Student Energy Analyst - OSU EEC

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness. • Corvallis, OR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The OSU EEC works to increase the knowledge base and application of approaches to increase energy, resource, and operational efficiency. A key project is the US DOE-funded Industrial Assessment Center which offers small and medium-sized manufacturers comprehensive onsite energy and efficiency assessments. Student teams led by engineering faculty visit manufacturers and seek ways to increase profits by increasing productivity and reducing energy use and waste. Student Energy Analysts tour regional industrial facilities and/or commercial buildings, collect data, and prepare recommendations for manufacturing, water/wastewater treatment, and other clients to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste generation, and increase profitability. Applicants should be able to work with the center at least five quarters cumulatively, ideally for one academic year and the two adjoining summers, for effective training and mentoring.

Requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard (High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program; Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term; Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term; Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term; Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term)
• Availability for one to two school years & two summers (at least five quarters, 10-20 hours/week during the school year and 30-40 hours/week in summer)
• Completion of relevant coursework that supports technical analysis of industrial processes and facilities to identify areas of improvement in energy consumption and/or productivity.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a communicator (e.g., written, oral, and visual/graphical technical communication).
• Dedicated work ethic, skills in independent problem solving, and an ability to work collaboratively in teams.
• Experience with MS Word and Excel, as well as online tools such as Google Apps and Box.
• This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to commit to working at the OSU Energy Efficiency Center for two years (including summers).
• Completed an introductory course in thermodynamics, heat transfer, or energy and mass balances.
• Experience interacting with external clients or customers.
• Eligible to obtain authorization to drive an OSU Motor Pool Vehicle
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Visiting regional industrial/commercial facilities
• Collecting data on processes and systems
• Preparing recommendations for clients to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste generation, and increase profitability
• Report writing/editing and other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED