests, and product backlog information to support future product enhancements.
- Coordinate product meetings, action items, and communication across teams to help keep product initiatives moving forward.
- Facilitate customer demonstrations, pilot programs, and customer engagement activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve product coordination, documentation, and business processes as the product and customer base continue to grow.
Customer & Product Support
- Coordinate customer onboarding, implementation activities, and pilot projects by working closely with customers and cross-functional teams.
- Maintain tracking for product opportunities, demonstrations, pilot programs, and customer follow-up activities.
- Support external access provisioning, legal review processes, and contract documentation workflows.
- Maintain product documentation, customer-facing materials, sales collateral, and other product resources to ensure information remains accurate and current.
Business Coordination & Reporting
- Prepare dashboards, reports, presentations, meeting agendas, and status updates for leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Support product budget tracking, invoicing, financial reporting, and forecasting activities.
- Coordinate vendor purchase orders, contracts, and related documentation.
- Maintain organized product records while handling confidential customer, financial, product, and business information.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU NEED
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Three or more years of experience in product coordination, program coordination, software implementation, business support, or a related role.
- Experience supporting enterprise software, SaaS products, software implementations, or technology organizations is preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate across technical, business, and customer-facing teams.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience using Asana, Jira, Salesforce, Microsoft 365, or similar collaboration and business management platforms.
- Experience preparing reports, presentations, dashboards, and business documentation.
- Experience supporting budgeting, invoicing, financial reporting, or similar business processes.
- Ability to learn new software, systems, and technologies quickly.
- Experience supporting software products or technology organizations is preferred.
Discover the Benefits of Working at kW Engineering
At kW Engineering, we prioritize the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you in every aspect of your life. Here’s a glimpse of what we offer:
Health and Wellness:
Group health insurance, along with a company-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to cover out-of-pocket expenses, including dental and vision.
Compensation:
Competitive salaries, a 401(k) plan with company match, and extensive insurance coverage including life, accidental death, and disability insurance.
Work-Life Balance
We value a healthy work-life balance, with a standard 40-hour work week. Additionally, we offer generous paid time off and paid holidays, including a community service day.
Career Growth
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and well-defined opportunities for career advancement.
Join us at kW Engineering to be a part of a team that values your well-being and growth!
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact with a career in sustainability?
Whether you’re passionate about creating innovative solutions or skilled in energy efficiency, kW Engineering is the place to be. Apply today by emailing your resume with a cover letter to careers@kw-engineering.com. Be sure to mention the open position and location in your subject line.
Can’t find an available position that matches your expertise? Not to worry! We’re always on the lookout for talented passionate individuals. Email your resume and if your background aligns with our needs, we’ll be sure to reach out when something opens up.