Position: Engineering Co-op Student (Spring 2025)

Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Position: Information Systems Specialist II

Position: Project Manager, Renewables

Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Position: Market Research & Market Modeling Project Managers

LOCATION: Portland, OR

PAY RANGE: $95,543 – 121,601

APPLICATION WINDOW CLOSES: 11/17/24

I am hiring two Market Research & Market Modeling Project Managers in Portland, OR! The jobs are open until November 17, 2024.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are unfamiliar with federal employee applications and have never submitted one before, I highly encourage you to reach out to someone in your network that is a current or former BPA employee that can give you advice on best practices for applying.

THE TEAM:

The values and culture of this team are what I love most about working at BPA and why I have stayed for 10 years. The culture of the team is a good fit for proactive communicators and planners, those who are willing to lean in and initiate, those who want to take ownership over their work and create real impact, and those that can think about the big picture while also digging into the weeds. We are a team of people who love to be strategic and plan ahead. Come join this awesome team of “smart doers” that cares about our work and has fun while doing it!

THE ROLES:

The market research and market modeling project managers are responsible for leading technical teams to build market models that represent the total energy conservation resource from different markets. By providing valuable insights on how much energy conservation is happening in different markets and how these markets are changing over time, this research allows regional programs to maximize their impact and helps the region plan for future generation and capacity needs. These people will oversee the day-to-day of projects performed by BPA’s research consultants, manage contracts and budgets for our research consultant and expert panel consultants, set the vision for project strategies and oversee execution of several market research studies. These people will work closely with the Market Research Team Lead (Joan Wang).

Position: Compressed Air Audit - Energy Assessment Engineer

How to apply: Send your resume to apply@camtechnologies.com OR visit www.camtechnologies.com

Work location: Undetermined

Travel Required: Yes; ~ 50%

Compensation: $80,000.00 – $120,000.00

About CAM Technologies:
CAM Technologies solves the most difficult engineering challenges found in compressed air systems through comprehensive analysis, design, controls, and automation. Our team forges lasting customer relationships to deliver innovative data-driven solutions, maximizing compressed air system efficiency and reliability while minimizing operating costs. Our vision is to create a more sustainable world as the industry leading partner in compressed air management that people want to work with and work for.

About the job:
CAM Technologies is looking for an Assessment Engineer, ready to research, analyze, develop, and implement assessments to help deliver energy and cost-saving solutions for our customers. This role serves to identify opportunities for improvement within industrial compressed air systems, including quantifying energy savings opportunities, identifying production improvement opportunities, and documenting these opportunities in order to underscore the impact for our customers.

Responsibilities:
• Independently leads comprehensive (e.g. supply side and demand side), on-site compressed air system assessments at customer facilities
• Develops rapport and trust with customers to understand their needs, production requirements, and planned changes within their compressed air system
• Gathers required system data and information, including pressure, power, flow, and air quality, to properly baseline system performance
• Processes, analyzes data and conducts engineering calculations to accurately determine baseline system performance
• Identifies opportunities for efficiency and reliability improvements throughout the compressed air system
• Quantify savings and impact of associated opportunities identified during the assessment.
• Works with data logging equipment throughout the assessment process.
• Leverages assessment tools, instrumentation, and data to provide deliverables. This includes insertion of flow meters, pressure transmitters, current transmitters, power meters, and pressure dew point transmitters.
• Assembles assessment report based on findings and presents assessment findings to team and end clients.
• Works with project team to develop schematic design deliverables to execute on opportunities identified in assessment. This includes creating single line drawings, equipment schedules, piping diagrams, P&ID diagrams, synthesize solutions, and putting together preliminary solutions for our clients.
• Works with CAM leadership to streamline the assessment process and go-to-market strategy.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Real-world, hands-on experience executing supply and demand side compressed air assessments in an industrial environment, including planning, implementation, data analysis, and report generation.
• Has a flexible, practical, and objective approach to solving problems and uses strong, independent critical thinking skills.
• Ability to determine the best technical approach based on project, customer, and budget requirements.
• Ability to interpret and provide input on electrical drawings, P&ID diagrams, process flowcharts, etc.
• Familiarity with thermodynamic principles of air.
• Organized, conscientious, and adaptable in work execution.
• Perceptive and understanding in working with customers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, capable of working in a team environment or individually.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering or similar
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or industry in an engineering-type role
• Ability (and desire!) to travel between 25 – 50%
• US Citizenship
• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass drug screening and background check
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders

Benefits & Perks:
• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Life and Disability insurance coverage
• Company 401k match
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Company Profit Sharing
• Professional training and advancement opportunities
• Enjoying what you do and the people you do it with

Equal oppotunity statement:
CAM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in our workplace. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Position: Energy Efficiency Engineer

Please apply using the link above.

Job Location: Brooklyn, NY, US

Position: Energy Management Consultant

Please apply using the link above.

Job Location: Chicago, IL, US

Position: Energy Analyst

Candidates should be based in the Philadelphia or Washington, DC area

To apply, please email your resume to Sarah Goldzweig Panitz at sgoldzweigpanitz@insiteintelligence.com

InSite seeks bright, motivated people who are strongly interested in improving the performance and carbon footprint of the built environment. The Energy Analyst is a key contributor to InSite’s managed service customers through our Energy, Systems and Facilities Optimization services. You will have knowledge of commercial building systems, with practical experience in understanding the drivers for building energy and resource consumption and operational performance. Your analytical skills will enable you to analyze, interpret and evaluate building energy and systems data from various sources, including resource consumption (e.g., electricity, gas, water), air quality and other facilities datasets. This effort generates opportunities for operational improvement and validates implemented opportunities, providing long-term value to InSite customers in the federal government and the private sector.

 
Responsibilities:
•    Assist engineers with developing energy baselines and perform statistically valid analytics against those baselines
•    Analyze energy, resource and building systems data for customer engagements and internally across groups
•    Follow standards and best practices for translating energy, resource and building systems data into useful and actionable information 
•    Report and analyze greenhouse gas emissions from various Scope 1, 2 and 3 categories
•    Analyze and present visualizations from an array of datasets like air quality, work order ticketing or building occupancy
•    Perform Ad hoc analytical tasks and routine report generation
•    Assist in developing new data visualizations for internal staff and external customers
•    Balance multiple projects with tight deadlines simultaneously
•    Support utility rebate and incentive program application submissions for InSite customers 
•    Document and present findings and recommendations internally and in customer facing deliverables and presentations

Requirements:
•    Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Energy Engineering, Energy related degree or other relevant technical field of study.
•    Minimum one year of relevant practical experience in data analytics and/or energy engineering
•    Experience with BI Tools similar to Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, Qlik, etc. preferred 
•    Experience with a mathematical programming language such as Python, CUDA C++, etc. preferred
•    Experience with Machine Learning technologies such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, KNIME, etc. a bonus
•    Strong quantitative problem-solving skills with a passion for data-driven methods of investigation 
•    Superb interpersonal and client communication skills 
•    Team player who enjoys a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating work environment 
•    A passion for sustainability, energy efficiency and climate action

Position: InSite Professional Energy Engineer

Candidates should be based in the Philadelphia or Washington, DC area

To apply, please email your resume to Sarah Goldzweig Panitz at sgoldzweigpanitz@insiteintelligence.com

InSite seeks bright, motivated people who are strongly interested in improving all aspects of a building’s performance. The Professional Energy Engineer is a key contributor to the delivery of value to InSite’s customers through our building systems optimization and energy efficiency solutions.  This position requires comprehensive knowledge of commercial building systems, with practical experience in understanding the drivers for building performance and energy consumption. This individual will possess engineering and analytical skills that will enable them to interpret and evaluate data from various sources within a building, and to integrate the intelligence derived from these data sources with information gathered during engineering field work. These efforts generate opportunities for operational improvement and validates that implemented efficiency measures are generating long-term value.  The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organization skills with an interest in a wide range of areas including Energy Management, Sustainability, Energy & Resource Analytics, Smart Building Technologies, Building Controls Systems and Systems Optimization.

Position Summary:
The Professional Energy Engineer will ensure a strategic, streamlined and consistent approach to working directly with customers to deliver value through InSite’s various building optimization solutions. This individual will be responsible for discovering optimization opportunities directly via fault detection and diagnostics software, in-field energy audits, technical discussions with building operators, and analytics from other building data sources. They will also be responsible for quantifying and communicating value derived from these efforts to InSite’s customers. 

Responsibilities:
The Professional Energy Engineer will report to Justin Lee, Group-Vice President of Managed Services. The candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
•    Lead energy engineering field work such as energy audits, measurement and verification of energy efficiency measures and other engineering tasks 
•    Develop rules and other analytical techniques to uncover operational anomalies through use of Fault Detection and Diagnostic tools
•    Perform calculations to quantify the value associated with identified energy efficiency measures
•    Document and present findings and recommendations in customer facing deliverables and presentations
•    Manage and communicate effectively with strategic partners and vendors
•    Develop and maintain productive client relationships

Requirements:
•    Minimum 5 years of relevant industry and client engagement experience in MEP Design, Commissioning, Energy Auditing and/or FDD
•    BS in relevant engineering discipline: Mechanical, Architectural, Energy, or related
•    Thorough understanding of building mechanical and electrical equipment functions and use
•    Knowledge of HVAC system controls applications and relevant hardware and software products
•    Ability to read and interpret technical documentation including MEP drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation 
•    Experience creating detailed saving calculations for building efficiency measures 
•    Experience conducting Measurement and Verification (M+V) of implemented efficiency measures is desirable 
•    Executive level written and verbal communication skills to influence others to act
•    Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities autonomously with minimal oversight; agility to adjust quickly based on changing business dynamics
•    Ability to learn and adopt new ideas and technologies
•    Strong computer skills with Microsoft products: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other relevant software
•    Dynamic and personable leadership style; enthusiastic motivator of people
•    Must be physically able and willing to conduct site inspections and field work (climb ladders, walk on roofs, etc.)
•    Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for data-driven methods of investigation 
•    EIT required, PE preferred

Position: Energy/Environmental Technology Researcher

About LBNL:

The Building and Industrial Applications (BIA) Department collaborates with governments, utilities and industry to encourage more efficient use of energy and other resources towards a decarbonized industrial sector. We accomplish this by developing energy, demand management and GHG reduction practices, standards, policies, analysis and technologies. We perform our work in the U.S. and throughout the world.

About the Job:

In this role you will support the efforts to evaluate the performance of emerging technologies in real-world industrial settings that claim to reduce carbon, energy, and/or water in the industrial sector. This includes developing profession, high quality technical reports and preparing presentations summarizing results from evaluations to quantify performance improvements from the proposed technologies. 

What You Will Do:

• Supports evaluation of projects installing emerging technologies in real-world industrial settings that claim to reduce carbon, energy, and/or water in the industrial sector.
• Develop M&V plans to evaluate the new and emerging technologies documenting ways to characterize the baseline and post retrofit performance including developing scopes and schedules
• Conduct and support plant site visits to execute an M&V plan including collecting data from existing data acquisition systems, setup field monitoring equipment / data loggers, completing functional performance tests, and discussing project implementation with the site and technology vendor.
• Conduct energy modeling, economic analysis, and/or simulation to quantify impacts of emerging technologies (using spreadsheets and/or energy modeling software) based on the M&V plans
• Writes technical reports and prepare presentations summarizing results from evaluations to quantify performance improvements from the proposed technologies
• Provides professional, high-quality deliverables that demonstrate technical excellence, objectivity, and clarity within a given project budget and schedules.
• Must be able and willing to travel up to 20%.

What is Required:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required, in Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering field of study.
• 2 years of engineering experience or similar related to the energy projects in the commercial and/or industrial sector (assessing, implementing or evaluating).
• Knowledge about data instrumentation and acquisition systems.
• Strong background in data - collection, quality control and analysis.
• Knowledge of the industrial sectors (e.g., paper pulp, steel, cement) and their end use equipment and their energy usage patterns and efficiencies.
• Knowledgeable and skilled engineer with background in energy, water efficiency and decarbonization in the industrial sector.
• Strong quantitative and technical skills to organize and conduct technical analysis.
• Strong background in using Excel, Python, Matlab or other tools to conduct data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality results on time and within budget.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn and adapt as needed.
   

Desired Qualifications:

• An understanding of energy savings opportunities and technologies for industrial systems (process heating and cooling, HVAC, compressed air, refrigeration, etc.).
• Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) Accreditation or Performance Measurement and Verification Expert (PMVE) Accreditation or ability to obtain.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Accreditation.
   

Notes:

• Must be able to start by July 1, 2024.
• This is a full time 1 year, term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.
• This position is expected to pay $81,264- $101,580, which fits within the full salary range of $81,264-$137,136 for the R20.1. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and aligned with the internal peer group.
• 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.
• This position is eligible for a flexible work mode, with onsite or hybrid work being the preferred modes. Hybrid work is a combination of teleworking and performing work on-site at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Individuals working a hybrid schedule must reside within 150 miles of Berkeley Lab. Work schedules are dependent on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We heartily welcome applications from women, minorities, veterans, and all who would contribute to the Lab’s mission of leading scientific discovery, inclusion, and professionalism. In support of our diverse global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. 

Position: Industrial Energy Advisor

Work location: Hybrid, Masachusettes & Rhode Island

About Leidos:

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

About the job:

Leidos seeks an Industrial Energy Advisor to both market and support energy-efficiency projects with large industrial businesses in the Massachusetts & Rhode Island This exciting position offers a very unique career opportunity for a dynamic person with excellent outreach, sales, communication and organizational skills to promote energy efficiency projects to large industrial customers. 

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on sustainability.
• Collaborate with a supportive team.
• Opportunity for growth and professional development.

What you will do:

The person in this position will broadly market Energy Efficiency programs to large commercial and industrial customers and will require the ability to identify efficiency opportunities, as well as the technical ability to calculate energy savings, maintain customer relationships, and deliver presentations. The candidate should have a high level of knowledge of building systems, industrial systems, construction practices, and/or the energy efficiency industry. Must be highly motivated, well organized, self-starting, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and work well in a team setting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support project management coordination between utility representatives, customers, contractors and internal staff
• Provide excellent customer service with exceptional follow through on tasks and audit reports
• Support commercial and industrial energy audits with the support and direction of an Engineering Manager
• Coordinate project management efforts among utility representatives, customers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Provide outstanding customer service, ensuring thorough follow-up on tasks and audit reports.
• Assist with commercial and industrial energy audits under the guidance of an Engineering Manager.
• Develop project “workbooks” with energy analysis and savings calculations.
• Provide excellent customer service with exceptional follow through on tasks and audit reports
• Market Insights: Identify energy-saving opportunities for large commercial and industrial customers.
• Technical Expertise: Calculate energy savings, analyze building and industrial systems, and recommend efficiency improvements.
• Client Relationships: Maintain strong connections with clients, ensuring exceptional service and follow-through.
• Presentations: Deliver compelling presentations to showcase energy solutions.
• Knowledge Base: High proficiency in building systems, industrial processes, and energy efficiency practices.
• Technical Savvy: Familiarity with various systems, including:
  • Compressed Air
  • Chilled Water (Process and Comfort)
  • HVAC Configurations
  • Building Envelopes
  • Hydraulic Systems
  • Vacuum Systems
  • Ovens (Drying, Paint, Baking, Heat Treat)
  • Thermal Oxidizers
  • Lighting
  • AC and DC Motors
  • Heat Recovery
  • Boilers
     

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires Bachelors of Science Engineering with four plus (1-4+) years of prior relevant experience in a multitude of capacities including experience in assessing building controls, retro commissioning, HVAC systems, Industrial Process Systems and Metering and Verification.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and statistical knowledge and skills using Excel.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license and physical ability to perform field verification of pre and post installation of energy efficiency measures.
• Ability to be self-starting—demonstrate initiative---including the ability to collaborate well in a supportive team environment. 
• Experience in Industrial/Manufacturing energy assessments and audits preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in energy assessments and audits

If you’re passionate about energy efficiency and ready to contribute, we’d love to hear from you!

Position: Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Energy Efficiency Engineer

Please apply using the link above.

Overview:

The Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral research associate position in energy efficiency and decarbonization for the industry sector. This position augments ORNL's industrial energy efficiency and decarbonization team, which operates in support of DOE's Better Plants and Better Climate Challenge programs. The mission of the MEERA group is to research, analyze, and disseminate knowledge on energy, carbon, water, and material efficiency in the manufacturing sector and to develop, deploy, and promote impactful practices, tools, and technologies. The MEERA group is a part of ORNL’s Manufacturing Science Division in the Energy Science and Technology Directorate.

Through its energy efficiency & decarbonization technical assistance programs, the MEERA group develops a diverse portfolio of industrial energy efficiency tools and resources delivered to the manufacturing sector through various technical assistance and training events worldwide. The MEERA group actively supports industry partners in improving manufacturing plant energy efficiency and decarbonization through roles in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Plants and Better Climate Challenge programs.  

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will assist principal investigators and lead energy efficiency technology deployment projects as part of an expanding program.
• The candidate’s work will be focused on technical assistance and research related to improved energy management in existing industrial facilities during their operational phase. Additionally, you will provide support to the U.S. DOE’s Industrial Efficiency & Decarbonization Office (IEDO) programs.
• IEDO operates under the DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE).
• There may also be opportunities to work on international energy efficiency programs. IEDO’s Technology Partnerships subprogram presently collaborates with some of the largest manufacturing plants in the United States through the DOE’s Better Buildings, Better Plants Program.
• The postdoctoral associate will collaborate on research and analysis of technologies and practices for increasing the energy efficiency of the industrial and buildings sectors.
• The assignment will involve leading projects and supporting ORNL program managers and principal investigators on IEDO programs and projects in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• The IEDO project work includes supporting activities under the DOE’s Better Buildings, Better Plants program.
• Activities would include acting as a technical account manager for key companies, interfacing with corporate energy managers, visiting manufacturing sites, analyzing technologies, assisting industrial clients to improve energy management practices, and performing energy data benchmarking and analysis studies.
• The postdoc work may also include writing technical reports to summarize the results of technical assistance activities and contributing to periodic progress reports for sponsors.
• The candidate should have the ability to work creatively and cooperatively as a member of an interdisciplinary research team.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

The candidate will have the opportunity to lead projects, collaborate with research staff and partner organizations on future research initiatives, network with related organizations, interact with existing sponsors in pursuit of additional research funding, and prepare proposals and present results to sponsors, peer reviewers, and others. 

Basic Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related discipline completed within the last 5 years.
• Experience in industry and/or buildings, specifically in energy efficiency management and projects.
• Proficiency in the use of Excel for engineering data reduction and analysis is essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with mechanical engineering modeling and analysis tools is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of industrial processes, building science, energy savings performance contracts, heating and cooling technologies, and mechanical systems and controls is desired.
• Familiarity with numerical calculation and statistical data analysis techniques is desired.
• Certified Energy Manager Certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required to support regular interactions with manufacturing partners, sponsors, and others, as well as to prepare reports, proposals, publications, and journal articles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, beneficial for team building, partnering, and communications, are a plus for this position.
• Must be willing to travel. You will be involved in meetings with DOE sponsors in Washington, DC, and will attend key conferences and workshops. Periodic travel will be required to visit federal facilities and industrial plants.

ORNL Ethics and Conduct: As a member of the ORNL scientific community, you will be expected to commit to ORNL's Research Code of Conduct. Our full code of conduct and a statement by the Lab Director's office can be found here: https://www.ornl.gov/content/research-integrity

Special Requirements:

Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be up to 24 months with the potential for extension of up to 12 months. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and availability of funding.

Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You may upload these directly to your application or have them sent to postdocrecruitment@ornl.gov with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.

Instructions to upload documents to your candidate profile:

• Login to your account via jobs.ornl.gov
• View Profile
• Under the My Documents section, select Add a Document

Benefits at ORNL:  

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain dedicated people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

Position: Postdoc Research Associate - Industrial Decarbonization Workforce Development and Technical Support

Please apply using the link above.

Overview: 

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

The Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group at ORNL is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to engage in research and technical support for industrial decarbonization workforce development. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in mechanical engineering, industrial energy systems, renewable energy, decarbonization, or other related fields. They should also possess experience in industrial workforce development and technical training.

In this role, the Postdoctoral Research Associate will:

• Support the ORNL team in establishing a scalable industrial workforce consortium to address the current shortage of skilled labor in the industrial sector while advancing the US Department of Energy's vision for achieving zero-carbon industries.
• Provide technical support and guidance to consortium partners to develop and pilot solutions that can be scaled for national reach and/or broad sectoral coverage.
• Assist with ongoing industrial workforce development activities (e.g., In-Plant Trainings, Virtual In-Plant Trainings, Bootcamps, Webinar Series, etc.) for DOE Better Plants and Better Climate Challenge programs.
• Conduct research and analysis on the status of the industrial workforce development market to identify gaps, barriers, and challenges, and propose long-term and scalable solutions.

The MEERA Group actively contributes to the efforts of the Department of Energy’s Industrial Efficiency & Decarbonization Office (IEDO) by providing technical assistance and workforce development. This role supports the IEDO’s vision to cultivate a large, diverse, and skilled clean energy workforce that will contribute to the growth of a strong, clean industrial sector.

Major Duties/Responsibilities: 

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to the efforts of the MEERA Group’s Industrial Workforce Development Team.

• Support the steering committee to establish and operate the SEED Workforce Consortium:
• Develop the goals, strategies, performance evaluation methodology, and pedagogical performance evaluation systems for the consortium.
• Develop and release the RFPs for consortium partners selections.
• Provide technical support and guidance to consortium partners via regular meetings.
• Assist ORNL’s Better Plants team in organizing virtual in-plant trainings (VINPLTs), in-person in-plant trainings (INPLTs), Energy Bootcamps, and Carbon Bootcamps:
• Manage virtual training sessions online.
• Work with DOE system experts in developing training documents, quizzes, etc.
• Assist in developing training agendas, interacting with energy experts, and manufacturing companies to coordinate training activities.
• Maintain in-person in-plant training and bootcamp databases.
• Develop monthly program impact reports to share with DOE program manager.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and key training entities in the US on decarbonization workforce development proposals and activities.
• Conduct research and analysis on the status of industrial workforce and impact of the workforce development programs: identify gaps and barriers for a competent and diverse industrial workforce; propose and implement long-term and scalable solutions.

• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A PhD in energy engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field completed within the last 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills acquired through PhD research, which can be applied to conduct research analyses in various fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated through weekly presentations to sponsors and others, and in preparing reports, proposals, and journal articles.
• Robust interpersonal skills for effective team building and leadership, coupled with a strong commitment to scientific integrity.
• Profound understanding of energy efficiency, renewable and clean energy technologies, and decarbonization.
• Familiarity with industrial processes, building science, heating and cooling technologies, and mechanical systems and controls.
• Eagerness to acquire new skills and explore new areas.
• Proficiency in using Excel for engineering data analysis.
• Familiarity with numerical calculation and statistical data analysis techniques.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing workforce development.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical evaluation system design.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) or Renewable Energy Professional (REP™) certifications, or other certifications in the field of energy efficiency and renewable energy.
• Willingness to travel. You will be involved in meetings with DOE sponsors in Washington, DC, and will attend key conferences and workshops.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory. 
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be for up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and the availability of funding.

Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You can upload these directly to your application or have them sent to postdocrecruitment@ornl.gov with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.

Instructions to upload documents to your candidate profile:

• Login to your account via jobs.ornl.gov
• View Profile
• Under the My Documents section, select Add a Document

Benefits at ORNL:  

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov 

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Industrial Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization

Please apply using the link above.

Overview: 

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

The Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group, housed within the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is currently seeking to fill a position for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The role entails contributing to MEERA group’s mission of disseminating knowledge on energy, carbon, water, and material efficiency in the manufacturing sector and develop, deploy, and promote impactful practices, tools, and technologies. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in mechanical engineering, industrial energy systems, renewable energy, decarbonization, or other related fields. The candidate will play a crucial role in the planning, execution, and optimization of our technical assistance program for energy intensive industries (iron & steel, food, pulp & paper, chemicals, nonferrous metals, and nonmetallic minerals). The primary objective of the energy intensive industries (EIIs) program is to engage with manufacturers from energy-intensive industrial sectors to better understand their specific needs and issues in implementing energy efficiency and decarbonization activities. The candidate will work closely with program allies, subject matter experts and technical trade associations to ensure successful delivery of technical assistance to energy intensive manufacturing participants.

The MEERA Group actively contributes to the efforts of the Department of Energy’s Industrial Efficiency & Decarbonization Office (IEDO) by providing technical assistance. This role supports the IEDO’s vision of driving energy savings and decarbonization that can have broader impact across the energy intensive industries, which leads to cost savings, greater resilience, a strengthened workforce, and increased global competitiveness.

Major Duties/Responsibilities: 

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to the efforts on research and analysis of technologies and practices for increasing energy efficiency and reducing carbon footprint of the energy intensive sector.

• Program Design: Support in creating technical assistance activities tailored to the needs of energy intensive industries or target sectors considering factors such as energy and decarbonization assessments, workforce development and technology demonstrations.
• Resource Development: Assist in developing relevant technical resources to address the unique needs of EIIs. Resources could include guidance documents, white papers, presentation materials and energy and decarbonization tools.
• Interface with program participants and contribute to technical support activities such as: visiting manufacturing sites, analyzing technologies, assisting EIIs to improve energy management practices, perform energy data benchmarking and analysis studies.   
• Project Management: Coordinate with program partners, allies and subject matter experts and assist in the execution of technical assistance activities such as assessments, and trainings.
• Policy Analysis: Evaluate and identify funding opportunities related to energy efficiency and decarbonization projects and provide recommendations to EII program participants.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with trade associations and national labs and leverage their knowledge base to provide technical assistance to EII program participants.
• Publication: Prepare research papers, reports, and presentations to disseminate findings in journals, conferences and to stakeholders.
• Develop monthly program impact reports to share the status and findings of the program with DOE program manager. 
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A PhD in energy engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field completed within the last 5 years.
• Possess an excellent quantitative and analytical background acquired through PhD research, which can be applied to conduct research analyses on applicable energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies for energy intensive sectors.
• Willingness to travel. Candidate will be expected to travel to EII program participants manufacturing sites to represent DOE during technical assistance activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrate a profound understanding of industrial energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies. Previous industry experience in energy intensive sectors or related sector is a plus.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) or other certifications in the field of energy efficiency.
• Familiarity with industrial processes, building science, heating and cooling technologies, and mechanical systems and controls.
• Familiarity with numerical calculation and statistical data analysis techniques.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated through weekly presentations to sponsors and others, and in preparing reports, proposals, and journal articles.
• Robust interpersonal skills for effective team building and leadership, coupled with a strong commitment to scientific integrity.
• Eagerness to acquire new skills and explore new areas.
• Proficiency in using Excel for engineering data analysis.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory. 
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements:

Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be for up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and the availability of funding.

Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You can upload these directly to your application or have them sent to postdocrecruitment@ornl.gov with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.

Instructions to upload documents to your candidate profile:

• Login to your account via jobs.ornl.gov
• View Profile
• Under the My Documents section, select Add a Document

Benefits at ORNL:  

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Life Cycle Assessment Research

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate -Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

Please apply using the link above.

Overview: 

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

The Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group, housed within the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is currently seeking to fill a position for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This role entails engaging in research within the domains of renewable energy and the implementation of clean energy technologies on-site, along with their associated supportive technologies (such as solar photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, wind power, renewable fuels, geothermal solutions, battery storage, thermal storage, and industrial heat pumps). The role also involves research and analysis of technologies and practices for increasing the energy efficiency of the industrial sectors. The primary objective is the direct reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the industrial sector.

The MEERA Group actively contributes to the efforts of the Department of Energy’s Industrial Efficiency & Decarbonization Office (IEDO) in providing technical assistance. The focus of this assistance revolves around identifying and facilitating the deployment of on-site clean energy solutions. These solutions aim to generate energy that is both flexible and dependable, thereby contributing to the reduction of GHG emissions. Furthermore, these efforts align with the overarching goal of promoting corporate sustainability within the industrial sector.

Major Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Contribute to the efforts of the MEERA Group’s Onsite Technical Analysis (OTA) Team.
• Encompass the provision of expertise, research, and analysis concerning the onsite energy program of the DOE IEDO, along with the array of technologies that the program will endorse.
• Play a role in advancing the OTA team’s core mission, which involves conducting comprehensive market analyses to pinpoint opportunities pertaining to onsite energy technologies within the industrial sector.
• Informing strategic planning, devising protocols and tools for onsite energy technology assessments, creating, and upkeeping tools and resources for the onsite energy program, and providing support for technical assistance, engagements, and related activities.
• Engage in technical assistance activities, involving collaboration on research and analysis of technologies and methodologies aimed at augmenting the implementation of on-site clean energy within the industrial sector. This assignment might encompass taking the lead on projects, as well as providing support to ORNL program managers and principal investigators involved in IEDO programs and projects, all within a dynamic and fast-paced multitasking environment.
• Compose technical reports, create presentations tailored to diverse audiences, publish peer-reviewed papers summarizing the outcomes of technical assistance endeavors, and contribute to periodic progress reports intended for sponsors.
• Work innovatively and harmoniously as an integral member of an interdisciplinary research team.
• An opportunity to assume leadership roles in projects, collaborate with research personnel and partner organizations on forthcoming research initiatives, establish connections with relevant entities, engage with current sponsors to secure further research funding, and prepare proposals while presenting results to sponsors, peer reviewers, and other stakeholders.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A PhD in energy engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field completed within the last 5 years
• Possess an excellent quantitative and analytical background acquired through PhD research, which can be applied to conduct research analyses on on-site clean energy technologies.
• Proficiency in using Excel for engineering data analysis is essential.
• Must be willing to travel. You will be involved in meetings with DOE sponsors in Washington, DC and will attend key conferences and workshops.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous industry experience with a renewable energy developer or renewable energy solutions entity is preferrable.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) or Renewable Energy Professional (REP™) certifications are desired.
• Proven track record in renewable energy modeling and utilization of analysis tools for distributed energy resources (REopt, DER-CAM, DER-VET, Homer, System Advisor Model (SAM), TRNSYS, etc.) is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with numerical calculation and statistical data analysis techniques is preferred.
• Demonstrate a profound understanding of renewable and clean energy technologies.
• Showcase experience in the industry and/or buildings sector, with a specific focus on renewable energy, distributed energy resources, and clean energy technologies.
• Familiarity with industrial processes, building science, heating and cooling technologies, and mechanical systems and controls is desirable.
• Possess the capability to perform techno-economic analysis, interpret data, conduct statistical analysis of datasets, visualize spatial data, deliver presentations to diverse audiences, and publish peer-reviewed papers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory 
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs

Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be for up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and the availability of funding.

Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You can upload these directly to your application or have them sent to postdocrecruitment@ornl.gov with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.

Instructions to upload documents to your candidate profile:

• Login to your account via jobs.ornl.gov
• View Profile
• Under the My Documents section, select Add a Document

Benefits at ORNL:  

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov 

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

Position: Energy Analyst

Please apply using the link above.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In Person – Tempe, AZ or Amherst, MA

Position Description:

Quest Energy Group (Quest) is seeking an entry level engineer to help the Company provide our energy consulting services to our clients. The candidate should have basic knowledge in building energy efficiency and commercial HVAC system investigation, design, and/or operation. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working directly with and presenting to clients, writing technical reports, and utilizing building simulation energy modeling software. This position is ultimately responsible for delivering high quality, cost effective and innovative technical analysis consistent with Quest Energy Group’s vision, strategic goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or architectural discipline or related field
• Demonstrated ability to manage clients, staff, and tasks to quality, budget, and deadlines
• Ability to deliver high quality work products in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office 2010, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in commercial building analysis and/or energy efficiency applications
• Experience in energy modeling using EnergyPlus, DOE2, or eQUEST.
• Extensive knowledge of building science, HVAC, electrical, and other industrial systems
• History utility incentive programs, LEED, Green Globes, or energy efficiency based tax deductions
• Knowledge of ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC energy codes
• Secondary language skills in Spanish or Japanese

Scope of Work and Responsibilities:

• Perform energy analysis tasks using advanced spreadsheets and building simulation software for evaluations of new and existing commercial buildings and write or oversee the writing of technical reports and/or presentations to summarize results.
• Oversee and direct junior staff and other team members that would assist in analysis and/or report tasks
• Collaborate with design teams and internal consultants to identify effective energy efficiency measures for the built environment.
• Effectively communicate proposed solutions to clients using high quality visual and verbal communication.
• Manage multiple simultaneous energy consulting projects from inception to close.
• Manage time and budget of projects to complete tasks before deadlines
• Perform energy audits in existing buildings. Collect notes, set up data collection instrumentation, inspect building and HVAC systems, analyze findings and create recommendations.
• Assist in business development process by contributing to proposals and bid phase
• Ensure compliance to contracts in all projects and support invoicing and accounting tasks

Working Agreement:

• This is a full-time and a permanent position.
• Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position

Compensation: 

Salary DOE. Quest Energy Group offers competitive pay, a profit-sharing bonus structure, comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan co-funding, and tax-advantaged benefit options along with a family friendly operating model.

About Quest Energy Group:

Quest Energy Group is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm focused on providing energy efficient design solutions to the building industry. Our clients consist of utility companies, performance contractors, architects, engineers, manufacturers and building owners. Our experience has been applied to a variety of services including energy modeling, LEED analysis, energy code consulting, investment grade audits, energy auditing, building automation, and commissioning. Quest Energy Group is based in Tempe, Arizona. By leveraging technology and utilizing the local expertise of our clients, we are able to perform work cost effectively across all parts of the country and internationally. Quest has worked on hundreds of projects ranging from small residential projects to the Empire State Building.

Position: Energy / Account Manager

Please apply using the link above.

Job Location: New Jersey (Newark, Jersey City, Elizabeth, Paramus, Trenton)

Job Type: Full time

Position: Energy Efficiency Engineering Manager

Please apply using the link above.

Job Location: New Jersey (Newark, Jersey City, Elizabeth, Paramus, Trenton)

Job Type: Full time