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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 in advanced data analytics to drive innovation, transform markets, and shape energy policy.
The Building Systems Group at PNNL is focused on performing research and studying the operation and performance of existing buildings and the integration of new building technologies to improve energy & water efficiency, and indoor environmental quality. The group is made up of over 65 scientist and engineers across 6 primary capability areas that include: Building Operations & Control, Building Performance Assessment, Building Sustainability, Building Human Factors, and Building Technology Research, Evaluation and Deployment.
The individual we are seeking to join our team will provide technical contributions to a fast growing team of energy efficiency engineers, scientists, analysts and other technical professionals developing innovative methods to achieve greater energy efficiency in the Nation's new and existing homes, commercial buildings, and appliances. This individual will provide technical support to PNNL's efforts to promote the development, adoption, and implementation of progressive energy efficiency technologies, best practices, protocols, and codes/standards that are designed for clear and consistent interpretation and implementation. The individual will also provide support to PNNL's on-going test and measurement program for HVAC units in our environmental test chambers and Lab Homes residential buildings research facility. Potential candidates with an interest in residential/commercial buildings energy efficiency, technology evaluation, performance testing, heating and cooling systems, ventilation, indoor air quality, water heating, and building control and automation technologies are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
The individual will work with and provide technical contributions to project teams that conduct research in support of residential/commercial buildings technologies with an emphasis on HVAC and/or Water Heaters. The primary client is the U.S. Department of Energy offices, and secondary clients include other agencies, state government, utilities, regional energy efficiency organizations, and private organizations. This position offers the opportunity for a broad range of "hand-on" involvement in activities including researching and developing building efficiency related experiments and technologies. Identifying and helping develop new and improved tools, technologies, and resources for addressing energy efficiency and water needs in buildings; designing training and workshops, developing case studies, programs raining that support the application and use of energy efficiency technologies and best practices.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment
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.
HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement
In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
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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Minimum Salary
USD $85,700.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $125,900.00/Yr.
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 in advanced data analytics to drive innovation, transform markets, and shape energy policy.
The Building Systems Group at PNNL is focused on performing research and studying the operation and performance of existing buildings and the integration of new building technologies to improve energy & water efficiency, and indoor environmental quality. The group is made up of over 65 scientist and engineers across 6 primary capability areas that include: Building Operations & Control, Building Performance Assessment, Building Sustainability, Building Human Factors, and Building Technology Research, Evaluation and Deployment.
The individual we are seeking to join our team will provide technical contributions to a fast growing team of energy efficiency engineers, scientists, analysts and other technical professionals developing innovative methods to achieve greater energy efficiency in the Nation's new and existing homes, commercial buildings, and appliances. This individual will provide technical support to PNNL's efforts to promote the development, adoption, and implementation of progressive energy efficiency technologies, best practices, protocols, and codes/standards that are designed for clear and consistent interpretation and implementation. The individual will also provide support to PNNL's on-going test and measurement program for HVAC units in our environmental test chambers and Lab Homes residential buildings research facility. Potential candidates with an interest in residential/commercial buildings energy efficiency, technology evaluation, performance testing, heating and cooling systems, ventilation, indoor air quality, water heating, and building control and automation technologies are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
The individual will work with and provide technical contributions to project teams that conduct research in support of residential/commercial buildings technologies with an emphasis on HVAC and/or Water Heaters. The primary client is the U.S. Department of Energy offices, and secondary clients include other agencies, state government, utilities, regional energy efficiency organizations, and private organizations. This position offers the opportunity for a broad range of "hand-on" involvement in activities including researching and developing building efficiency related experiments and technologies. Identifying and helping develop new and improved tools, technologies, and resources for addressing energy efficiency and water needs in buildings; designing training and workshops, developing case studies, programs raining that support the application and use of energy efficiency technologies and best practices.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 2 years of relevant experience -OR-
- MS/MA -OR-
- PhD
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years' experience; or equivalent education/experience related to: energy efficiency, building energy efficiency and related codes and standards; building science; building instrumentation, control and field studies; appliance codes and standards, financial and energy efficiency data gathering, analysis, and presentation; utilities planning/oversight, and extensive knowledge of best practices in energy efficient construction and renovation, architecture, electricity infrastructure technologies and policies.
- Prefer an individual with test and measurement experience with HVAC units (other buildings related technologies) and operation of environmental test chambers.
- Strong analysis skills, experience with data acquisition & control systems, energy analysis approaches and software packages, and/or experience with programs that develop and promote technologies and best practices for energy efficiency are desired. The person will have experience in the energy efficiency and or electricity infrastructure industry and will possess a growing reputation working for or with energy efficiency, utilities, architecture/engineering firms, state/local government, regional energy efficiency organizations, research organizations, universities, or others who operate in the residential construction and renovation industries.
- Looking for an engineer with growing technical expertise in building energy systems and/or energy efficiency science. Individual will have the growing ability to apply advanced energy principles, theories and concepts in the fields of efficiency, building control & automation technology, building science, including building energy use, management, and analysis. Individual will have a strong desire to perform "hands-on" research and testing. Individual should be able to demonstrate training and experience in building science with application to residential and/or commercial buildings.
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment
- Work may involve visiting construction sites or working in experimental laboratories located at PNNL or its contractors and collaborators.
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.
HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement
In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
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.
Click Here For Rockstar Rewards
Minimum Salary
USD $85,700.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $125,900.00/Yr.
