Associate, Projects Division: Clean Energy, Solar and Electrification

ASSOCIATION FOR ENERGY AFFORDABILITY INC•Emeryville, CA

8d•$65,000 - $83,750•Hybrid

About The Position

The Association for Energy Affordability (AEA), a nonprofit energy services and training organization, is seeking a Project Associate for its West Coast team. The role focuses on energy efficiency, green building, building decarbonization, electrification, energy conservation, and renewable energy, particularly in multifamily buildings. The Associate conducts energy audits and modeling, assesses building conditions and retrofit feasibility, and assists property owners through energy retrofit projects. Work includes field and remote data collection, building diagnostics, research, data analysis, job costing, construction feasibility, energy modeling, and report production. The position has a hybrid primary work location, with up to two days per week in a Downtown Los Angeles coworking space. Candidates should live within 20 miles of Downtown Los Angeles, though those elsewhere in the greater Los Angeles region may be considered, and must be able to travel by car for field work in Southern California and elsewhere in California upon request. The Associate title includes Associate I and Associate II levels, based on relevant prior experience. AEA seeks a self-starter, independent problem solver, and team player with a passion for energy efficiency and buildings.

Requirements

At least two years of prior experience in a related role.
Excellent communication, organization, presentation, and analytical skills.
Ability to legally work in the country where the position is located without visa sponsorship.
Ability to travel by car within the greater Southern California region for field work and travel within California upon request.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, building science, or energy conservation preferred; alternatively, an associate degree with on-the-job or trades experience in energy conservation, renewable energy, and energy audits.

Nice To Haves

Sound technical writing skills and experience.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as collaboration platforms such as Slack and Teams.
Knowledge of building systems, including mechanical systems, lighting technologies, and building envelope.
Basic knowledge and understanding of California Title 24 and other building codes.
Familiarity with local, state, and federal building energy incentive and rebate programs.
Experience managing construction, retrofit, and/or solar projects.
Ability to perform cost savings analyses and fuel data analyses.
Home Energy Rating Systems (HERS and HERS II) rater certification.
Building Performance Institute (BPI) certification.
Experience using energy modeling software such as EnergyPro, CBECC-Com and CBECC-Res, EnergyPlus, and CSE programs.

Responsibilities

Conduct energy audits, in-field energy assessments, on-site diagnostics, and field data collection and analysis.
Assess renewable energy feasibility.
Perform energy modeling and building simulations.
Prepare energy and green building assessment reports based on analytical findings, including equipment specifications and cost and emissions reduction analysis.
Perform job costing, construction feasibility analyses, and contractor bid walks.
Work with building owners, architects, and other decision makers to incorporate energy efficiency, electrification, and renewable upgrades into projects.
Conduct construction site visits to inspect work in progress and completed work.
Perform LEED, Green Point Rated, and HERS consulting services.
Perform commissioning and retro-commissioning studies.
Conduct internal and public training on energy efficiency technologies, energy auditing principles, and decarbonized building operations.
Work on national projects to help develop industry standards and guidelines.
Coordinate with internal and external team members to meet program goals.
Assist property owners through complex energy retrofit projects.