Energy Modeler / Building Performance Strategist

Little Diversified Architectural Consulting•Orlando, FL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Little, one of the nation's most progressive design firms, is looking for a design-oriented building performance professional who understands energy modeling as more than compliance, calculation, or post-rationalization. We are looking for someone who can help project teams ask better questions earlier, test bold ideas with rigor, and use data to move our integrated process toward higher-performing, lower-carbon, regenerative outcomes. This role is ideal for an electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, architectural engineer, building scientist, energy modeler, or performance strategist who is comfortable working at the edge of performance driven design. We are looking for a self-led individual who deeply understands systems thinking and the greater opportunities toward integrating our work with living places through better design decisions; challenging assumptions, quantifying risk, and translating technical analysis into clear direction for architects, engineers, designers, clients, and consultants. This person may be located in any of Little's office location’s however Orlando, FL is preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Architecture, or a related field.
3-7 years of relevant experience in energy modeling, building performance analysis, sustainable design, or high-performance building consulting.
Experience with energy modeling platforms such as IESVE, EnergyPlus/OpenStudio, eQUEST, Trace3D, Sefaira, or comparable tools.
Strong understanding of building systems, envelope performance, HVAC strategies, operational schedules, and how these variables interact with architectural design.
Familiarity with energy codes and standards such as ASHRAE and IECC.
Working knowledge of performance metrics such as EUI, peak loads, unmet hours, energy cost, operational carbon, and related indicators.
Understanding of HVAC controls, computerized building automation, and energy management systems.
Experienced with ROI studies, building commissioning impacts, and operational scenarios
Experience working with multidisciplinary design teams, including architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and sustainability professionals.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong writing, presentation, organization, and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Professional Engineer, or ability to pursue licensure.
EIT / Engineer Intern designation.
Building Energy Modeling Professional, Certified Energy Manager, or similar energy-related credential.
LEED AP, WELL AP, PHIUS, ASHRAE certifications, or other relevant sustainability credentials.

Responsibilities

Develop energy models and performance studies for projects across multiple scales, sectors, and phases of design.
Use modeling as a design tool to compare options, evaluate tradeoffs, and guide decision-making.
Assess building envelope, HVAC, operational, electrification, and renewable energy strategies.
Quantify impacts on energy use, EUI, peak loads, unmet hours, carbon emissions, and related performance metrics.
Partner with architects, engineers, interiors teams, planners, and sustainability leaders to integrate analysis into the design process.
Communicate findings through clear summaries, diagrams, graphics, presentations, and actionable recommendations.
Support energy-code compliance, sustainability certifications, and owner-driven performance goals as needed.
Maintain clear documentation of modeling assumptions, inputs, outputs, and version history.
Contribute to quality-control processes for energy modeling and performance analysis.
Help advance Little's tools, workflows, and internal knowledge around high-performance and regenerative design.