Building Energy Research Engineer Ii

at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Boise, Idaho, United States

Overview

The Electricity Infrastructure and Buildings Division of PNNL is accelerating the transition to a decarbonized, efficient, resilient, and secure energy system through basic and applied research. We leverage a strong technical foundation in power and energy systems and advanced data analytics to drive innovation, transform markets, and shape energy policy.

The Buildings Systems Group is seeking an experienced Building Energy Research Engineer to conduct research and provide technical support in the areas of buildings decarbonization, energy and water systems performance evaluation, technology testing and demonstration, and systems integration planning for federal and commercial facilities. The successful candidate will use their technical expertise and data analysis skills to test new assessment methods for energy and water building systems and infrastructure; modeling to analyze building performance and technology planning scenarios for efficiency and resilience; and testing/demonstration of new technologies that enable more efficient building performance.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will apply science and engineering theories and develop technical approaches to solve building performance research challenges. Contribute to the development of sections of technical products, such as technical reports and journal articles, and presenting at conferences and technical forums. Manage small to moderate projects and/or project tasks. The individual will team with multi-disciplined staff from across the laboratory to share resources and optimize approaches. Generate ideas for new proposals and participates in business development activities. Enhance technical/professional skills of junior staff through active mentoring and training.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

+ BS/BA and 2 years of relevant experience OR

+ MS/MA OR

+ PhD

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates are encouraged to apply if they meet several of the preferred qualifications below, but do not need to meet all.

+ Graduate degree in mechanical engineering, buildings sciences, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or related field.

+ Practical experience analyzing building- or campus-scale energy and water systems, including design, commissioning, operations and maintenance, or auditing (e.g. ASHRAE level 2).

+ Experience using whole-building modeling tools (e.g. eQUEST, Energy Plus) to identify retrofit opportunities.

+ Experience analyzing building control system data to optimize HVAC performance and use of diagnostic and prognostic methods to enable more timely and proactive operation and maintenance of building systems.

+ Experience with miscellaneous electric loads and consumer electronics power management, measurement and estimation, and power conversion.

+ Experience setting up experimental research and technology demonstrations.

+ Basic programming skills for data analysis (e.g. Python, R).

+ A track record of using a collaborative approach to problem-solving and the ability to work well with geographically distributed and interdisciplinary teams.

+ Experience interacting and communicating effectively with clients.

+ Demonstrated ability to write concisely and clearly.

+ A passion for learning and innovation to advance building systems energy efficiency.

+ Willingness to travel domestically for field work, including to U.S. military installations.

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

None

Additional Information

Due to business needs and client space, US Citizenship is required.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign Visits & Assignments Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements.

Testing Designated Position

This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov .

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

Mandatory Requirements

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a "country of risk" without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

Rockstar Rewards

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

• Research Associates excluded.

**Once eligibility requirements are met.

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