Multi-Family Engineer Lead

State of Illinois

  • Springfield, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Job Requisition ID: 49409
Closing Date: 09/12/2025
​Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class Title: MECHANICAL ENGINEER III - 26203
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6.242 monthly; Full Range $6,242- $9,021 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the employee career portal.Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Why Work for Illinois?Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.Position OverviewThe Multi-Family Engineer is a position in the Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program, Office of Community Assistance. This position will lead the multi-family initiative within our program. Multi-family projects in the Weatherization program are an essential part of annual production and the multi-family engineer will work with the Local Administering Agencies to oversee and move this initiative forward. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background with an emphasis in energy savings measures in multi-family dwellings. We welcome interested applicants who can help lead and manage operations in the exciting, innovative, and fast-paced environment. We welcome all to apply.Essential Functions
  • Provide advanced mechanical engineering services for a diverse portfolio of complex multi-family residential projects across the state of Illinois, ensuring adherence to technical standards and program requirements.
  • Perform quality control assessments on multi-family projects, evaluating the workmanship and adherence to specifications for mechanical systems and building shell retrofits.
  • Deliver targeted training and technical support to local administrative agencies on key weatherization processes for multi-family buildings, including data collection, energy audit procedures, and best practices for engineering report documentation.
  • Support the development and review of TREAT energy models for multi-family projects, ensuring alignment with energy audit data and adherence to modeling best practices.
  • Review and validate energy audit modeling assumptions and calculations within the statewide weatherization energy audit and tracking system for single-family and small multi-family projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
  • Exercise independent judgment in the investigation, design, and installation of heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and other mechanical systems for weatherization-funded multi-family dwelling projects, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with project specifications.
  • Provide expert engineering advice and technical support for single-family and small multi-family weatherization projects, ensuring the successful implementation of energy-efficient solutions.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Reguires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college, with a degree in mechanical engineering.
  • Requires two (2) years of professional experience in mechanical engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prefers a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering.
  • Prefers one (1) year prior experience working in the energy conservation field.
  • Prefers one (1) year prior experience in reviewing multifamily dwelling projects.
  • Prefers advanced proficiency in computer applications including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and other computer-based applications.
  • Prefers (1) year prior experience reviewing mechanical engineering reports.
Conditions of Employment
  • Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
  • Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
  • Must have attended or be able to attend the Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program Training and Certification Program (TCP) 10-week training, Building Performance Institute’s Multi-Family Quality Control Inspection training, and other necessary education and training needed to perform duties. Retain continuing education credits to maintain certifications.
  • Requires the completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history form.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.About the AgencyThe mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.Work Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Location: 1 W Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Agency Contact: (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & MathematicsThis position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSUse the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:State employees: Log in to the for State employees and review theNon-State employees: on – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
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