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TRC Companies, Inc. · 5 hours ago

Lead Research Engineer

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$96K/yr - $100K/yr

3+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is a pioneering firm that combines science and technology to deliver innovative engineering solutions. They are seeking a Lead Research Engineer to join their Research and Consulting team, focusing on developing decarbonization and clean energy solutions through research and analysis in building science and engineering principles.

ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Plan and execute standard research, data collection, and analysis project tasks in coordination with senior team members, with minimal oversight

Perform increasingly complicated research, data collection, and analysis project tasks with limited oversight from senior team members

Provide oversight to more junior staff members for the execution of standard project tasks

Perform assigned work within budget allocated and scheduled needs for deliverables of project

Manage time across multiple projects, proactively seeking support when needed to understand/troubleshoot tasks or balance competing priorities

Data analysis: Compile, clean, and manage quantitative data; Conduct descriptive analyses via scripted coding syntax

Energy analysis: Analyze technology and building energy use using established M&V methodologies; Develop and implement calculations to estimate savings, carbon emissions reductions, cost-effectiveness, and other benefits of emerging technologies, programs, energy policies, and green building solutions; Conduct technical analysis in support of developing policy solutions such as building energy codes, appliance standards, and local building ordinances; Follow QA/QC procedures to ensure accuracy of analysis

Primary research: Design of field data collection methodologies; Code, analyze, and interpret primary data; Design and conduct in-depth interviews with study participants via phone and/or in person; Support the design and implementation of surveys alongside customer research expert team members; Identify and recruit organizations and individuals to include in research studies through online searches, data mining, cold calls and/or utilizing networks and client lists

Secondary research: Complete literature reviews; Identify and collate secondary data sources; Research clean energy policies, program designs, technologies, and research methodologies

Research synthesis and communication: Communicate research results verbally, via written reports, and graphically; Synthesize information across multiple data sources; Translate results of research projects into actionable recommendations for clients

Project management: Manage the delivery (scope, schedule, and budget) of small research consulting projects, with oversight; Delegate project tasks to team members, as needed; Communicate project status and findings to client, with oversight

Industry Expertise: Stay informed about data analytics methodology and the clean energy industry through technical reading and participation in local and national professional organizations

Qualification

Applied technical researchBuilding scienceEnergy systemsData analysisHVAC systemsHot water systemsEnergy efficiencyResearch methodsProject managementCan-do attitudeEnthusiasm for learningSystems thinkingUtilitiesResearch presentationCost-effectiveness analysisLiterature reviewProgram evaluationField monitoring data collectionLab monitoring data collectionBuilding energy modelingInterpretation of building codesSurveysInterviewsEnergy codesStandardsClean energy technologiesMicrosoft Office SuiteRPythonEnergyPlus

Required

PhD with 1+ year of experience, Masters degree with 3+ year of experience, or Undergraduate degree with 4+ year experience

Applicable degrees include Architectural Engineering, Engineering or other relevant fields focused on engineering research, building science, and/or energy systems

Demonstrated competency and experience with hot water systems and/or HVAC systems. (in years of experience corresponding to degree, as listed above)

Demonstrated competency and experience in applied technical research, building science, energy codes and standards, and/or distributed energy resources. (in years of experience corresponding to degree, as listed above)

Primary data collection and analysis experience

Thorough understanding of the fundamentals of research methods and design

Enthusiasm for learning new skills and can-do attitude

Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

Capable of maintaining a high energy level to handle a dynamic, fast-paced workload

Preferred

Systems thinker

Prior experience in design, and/or consulting

Excellent writing and presentation skills

Demonstrated attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills

Familiarity with utilities or the clean energy sector, including work experience in one or more of the following: Building science, Energy efficiency, demand management, and/or other distributed energy resources, Clean energy technologies and/or building systems, Energy codes and/or appliance standards, Utility programs and regulation

Research experience with methods including one or multiple of the skills below: Field monitoring data collection, Lab monitoring data collection, Building energy modeling, Surveys and in-depth interviews for research, Cost-effectiveness analysis methods, Literature review, Research presentation, Interpretation of building codes to support design, inspection, or commissioning of plumbing, HVAC, or process load systems, Program evaluation, Other structured research methods

Proficiency in one or more of the software listed below: Microsoft Office Suite, R, or other scripting languages for data analysis, such as Excel Macros or Python, EnergyPlus, CBECC

Benefits

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.

Company

TRC Companies, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

TRC stands for adaptability.

Founded in 1961

Lowell, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.trccompanies.com/

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