Senior Project Engineer

Buffalo, NY, USA | Operations Support/PMO HUB | 93007-124009 per year | Full Time

Advance your career with the Stark Tech team. We'll shape your future together

Stark Tech is a total optimization provider of facilities and energy solutions.

Stark Tech leads the market in providing cutting-edge facilities and energy solutions. We integrate systems, offer energy-efficient equipment and services, and provide building analytics to help customers meet sustainability goals. Our large-scale equipment converts waste to renewable natural gas, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, we enhance the utility grid with microgrid and battery energy storage solutions, along with solar development consulting services. Join Stark Tech to be part of the future of energy transformation.

What you can expect We believe your well-being and satisfaction are vital for a fulfilling career. We are gritty, employee, and customer focused. Here are some of the benefits we provide:

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• 401(k) with employer match

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• HSA employer contribution

• Life and Disability insurance

• Wellness Program (participation incentives)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Competitive pay

• Career development

How do you excel in this position

Stark Tech is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Energy who excels by transforming complex customer requirements into actionable, data-driven solutions across HVAC, controls, central plant optimization, and integrated energy systems. You lead projects from early concept through design, pricing, and performance validation-leveraging modeling, analytics, and real-world constructability insight to ensure every solution is technically sound, financially viable, and executable in the field. You collaborate seamlessly with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to protect margin, reduce risk, and deliver high-performance building outcomes. Through mentorship, strong communication, and technical leadership, you elevate both project delivery and overall team capability.

What are we looking for

• Associate degree required; Bachelor's preferred in engineering or related discipline.

• 10+ years delivering building infrastructure, energy efficiency, or distributed energy resource projects.

• Experience leading technical teams and managing cross-functional coordination.

• Professional certifications are highly desirable.

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Expert-level ability in energy modeling, building analytics, load studies, utility consumption analysis.

• Deep understanding of HVAC systems, central plant optimization, and building automation controls.

• Experience developing performance guarantees, feasibility studies, and detailed design documentation.

• Familiarity with M&V practices and IPMVP protocols.

• Skilled in evaluating engineering designs for constructability, cost, lifecycle value, and performance risk.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with industry software tools for modeling, analytics, and design.

• Strong knowledge of codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and influence cross-functional project teams.

• Strong customer-facing communication skills.

• Ability to convert technical value into meaningful business outcomes for customers and internal stakeholders.

Working with us

Our fast-growing organization offers competitive pay, a positive work environment, and opportunities for career growth within the company. If you're a motivated individual with a sense of accountability, resiliency, and a dedication to providing exceptional customer service, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

The advertised compensation range for this position represents what we believe, at the time of posting, to be competitive and acceptable by reviewing comprehensive market data to include industry, and roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the range, wage will be determined by several factors including candidate knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.