Engineer II, Policy and Ratings

Summary

Join Energy Solutions, a growing company focused on market-based solutions for energy, carbon, and water savings, as an Energy Engineer II. You will be part of the Policy & Ratings team, supporting the development of building codes and standards using a data-driven approach. This role involves analyzing zero-carbon technologies, performing building energy modeling, crafting market transformation strategies, and supporting senior staff in product testing and report writing. The position offers a predominantly remote work environment with offices in six locations and a diverse team culture with mentorship and growth opportunities. Energy Solutions is committed to creating a positive impact on the energy future and fostering an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• A technical bachelor’s degree with a preference towards mechanical, industrial, electrical, or environmental engineering
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in engineering or work in related area
• Knowledge of Title 24, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, and other energy codes
• Demonstrated ability to write reports, technical papers, and provide technical presentations to knowledgeable audiences
• Experience with data analysis, scripting, and large-scale simulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to observe Pacific Time working hours as needed
• Willingness to conduct occasional business travel (approximately 3 to 4 times per year)
• Ability to work in the US without requiring Energy Solutions to commence or sponsor an immigration case in order to employ you now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Analyze zero-carbon and energy efficient technologies in the context of energy policy, including aspects such as the development of product technical potential and feasibility, energy savings, cost-effectiveness, code compliance, and market barriers
• Perform building energy modeling using physics engines such as EnergyPlus and apply statistical methods and other post-processing analyses (including data analysis and scripting) to results
• Help craft long-term market transformation strategies intended to accelerate the market adoption rate of zero-carbon and energy efficient measures and technologies
• Support senior engineering staff to develop product testing plans, oversee testing regimens at accredited test labs, and perform analysis on test results for product categories undergoing standards updates
• Write reports on technical topics in support of codes and standards rulemakings (e.g., Title 24 CASE Reports, federal appliance standards advocacy comment letters), proposals to change test methods and minimum energy performance standards proposals, code readiness and emerging technology studies, and other public-facing documents
• Work with team members to engage with industry stakeholders to advance product efficiency goals through codes and standards rulemakings
• Support our team in preparing for and participating in public hearings, at the state and national level as well as meetings of national stakeholder groups / working groups and industry committees

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of data science techniques and programming languages, including python, Ruby, Perl, or R
• Knowledge of HVAC and industrial systems
• Knowledge of grid harmonization technologies, demand response, and distributed generation

Benefits

• A diverse and inclusive team culture
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• Collaboration on projects that matter
• Ability to express your creativity and unique perspective
• Learn and grow with the latest industry tools
• Predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations
• Compensation to commensurate with experience with the pay band of $85,000 - $102,000/Annually
• A generous retirement package
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)