Optimization Engineer Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA (NOW HIRING)

Green Career Opportunity Engineering Design & Development (Professional Engineer Required)

The organization is a multi-disciplinary, sustainability-focused consulting firm delivering innovative utilities and facilities infrastructure engineering, construction management, and renewable energy solutions. From concept through completion, the firm provides safe, resilient, low-carbon, and cost-effective engineering services that support decarbonization, grid resiliency, and long-term environmental performance.

A culture of continuous improvement guides all work, integrating engineering excellence with health, safety, environmental stewardship, and economic value to create measurable positive impact for clients, communities, and the environment.

What We Do – Sustainable & Resilient Infrastructure Solutions

The firm specializes in the planning, design, and optimization of energy-efficient, low-carbon utility and facility systems, supporting:

Clean energy transition and electrification

Renewable energy integration and microgrids

Grid resiliency and emergency power systems

Sustainable infrastructure and climate-adaptive design

Environmental compliance, ESG, and lifecycle performance

Projects are delivered with a focus on emissions reduction, system reliability, lifecycle cost optimization, and return on investment (ROI).

Culture – Be a Changent

People are the organization’s sustainability foundation. Team members are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and grow while delivering engineering solutions that reduce environmental impact and improve community resilience.

Environmental responsibility and ethical engineering

Knowledge sharing and continuous learning

Innovation in clean energy and sustainable design

Engineers are encouraged to think creatively, challenge assumptions, and contribute to meaningful climate solutions.

Position Overview Engineering Design & Development

The organization is seeking licensed Professional Engineers (PEs) to support the design and development of sustainable utility, electrical, and energy systems. Engineers work across disciplines to deliver projects addressing energy transition, grid modernization, renewable integration, and resilient infrastructure.

Two consultant-level positions are currently available.

Professional growth and leadership opportunities

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Flexible remote and hybrid work options

Required Qualifications Licensure & Education

Active, current Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Licensure preferred in CA, PA, FL, or TX (multi-state licensure strongly valued)

Ability to travel 20–30%

Candidates must demonstrate experience in at least half of the areas below, with an emphasis on green, resilient, and low-carbon infrastructure.

Sustainable Utility & Infrastructure Design

Electrical power distribution, HVAC, and high-performance lighting

Central chilled water and boiler plants with electrification strategies

Heat recovery, waste heat utilization, and system optimization

Steam, hot water, and chilled water distribution systems

Water and wastewater treatment systems with energy efficiency focus

Piping, pumping, motors, VFDs, and automated control systems

Electrical Systems & Power Distribution

Switchgear and panel board design

Low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems

Electrical service to buildings and campuses, including utility feeds from off-site sources

Electrical infrastructure serving multiple sides of buildings and complex campus layouts

Transformers and associated protective devices

Emergency, standby, and resilient power systems

Electrical systems supporting critical facilities, including healthcare environments

Coordination with utility providers, including utility-owned equipment and hospital utility boxes

Interconnection agreements and utility coordination for on-site generation

Clean Energy & Renewable Integration

Solar PV systems, renewable power grid interconnections, and microgrids

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and distributed energy resources (DERs)

Combined Heat & Power (CHP), Distributed Generation (DG), and Co-Generation

Demand Response (DR) and grid-interactive efficient buildings

Energy, carbon, reliability, and resilience modeling

Lifecycle cost and economic analysis

Knowledge of clean energy incentives, rebates, grants, and tax credits

Familiarity with emissions reduction programs, cap-and-trade, and environmental permitting

Air and water quality compliance and regulatory coordination

Technical writing and sustainability-focused client presentations

Proficiency with CADD, Revit, and BIM platforms

Positions may be based anywhere in the contiguous United States

Flexible work-from-home and hybrid options available

Corporate office located in the greater Houston, Texas area

The organization is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who share a passion for sustainability, innovation, and environmental stewardship.