All Things Urban

Berkeley Lab fosters groundbreaking fundamental science that enables transformational solutions for energy and environment challenges, using interdisciplinary teams and by creating advanced new tools for scientific discovery. In the world of science, Berkeley Lab is synonymous with “excellence.”

Berkeley Lab’s Building Technology and Urban Systems (BTUS) Division has an opening for Scientific Engineering Associate!

In this role, you will apply energy modeling techniques to simulate and evaluate performance of buildings and apply data-driven approaches to analyze building performance data. We are looking for a strong background in building performance simulation using EnergyPlus and data analytics using data tools or customized scripting.

The BTUS Division advances energy efficiency in the built environment—one of the world's most critical energy and environmental challenges. Through research, partnership programs, and software tools, we promote energy and cost savings while improving comfort, health, and safety.

• Develop EnergyPlus simulation models based on building plans, drawings and specifications.
• Run and quality control EnergyPlus models.
• Analyze simulation results and troubleshoot issues.
• Analyze buildings data using data-driven approaches to extract insights.
• Collaborate with team members on joint tasks and activities.
• Present simulation results at project and team meetings.
• Contribute to the writing of technical reports or conference papers.

What is Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience or the equivalent combination or education and experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience using EnergyPlus to model and evaluate the performance of building technologies.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of data analytics to analyze building data.
• Programming knowledge of Python or C++.

What We Desire:

• Master’s Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or a related field in Building Science and Technologies.
• Knowledge of OpenStudio or other building energy modeling tools.

This is a full time, M-F, exempt from overtime pay (monthly paid), 1 year, Term appointment with the possibility of extension for up to a maximum of 5 years based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

We’re not fully sure whether this role is open to international candidates. If you would need visa sponsorship or work authorisation, we recommend checking directly with the employer before applying.