Building Energy Simulation Analyst

~ Brightworks Sustainability helps our clients capture and create lasting value by aligning their efforts with basic principles of ecological, social and economic sustainability. ~

We provide comprehensive sustainability planning, analytics and facilitation services, helping our clients increase asset value, reduce operating costs, manage risk and enhance their brand, while helping address pressing global ecological challenges. 

Position Overview

Brightworks Sustainability is seeking a Building Energy Simulation Analyst to join our team. This person will perform building energy simulation using software models and calculations to identify and assess energy efficiency opportunities, provide recommendations to optimize building systems, envelope, passive strategies, and controls, as well as to determine performance and complete documentation required for code compliance and green building certification.

The Building Energy Simulation Analyst position is part of Brightworks' Energy Group, reports directly to a Principal and will be assisting other company practices to support their business needs. 

Location: 

This position may be filled in either Los Angeles, CA or Portland, OR. 

Responsibilities 

• Perform energy simulation computer modeling for simple and advanced HVAC systems.
• Provide calculations for typical process and plug loads as well as custom analysis for manufacturing, information technology, and other loads.
• Develop strategies to help project teams achieve certification under the USGBC LEED standard.
• Interact with clients during all project phases. Document and communicate discussions and resolutions with project team members to align deliverables to the project scope.
• Prepare and maintain LEED documentation.
• Prepare and submit Title-24 permit applications.
• Keep abreast of the latest advancements and technologies for energy efficiency, and share knowledge with the rest of the staff. 
• Keep abreast of the latest in energy modeling software and technologies.
• Follow company quality processes to deliver projects that exceed our client expectations resulting in long term relationships beneficial to the client and company.
• Provide input to the senior staff to help win projects and meet the company's profitability criteria. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor degree or higher and advanced degree or specialized training in engineering or architecture.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of intensive experience in building energy simulation.
• Ability to obtain professional licensure (R.A. or P.E.) and accreditations such as CEM or BEMP.
• Ability and willingness to travel. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of at least two of the three of the following programs: eQUEST, Energy Pro, IES-VE.
• Experience preparing and submitting Title-24 permit applications using the performance approach.
• Intermediate knowledge level of building mechanical systems, preferably through experience in design of such systems.
• Experience with modeling advanced HVAC systems such as chilled beams, radiant systems and UFAD is a plus.
• Previous Revit experience is preferred. 

Requirements: 

• This person will have the ability to model the architecture of a building at an optimum energy efficiency level using software such as eQUEST, Energy Pro, or IES-VE.
• Preferably a trained engineer or experienced architect who has moved to simulation for energy efficiency simulation for building design related to most efficient use of materials, HVAC systems.
• The best candidate will have Revit training or experience, along with early energy modeling programs such as Green Building Studio. 

Compensation: Our salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. We are a performance-based culture with a performance-based bonus program and generous employee benefits.

Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance. We contribute to employees' Flexible Spending Accounts and offer a 401(k) plan with many sustainable and socially equitable fund options. We subsidize sustainable commuting options and offer an Employee Wellness Benefit. 

~ Brightworks Sustainability is an equal opportunity employer ~