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VIP Structures

Electrical Design Engineer

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Contribute to sustainable design discussions and implement sustainable strategies. * Coordinate and communicate with other team members. Position Requirements * Degree in Electrical Engineering or ...

SOM

Sustainable Design Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Communicates sustainable design and engineering systems ideas to clients and MEP consultants through visualization, imagery and analyses and is able to sustain technical discussions. * Performs ...

Perkins & Will

Sustainable Design Advisor I

Austin, TX · On-site

A degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field to sustainable building design. * At a minimum, attain LEED Green Associate or Living Future Accreditation within 6 months of hiring. If LEED ...

K2 Staffing

Electrical Design Engineer

San Diego, CA

Energy & Sustainability Engineering * Perform energy modeling and calculations to comply with Title 24, ASHRAE, and achieve LEED or NetZero design targets . * Support sustainable design initiatives ...

K2 Staffing, LLC

Electrical Design Engineer

San Diego, CA

$82K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Energy & Sustainability Engineering * Perform energy modeling and calculations to comply with Title 24, ASHRAE, and achieve LEED or NetZero design targets . * Support sustainable design initiatives ...

Epstein

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our firm is deeply committed to community service, green initiatives, and sustainable design. Overview Epstein is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our MEP engineering team. The ...

Epstein

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our firm is deeply committed to community service, green initiatives, and sustainable design. Overview Epstein is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our MEP engineering team. The ...

K2 Staffing

Electrical Design Engineer

Long Beach, CA · Hybrid

Energy & Sustainability Engineering * Perform energy modeling and calculations to comply with Title 24, ASHRAE, and to support LEED or Net-Zero design goals. * Contribute to sustainable design ...

K2 Staffing, LLC

Electrical Design Engineer

Lakewood, CA · Hybrid

$93K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Energy & Sustainability Engineering * Perform energy modeling and calculations to comply with Title 24, ASHRAE, and to support LEED or Net-Zero design goals. * Contribute to sustainable design ...

VIP Structures

Plumbing Design Engineer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Contribute to sustainable design discussions and implement sustainable strategies * Coordinate and communicate with other team members. Position Requirements * Degree in Mechanical Engineering or ...

Salas O'Brien

Electrical Design Engineer

Tustin, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

LEED accreditation or sustainable design experience preferred. * Technical Expertise: * Proficiency ... engineering calculations, including: * Lighting photometric calculations * Voltage drop analysis

Sherwood Design Engineers

Design Engineer I

Petaluma, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design Engineer I CA | GA | NY | CR About Sherwood Design Engineers Sherwood is a civil and ... We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design ...

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How much do sustainable design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for sustainable design engineer in the United States is $88,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sustainable Design Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectSustainable Design EngineerMechanical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Environmental, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering; certifications in sustainability or green building standardsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign firms, construction companies, green building projects, consultingManufacturing, product design, HVAC, automotive, aerospace industries
Industry UsageConstruction, architecture, sustainable developmentManufacturing, energy, automotive, aerospace

The Sustainable Design Engineer focuses on creating environmentally friendly and energy-efficient designs, often working on green building projects and sustainable infrastructure. In contrast, the Mechanical Engineer designs mechanical systems and components across various industries. While both roles require engineering credentials, their work environments and industry applications differ, with Sustainable Design Engineers emphasizing sustainability and environmental impact.

What is a sustainable design engineer?

A Sustainable Design Engineer is a professional who integrates environmental, social, and economic considerations into the design and construction of buildings, products, or systems. Their main goal is to minimize negative environmental impacts and promote energy efficiency, resource conservation, and sustainability. They work closely with architects, engineers, and clients to develop innovative solutions that meet sustainability standards and regulations. Sustainable Design Engineers may specialize in areas such as green building, renewable energy, or sustainable materials. Their work helps create healthier, more efficient, and environmentally friendly environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sustainable design engineer?

To thrive as a Sustainable Design Engineer, you need expertise in environmental engineering principles, green building standards, and a relevant engineering degree, often supported by LEED or similar certifications. Familiarity with building information modeling (BIM) software, energy modeling tools, and life-cycle assessment systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and effective communication skills help drive innovative and sustainable solutions. These skills and qualities are crucial for successfully designing environmentally responsible projects that meet client needs and regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges sustainable design engineers face when integrating eco-friendly solutions into existing building projects?

Sustainable Design Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing environmental goals with budget constraints, retrofitting older structures with modern sustainable technologies, and ensuring compliance with evolving green building regulations. Collaborating effectively with architects, contractors, and clients to prioritize sustainability without sacrificing functionality or aesthetics is key. Creative problem-solving and up-to-date knowledge of sustainable materials and certifications are essential to overcoming these obstacles and delivering successful, eco-friendly projects.
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Infographic showing various Sustainable Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,150 per year, or $42.4 per hour.

Sustainable Design Specialist

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.
Success at SOM Means
  • Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.
  • Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.
  • Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.
  • Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
  • Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.
  • Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Position Responsibilities
  • Act as point of contact for SOM design teams to integrate sustainable design strategies throughout design stages.
  • Performs environmental analysis across multiple projects including by not limited to: energy simulation, UTCI & thermal comfort, visual comfort, natural ventilation and CFD analysis.
  • Contributes to development of firm-wide whole life carbon research, analysis and application to projects.
  • Establishes and maintains SES standard analysis reporting and visualization formats for both operational and embodied carbon.
  • Performs reviews of energy models and other key deliverables from external consultants to verify inputs and outcomes and provide clear feedback to design teams on findings.
  • Communicates sustainable design and engineering systems ideas to clients and MEP consultants through visualization, imagery and analyses and is able to sustain technical discussions.
  • Performs thermal and hygrothermal simulations to support research, innovation and project designs.
  • Advise SES global team on current issues and improvements related to performance modeling, codes and environmental analytics, to continually inform direction for SES services.
  • Contributes to project work plans to incorporate relevant analysis at appropriate project stages to inform design processes and outcomes.
  • Conduct research and evaluations of emerging software and technologies that improve high performance design and its incorporation into SES Team workflows.
  • Directly trains and mentors team members and designers on sustainable engineering theory and tools deployment.
  • Demonstrates knowledge in the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.
  • Contributes to the development of standards and procedures for energy and carbon reduction, including workflow and QAQC.

Leadership Responsibilities
  • Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members' recognized abilities and potential.
  • In collaboration with team members, contributes to a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule.
  • Actively engages in internal professional development opportunities.
  • Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.
  • Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Protects SOM from financial and legal risk.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Minimum of 4 years of industry experience in Architecture, Building Science, Engineering or related fields.
  • Completion of professional degree in Architecture, Building Science, Engineering or related fields.
  • Demonstrable knowledge and use of USGBC's LEED program(s), WELL, and other green building rating programs.
  • Demonstrable technical knowledge of sustainable strategies, including renewable energy and low-carbon technologies, and implementation through building design and construction phases.
  • Proficiency in the following software and applications:
    • 3D modeling: Rhinoceros
    • Whole building energy simulation: IES Virtual Environment, EnergyPlus/OpenStudio
    • Daylight & glare modeling: ClimateStudio, IES Virtual Environment, Ladybug Tools
    • Thermal Comfort Simulation: Ladybug Tools
    • Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
  • Familiarity with the following software and applications:
    • BIM: Revit
    • Building envelope analysis: THERM, WINDOW
    • Computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
  • Demonstrable knowledge of HVAC systems and their suitability to different applications
  • Passive house certification (PHI or PHIUS acceptable), BEMP and LEED Accredited Professional is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, graphic, verbal and written communication skills.

Our Benefits
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance
Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs
Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program
Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development
Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $75,000 to $90,000.
Our Culture
Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm.
We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline: www.som.com/employment_opportunities_and_policy
For more about SOM: www.som.com
Portfolios must be submitted for all design and project management positions (Architecture, Interiors, City Design, Graphics, etc).Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.

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