Energy Architect (THERM)

SOCOTEC•New York, NY

About The Position

SOCOTEC is seeking a motivated Energy Architect with 3–5+ years of experience to join its Energy Modeling group within the Energy & Sustainability Division. The role supports Energy Project Managers and contributes to high-profile sustainability projects locally, nationally, and internationally, working with real estate developers, design firms, and construction companies. Project types include offices, mid- and high-rise multifamily residential buildings, assembly spaces, natatoriums, and art galleries, typically ranging from 100,000 to 2 million square feet. The Energy Architect is a technically proficient team member who collaborates across SOCOTEC groups from concept through construction and manages client contact. The position reports to the Senior Energy Analyst within the Energy Division. Training will be provided in hygrothermal analysis of building envelopes, energy code issues, and interactions between mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and building envelopes. This is a technical consulting position, not a design position.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture; a degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering, or Physics is acceptable if accompanied by experience with architectural issues.
Experience with architectural details is essential.
Excellent analytical abilities.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft software, particularly Excel.
Basic AutoCAD and Revit skills.

Nice To Haves

U.S. project experience with envelope U-value calculations.
Experience with THERM, COMCheck, WUFI, or CFD.
Knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamics.
Experience with Passive House (PHI or PHIUS).
Computer programming knowledge.

Responsibilities

Support Energy Project Managers on sustainability and energy modeling projects.
Perform U-value calculations for building assemblies, including walls, thermal bridges, fenestration, and roofs, across construction types and climate zones after training.
Perform dewpoint analyses after training.
Perform hygrothermal transfer modeling using WUFI after training.
Perform CFD analyses if working in this area, after training.
Document and maintain well-written reports on project-related activity.
Communicate effectively and establish relationships with job-related management teams.
Provide cross-functional support to meet client needs and internal timelines and project activities.
Maintain detailed documentation and track work from beginning through completion.
Attend in-house seminars and scheduled team meetings.
Maintain established utilization levels.