Energy Analyst

About Delta E Consulting:

Established in 2023 in Seattle, WA, Delta E’s journey began with a clear vision—fostering collaborative partnerships that extend beyond traditional consulting boundaries. Standing as a beacon of progress, Delta E symbolizes the convergence of different elements, bringing diverse expertise to create holistic and sustainable solutions. With a focus on innovation through expertise, sustainability, and excellence, Delta E stands for progressive change with an unwavering commitment to client success.

Delta E is an early startup, though the core staff includes seasoned industry professionals, and the company sees big opportunity for growth. You should expect to wear multiple hats and be prepared to stretch your comfort zone. In return, you will be given lots of opportunity for growth and chances to shape a quickly growing consulting firm.

https://deltaeconsulting.com/

Role Overview:

Delta E is seeking an energy modeling professional to join our growing Energy Services Studio. The qualified candidate will have a background in energy-efficient building system design and simulation, energy codes, and green building rating systems. A base knowledge of HVAC and lighting systems, building control systems, energy conservation measures and building energy simulation programs is expected. Excellent communication skills, the ability to provide excellent client service and a commitment to sustainable design are essential for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead energy consulting coordination across multidisciplinary teams for a variety of project types and scopes, including energy code compliance, certification with sustainability protocols (LEED, Living Building Challenge, Built Green, Green Globes, etc.), life cycle cost analyses, decarbonization studies, Zero Energy and Zero Carbon analysis and consulting, energy audits, and other operational energy and carbon related work as needed.
• Utilize simulation software to model and analyze energy systems for a diverse range of project types (multifamily, commercial, laboratory, education, healthcare, industrial, etc.). Understand the limitations or advantages of the different modeling tools available to determine the most appropriate tool to utilize based on specific project needs, systems, and other considerations.
• Engage with clients and multi-disciplinary project teams to integrate energy and carbon-efficient strategies into project designs.
• Create documentation for building permits for energy code compliance under multiple jurisdictions and code cycles. Use appropriate professional engineering judgement to apply code interpretations or pursue code alternate requests or clarifications if needed.
• Compile documentation for sustainability certifications as needed, including creating and documenting exceptional calculations if necessary.
• Participate in internal and external education efforts around energy and sustainability topics.
• Maintain a commitment to lifelong learning, including new technologies and trends related to building construction, sustainability, and energy analysis.
• Keep abreast of Washington's Clean Building Performance Act and Seattle Building Emissions Performance Standards, helping ensure clients are educated and supporting project teams and designs ability to current and future regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in whole building energy modeling within the construction industry.
• A strong commitment to holistic sustainable design principles and outcomes.
• Experience with energy analysis simulation software (experience with all not required): eQUEST, IESVE, EnergyPlus/OpenStudio.
• Strong background in energy-efficient system design and simulation, LEED rating systems, energy analysis studies, and energy management & incentive programs.
• Solid understanding of HVAC systems and controls.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to provide excellent client service.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and the Microsoft Office suite of products including Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint.
• Expert knowledge of Washington State and City of Seattle energy codes.
• Familiarity with Washington Clean Building Performance Act and Seattle Building Emissions Performance Standards.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication and client service abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Robust project management and quality control skills.
• Independent worker with a startup mentality, ready to tackle challenges head-on.
• Strong commitment to sustainable design principles.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or similar related field of study, or equivalent work experience.
• PE license, BEMP, and/or LEED AP credentials.
• CPHC and Passive House experience.
• Experience with utilizing programming/scripts with energy modeling tools, including Open Studio’s parametric analysis tool and measures.
• Interest in optimizing workflows and creating tools and scripts to streamline processes and quality control.
• Extensive experience with Bluebeam, including use of custom fields and toolsets.
• Experience achieving code alternate requests or negotiating with local jurisdictions around code requirements, including substantial alteration projects in Seattle.
• Experience with existing buildings, including Level 2 ASHRAE energy audits.
• Experience with heat pump technology performance validation in existing buildings.
• Experience or strong interest in marginal carbon emissions analysis, grid interactive building design, and building resilience.
• Experience modeling photovoltaic PV systems (e.g. solar shading studies).
• Experience or strong interest in quantifying embodied carbon impacts of buildings, including for MEP systems and refrigerants.
• Strong interest in active participation in code and policy development.
• Experience modeling district energy systems.
• Experience working at campus or portfolio scale.

What We Offer:

Remote work and Flexible Hours:

We believe in life/work balance and encourage flexibility to allow all employees to support their personal needs. We believe in managing through results and outcomes, and while you will be expected to complete work and support meetings and deadlines as needed, we strive to create an environment where you can flex your schedule to your needs.

You will generally be expected to be available during core business hours of 10-3, but we allow you to flex your time forward or back as needed.

While we are fully remote now, we are seeking individuals located in the Seattle area to support in-person meeting attendance as needed, and long term, we intend to grow to have a physical office in Seattle and would like to develop a high-impact hybrid approach.

We are open to discussing full or part time employment options.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance plan with medical, vision, and dental insurance (premiums covered for employees and 50% of premiums covered for dependents)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible remote work environment and schedule

Application Process:

Please email your resume and a cover letter to careers@deltaeconsulting.com.

We strive to write our job ads in an inclusive way to ensure that candidates with unique experience feel encouraged to apply, as we believe strongly that diversity in our staff and experiences lead to the best business outcomes.

If you think you are a good fit for our company and the role, but don’t meet all of the required qualifications, please apply and tell us more in a brief cover letter.

Inclusion and Belonging:

We are a women-owned firm and an equal opportunity employer, and are committed to prioritizing diversity, inclusion and belonging in our hiring and company culture.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with WA State and Seattle energy codes?

Experience:

• Building energy modeling (using eQUEST, EnergyPlus, etc.): 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LEED AP (Preferred)
• BEMP (Building Energy Modeling Professional) (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote