Senior Research Engineer, Building Simulation Lead

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Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

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TRC is an engineering and environmental consultancy that delivers advanced energy, decarbonization, and resiliency solutions across the United States. TRC's Research and Consulting (R&C) team (within the Advanced Energy practice) is focused on developing and deploying decarbonization and energy efficiency solutions for our clients - utilities, non-profits, local governments, and state and federal agencies. We consult on policy research, technology research, building code development, program management, market assessments, and engineering analysis.

The R&C team is seeking a qualified individual to join our team of experienced building simulation analysts and researchers developing energy codes, decarbonization policy, and emerging technology market adoption.

No project is the same, and you'll get exposure to lots of different types of work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. Projects will include analysis of energy efficiency, grid responsive buildings, decarbonization, distributed energy resources, human factors, and control systems. You will ideate and implement research and simulation plans and foster an environment that encourages career development for building simulation staff.

Candidates must possess building simulation technical capabilities and knowledge of building science and building systems. An ideal candidate would be a building scientist or engineer with a minimum of four to seven (4-7) years of experience in building simulation analysis (experience can include graduate research using building simulation). The ideal candidate will be assertive, personable, and a self-starter, with the capacity to support multiple tasks across multiple teams.

Location: CA, preferred.

Primary Work Area Responsibilities (75%)

This is a technical position responsible for developing and delivering a wide variety of energy simulation studies, with close collaboration with a team of energy simulation analysts.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development and maintenance of building simulation and analysis frameworks.
• Ideating and implementing simulation and research plans for projects with guidance from manager.

• Conducting technical analysis in support of developing policy solutions such as building energy codes, local ordinances.
• Assisting with troubleshooting and developing solutions to complex energy simulation challenges.
• Working with multi-disciplinary teams, speaking to the best practices and technical execution of building simulation.
• Conducting quality control review of the work of peers and junior staff.
• Translating results into actionable recommendations and communicate via written reports and graphically.
• Conducting meetings and presentations.

Mentoring and Oversight Responsibility (25%)

Responsibilities include:

• Provide coordination, guidance, and training to building simulation analysts as needed to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support the review of teammates' work to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Staying informed about energy issues and industry trends through technical reading and participation in local and national professional organizations.
• Supporting the development of internal energy simulation workflow, documentation, and training material.
• Assisting in creating and facilitating developmental opportunities for junior staff.

Requirements

• University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Physics, or related discipline.
• Minimum of four (4) years' experience in building simulation analysis (experience can include graduate research using building simulation). More experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of building science and building systems, including envelope, HVAC, DHW, and control systems.
• Understanding of the fundamentals of building simulation engines and underlying algorithms.
• Demonstrated expertise with at least one simulation engine (Energy Plus required).
• Ability to support multiple projects, meet deadlines, work both independently and collaboratively, and communicate effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Track record working with clients to communicate research methods and findings.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Familiar with energy codes (CA Title 24, ASHRAE 90.1, ICC, etc.).
• Experience with multiple building simulation engines, user interfaces, and other third-party tools for optimization and parametric analysis.
• Experience with large scale parametric building simulation using Ruby or Python.
• Experience independently developing research plans and executing research related to building energy use, particularly using building energy simulation.
• Experience with California compliance tools, CBECC, CBECC-RES.
• Practical building industry experience, such as design engineering, product development, construction, or energy consulting.

Our Mission

We understand our clients' goals, and embrace them as our own, applying creativity, experience, integrity and dedication to deliver superior solutions to the world's energy, environment and infrastructure challenges.

Our Vision

We will solve the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live - community by community.

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Benefits: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

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TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.