Energy Specialist Job at VCA Green, Orange County, CA

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  • VCA Green
  • Orange County, CA

Job Description

VCA Green is seeking an Energy Specialist capable of coordinating and delivering Energy Code compliant models. Responsibilities include organizing, coordinating, and assisting others in the department. Excellent communication and inter-personal skills are essential in this position. This position requires the ability to learn modeling software and apply principles to documents for project managers to review. We anticipate the successful candidate will either be a CEA or be able to earn a CEA within 6 months of employment.

The ideal candidate will be a California Certified Energy Analyst (CEA) . We anticipate the successful candidate will grow and be willing to obtain a CEA, and/or be able to obtain it within 12 months of employment.

During the first 12 months:

  • Learn about VCA-Green, its history, services, employees, projects and clients.
  • Learn about the systems and software programs used by VCA Green. Specifically, learn how to input data, file, organize, and maintain internal files and processes.
  • Be in possession of a RESNET HERS Modeling Certification.
  • Complete low rise residential energy models using one of the following approved RESNET software packages – APEX, Ekotrope, EnergyGauge.
  • Complete low rise, RESNET HERS energy models with no supervision.
  • Ability to produce residential and non-residential energy models with little supervision.
  • Possess familiarity with heat transfer principles, such as conduction, convection and radiation transfer.
  • Gain deeper understanding of California Energy Code and ASHRAE 90.1.
  • Be proficient in understanding typical building envelopes, HVAC systems, and water heating technologies that are seen on most projects.
  • Provide information on energy efficiency measures based on modeling outputs to clients and project management team.
  • Complete 7 California modeled buildings while recommending energy conservation measures to improve performance.
  • Show ability to communicate energy model-specific details to project team members.
  • Suggest process improvements in coordination with supervisor.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
  • 3+ years of experience performing energy modeling for built environment.
  • CABEC CEA certification preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of CBECC 2022 or EnergyPro v9.
  • Experience with other energy modeling and load calculation software applications (EnergyPro, IES-VE, Energy Plus, E-Quest, Wrightsoft, Trane Trace).
  • Ability to read architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction drawings.
  • Solid communication and writing skills.
  • Ability to closely track projects and tasks to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality deliverables and client expectations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other computer applications.

VCA Green is a sought-after firm that provides green building educational and consulting services to top tier clients including leading architectural firms, builders, developers, and facility owners. Our projects range from residential, commercial, to public and institutional organizations. We promote efficiency and value-added building performance using sustainability and energy analysis as a competitive driver for our clients. VCA Green is a division of VCA Code consisting of diverse teams of expert architects, engineers, commissioning agents, and building code experts to provide sustainability, energy, and building solutions.

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