Energy Analyst (SEED)
Core
Create and calibrate high-fidelity energy models for buildings to simulate thermal performance, mechanical systems, and lighting, ensuring modeled energy use matches actual facility consumption.
Role type
Senior Energy Analyst (Building Simulation)
Builds
Production energy models for building performance analysis
Domain
Commercial/Industrial Buildings + Energy Efficiency
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Building energy modeling, HVAC system analysis, lighting photometric calculations, envelope heat transfer, post-occupancy calibration, spreadsheet analysis, SEED Program guidelines
Preferred skills
Variable frequency drive applications, ground-loop heat pumps, direct digital control strategies, quality control process establishment
Technologies
Energy simulation software, Microsoft Excel, Visio, Adobe Acrobat
Responsibilities
Model basic building features including internal gains, zones, HVAC, daylighting, and envelope measures; Simulate mechanical systems with project-specific inputs and partial-load efficiencies; Interpret model output reports for end-use analysis and equipment efficiencies; Calibrate energy models to match actual post-occupancy conditions; Establish in-house modeling quality control procedures; Perform hand calculations and spreadsheet analysis to modify model variables.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC