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Frontier Energy, Inc. · 6 hours ago

Building Science Engineer

Frontier Energy, Inc. is a team of innovators dedicated to advancing clean energy solutions. They are seeking a Building Science Engineer to support and manage research projects focused on building energy efficiency, energy modeling, and renewable energy, contributing to project execution, data analysis, and technical reporting across various sectors.

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Responsibilities

Conduct energy modeling, data analysis, and building performance evaluations
Support R&D, monitoring and evaluation, and Title 24 Codes and Standards projects
Prepare technical reports, assist with proposals, and support regulatory filings (CPUC, CEC, etc.)
Present research findings to clients and stakeholders
Support and execute building energy efficiency projects with a focus on energy modeling and data analysis
Apply principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and energy conversion to evaluate building performance
Conduct data analysis, scripting, and visualization to interpret and present energy use findings
Prepare technical reports, proposals, and documentation for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies (CPUC, CEC, etc.)
Collaborate on the development and refinement of California Title 24 Building Energy Standards and related building codes
Present research findings and technical results to project teams and external stakeholders
Utilize Excel and other analytical tools to support decision-making and policy development

Qualification

Energy modelingData analysisBuilding performance evaluationExcel proficiencyBuilding energy modeling softwareProfessional certificationsTechnical writingGritPerseveranceStakeholder engagementClient communicationsCollaborationCritical thinking

Required

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Science, Energy Systems, or a related field
3-5 years relevant work experience in engineering or technical roles
Strong proficiency with Excel, with data analysis, pivot tables, advanced formulas, and charting skills at a 4/5 level
Experience developing dashboards or interactive tools for communicating technical findings to non-technical audiences
Basic understanding of current California activities related to grid resilience, distributed energy resources, electrification and carbon reduction strategies
Actively pursue collaborations across project teams. Accepts and gives feedback constructively. Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills to navigate complex technical challenges and make informed decisions
Shows grit and perseverance in tackling difficult problems, maintaining focus and resilience through setbacks

Preferred

3-5 years of work experience specifically within the energy sector
Professional certifications such as LEED AP, Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Building Performance Institute (BPI), or Engineer in Training (EIT) credentials
Proficiency with building energy modeling software including CBECC, EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, and the CEC-recognized residential and non-residential energy compliance tools
Proficiency in Python for advanced data analysis and visualization
Familiarity with the California regulatory environment, including California Title 24, Part 6, and utility or third party energy efficiency programs
Understanding of common energy efficiency measures in new and existing buildings, including the importance of systems interactions and non-energy factors such as cost, comfort, durability, and indoor air quality
Strong technical writing skills with a portfolio of published reports, filings, or proposals
Experience managing multi-stakeholder projects, including timelines, deliverables, stakeholder engagement, and client communications

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Opportunities for growth

Company

Frontier Energy, Inc.

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Frontier Energy is a professional services firm that excels in market transformation.

H1B Sponsorship

Frontier Energy, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)
2024 (2)
2023 (3)
2022 (2)
2021 (1)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$12.11M
Key Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-07-02Grant
2022-10-17Post Ipo Equity· $6.3M
2022-03-01Post Ipo Equity· $5.81M

Leadership Team

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Jeremy Springer
Chief Financial Officer
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