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 an Associate to join its West Coast team. The Projects Division role focuses on clean energy, solar, electrification, energy efficiency, and green building work, especially for multifamily buildings. The Associate conducts energy audits and modeling, assesses retrofit feasibility, and helps property owners plan and manage building retrofit projects. The role involves field and remote data collection, building diagnostics, research, data analysis, job costing, construction feasibility, energy modeling, and report production. Associates are expected to be organized, self-directed, capable of independent problem-solving, and effective team members. The primary work location is within 20 miles of Downtown Los Angeles. The position is hybrid, with up to two days per week in AEA’s Downtown LA coworking space, and includes in-person fieldwork and travel within California as requested. Candidates must be able to travel by car within the greater Southern California region.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Sound technical writing skills and experience.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and collaboration platforms such as Slack and Teams.
Knowledge of building systems, including mechanical systems, lighting technologies, and building envelope.
Basic knowledge 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 with 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.
Perform renewable energy feasibility assessments, energy modeling, and building simulations.
Prepare energy and green building assessment reports based on analytical findings, including equipment specifications and cost and emissions reduction analyses.
Perform job costing, construction feasibility assessments, 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.
Conduct commissioning and retro-commissioning studies.
Provide internal and public training on energy efficiency technologies, energy auditing principles, and decarbonized building operations.
Contribute to national projects developing industry standards and guidelines.