Energy Specialist (May 2026)

MCW Group of Companies•Toronto, ON

64d•$65,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1964 the MCW Group has built a solid reputation for the delivery of Professional Consulting Engineering Services, Energy Management Services, and Engineering Development Services. The systems designed by the MCW Group of Companies are built to deliver energy effectively in the form of lighting, heating and cooling, as well as information in the form of voice and data. By the very nature of the solutions provided, the MCW Group of Companies help to create the environments required for Clients to live, educate, work, play and heal. We have created for our clients the largest block of verified carbon emissions savings of any Canadian consulting firm. For more than two decades MCW Consultants Ltd., and its sister company, MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd. have been providing sustainable building designs with the goal to permanently reduce our clients' environmental footprint and create sustainable communities. Benefits of working at MCW: The opportunity to work on significant, innovative, and sustainable projects Career development opportunities, including mentorship and training Collaboration with team members across Canada Comprehensive health and dental benefits RRSP matching Professional development fees covered Our Company is currently seeking a self-motivated, hardworking Energy Specialist to join our Toronto Office. In this position, you will assist with a variety of multi-year energy management projects. This position ensures feasible measure development through identification of cost savings for the client. This position is expected to begin in early May 2026.

Requirements

A university degree in a relevant engineering discipline, or the equivalent, combined with experience working in a directly related field such as engineering or construction management;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Minimum 0-1 year of relevant engineering experience, including energy balances and calculations, auditing of mechanical, control, and domestic water systems, mechanical and control systems design and analysis, and recommissioning activities
Effective influencing, communicating, and negotiating skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to provide sound and reliable judgment in business solutions
Sound business acumen, including resource management, cash flows, conflict resolution, and contract management
Strong organizational and planning skills
Analytical Thinking - Analyzing complex situations and synthesizing information to understand issues, identify options, and support sound decision making.
Attention to Detail - Working in a conscientious, consistent and thorough manner by identifying obscure details that are important within a context of distracting information.
Client Focus - Providing value- added service excellence to internal and/or external clients.
Critical Judgment - Evaluating ideas and information by identifying and handling ambiguity; while referring to objective criteria to reach rational conclusion.
Information Gathering and Processing - Locating and collecting data from appropriate sources and analyzing it to prepare meaningful and concise reports that summarize the information.
Initiative - Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
Planning & Organizing - Developing, implementing, evaluating and adjusting plans to reach goals, while ensuring the optimal use of resources.
Resilience - Remains energized and focused in the face of ambiguity, change, ongoing, or regular strenuous demands.
Teamwork - Fosters teamwork and work collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
Using Information Technology - Using software and information technology to accomplish one's work.
Writing Skills - Communicating and conveying complex ideas and information in writing to ensure that information and messages are understood and have the desired impact.

Nice To Haves

LEED accreditation is an asset
Familiarity with AutoCAD an asset
Exposure with simulation software eQUEST an asset
Exposure to lighting audits, pre and post utility analysis and measurement and verification services an asset

Responsibilities

Assist with preliminary and detailed facility audits to identify facility improvement measures and/or opportunities.
Conduct facility site visits, analyze current situation and assist with facility improvement measure plans.
Coordinate and communicate with outside consultants and/or contractors.
Assists with the identification and qualification of potential performance contracting projects
Assists in the development of preliminary and final performance contracting proposals
Applies building energy simulation programs to develop energy, cooling, and heating load-building models using modeling software.
Assist with measure design and development through creation of documentation including accurate descriptions, savings potential, and cost estimates
Develop tender documents and design packages which include drawings, specifications and sequences of operations
Support internal monitoring and verification initiatives
Sustaining relationships with building performance and utility program sponsors
Working with the Project Engineer, Program Manager and Construction Manager in support of project implementation
Participates in client meetings and presentations.
Reviews construction documentation (i.e. change orders)
Field reviews of installed systems
Overtime as required