Energy Analyst

About the role

As part of our growth, we are currently looking for a motivated Energy Analyst with 0-2 years experience to join our Energy Modeling group within our Energy & Sustainability Division.

The Energy Analyst will support Energy Project Managers and will be involved in high-profile green projects - locally, nationally, and internationally - with the opportunity to work with major real estate developers, award-winning design firms, and top tier construction companies.

The Analyst will also be a technically proficient team player integrated into a team of talented SOCOTEC professionals who have completed over 500 LEED projects worldwide, at the forefront of energy and materials innovation, and have been actively involved in the U.S. Green Building Council since its inception.

This position will report to a manager within our Energy division and will involve a variety of general functions, including but not limited to:

• Learn modeling procedures of SOCOTEC
• Model buildings using eQuest, DOE-2 and/or EnergyPlus
• Train in areas related to modeling (e.g., on architectural issues if the main experience is HVAC)
• Document and maintain well written reports on project related activity
• Communicate effectively and establish relationships with job related management teams
• Provide cross-functional support to ensure client needs and internal timelines/project activities are completed
• Maintain detailed documents and progression of work from beginning through completion
• Attend in-house seminars and scheduled team meetings
• Maintain established utilization levels
• If desired by the Energy Analyst and acceptable to their Energy Project Manager(s), a hybrid work option is available. Remote work would be balanced with the necessary training and mentorship for the position and video communication for meetings would be expected.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Civil Engineering, or Physics; Architectural degree may be acceptable but familiarity with MEP design is required.
• Knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and HVAC equipment;
• Experience with building energy modeling using DOE-2, eQuest or EnergyPlus preferred;
• Familiarity with building design drawings and construction;
• Excellent analytical abilities;
• Written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficient in Microsoft software, particularly Excel;
• Basic AutoCAD and Revit skills;
• THERM, WUFI, CFD knowledge is a plus;
• Computer programming knowledge is a plus as SOCOTEC often utilizes and develops custom analysis tools

Please note that this is a technical consulting position, NOT a design position

Additional Information

SOCOTEC offers a competitive benefits package and an exciting & inclusive company culture where we foster learning and growth through our mentorship program, continuing education support, and other initiatives.

Job Type: Full-Time, 4 days in office with one hybrid/ remote day

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.