Energy Engineer - Senior

About the role

Provide leadership and subject matter expertise to Intermountain Health staff and leaders to reduce operating and capital costs in the physical plant system wide. Offer energy, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls expertise on new construction and existing buildings. Interface with internal and external partners as a representative of the Intermountain Health Energy Management Department. Located at Valley Center Tower, Murray, Utah.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex projects system‑wide, collaborating with Facility Management and Facility Design and Construction to lead design, construction, commissioning, recommissioning, operations and maintenance to improve performance and reduce costs.
• Report to the manager or director of the Energy Management Department.
• Independently manage large‑size projects, develop system‑level strategy and direction, and mentor team members.
• Handle all aspects of energy/facility project management: scope, design, budget, contracts, implementation, verification, and utility incentives.
• May directly manage others on the energy team.
• Develop and use standard metrics to assess effectiveness of energy and water conservation efforts.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and commissioning agents to implement projects, strategies, and promote energy optimization measures.
• Teach and train facility management staff and leaders on energy conservation principles and the impact of proper maintenance on energy consumption and equipment life.
• Support Facility Design and Construction and Facility Management by creating standards and guidelines for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, ensuring adherence, leading review of design documents, and leading commissioning/recommissioning of equipment.
• Stay current on best practices, new technologies, market dynamics, and trends; act as a subject matter expert and resource, advising on best practices and process improvement.
• Implement energy‑efficient design and optimization strategies that protect Intermountain assets and operations.

Requirements

• Nine years of applicable experience in facility management, energy management, or construction; OR
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Science plus a P.E. license and five years of applicable experience; OR
• Master's degree in Engineering, Math, or Science plus a P.E. license and two years of applicable experience; OR
• PhD degree in Engineering, Math, or Science plus a P.E. license.
• Education must be from an accredited institution and is verified.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and architectural drawings and plans.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment (boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, air handling equipment, terminal HVAC devices).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to summarize complex technical issues concisely for decision makers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities with many internal customers.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet, email, and scheduling applications.
• Willingness and availability to travel throughout the Intermountain system as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation.
• Certified Hospital Facility Manager (CHFM) designation.
• Certification in building automation systems.
• Certification in building commissioning.
• Experience in healthcare facility design, construction, operations, maintenance, or energy management.

Skills

• Technical expertise in energy, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and architectural drawings.
• In‑depth HVAC systems knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Project management and prioritization.
• Proficiency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, scheduling).
• Travel readiness across the Intermountain system.

Benefits

Intermountain offers a generous benefits package that supports well‑being — mind, body, and spirit — including programs that foster a sustainable culture of wellness (healthy, happy, secure, connected,