Engineer I – Residential Buildings Wanted for Energy Analysis Software Development
By Brett Bumeter - 27.02.2008
Description:
Engineer I – Residential Buildings (Design Tool Software Development)
Requisition #: E5500-1811
Posted: 1/25/08
Summary
An Engineer I position is now available in the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) Center for Buildings and Thermal Systems. NREL is the nation’s primary laboratory for research, development, and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. This position will support residential buildings research, reporting directly to that section’s supervisor. For more information, please visit www.nrel.gov/buildings/residential.html and www.buildingamerica.gov.
Duties
Contribute to the development of building energy analysis software tools. For example, develop a subdivision energy analysis tool (SEAT) to allow users to interactively design subdivision street layouts while receiving real-time feedback on energy impacts; and develop an ongoing building energy optimization (BEopt) software project to identify the most cost-effective options for the building envelope and equipment, photovoltaic systems, and solar water heating systems for single buildings and community-scale applications.
Additional responsibilities include:
Developing and implementing building energy models and algorithms for simulation tools, such as DOE-2 and EnergyPlus
Collaborating with staff on projects in building energy R&D and implementing residential buildings research plans for the U.S. Department of Energy
Documenting work in detailed technical memos and internal milestone reports
Publishing and presenting key findings in peer-reviewed journals and at national scientific meetings.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related discipline or equivalent relevant experience. A demonstrated understanding of relevant experience is also required. Basic engineering abilities in and fundamental knowledge of engineering practices, procedures, and concepts; demonstrated understanding of relevant R&D. Ability to apply basic technical skills and methods to help analyze and solve problems. Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills. Must be computer literate, including programming, interfacing, and software development and/or utilization.
Preferred
Demonstrated abilities in computer programming and graphical user interface (GUI) development, including languages such as VB, NET, Visual Basic, or C#. Experience in building energy modeling with building energy simulation tools such as DOE-2 and EnergyPlus. Ability to work well as part of a team or independently with limited supervision. Desired attributes include: strong verbal presentation and technical writing abilities; sound interpersonal communication; conflict resolution and multitasking skills; creativity; innovation; and adaptability.
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Pre-employment drug testing required.
Submit Your Resume
Please submit your resume and cover letter by email (single document if possible), fax, or mail to:
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Human Resources (Requisition #E5500-1811)
1617 Cole Boulevard
Golden, CO 80401
Fax: 303/384-7570
nrel_employment@nrel.gov (use only for incoming resumes and cover letters; no inquiries)
Please be sure to reference the requisition number for the specific position in which you are interested.
NREL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace.
Job Status:
Full Time
Relocation:
Negotiable
Location:
Golden, Colorado
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