Temporary Building Energy Analyst (part-time, 28 hours/week)
About The Position
The Building Energy Analyst helps improve campus building energy performance through detailed analysis of electrical and thermal (BTU) meter data, SkySpark analytics, and Building Automation System (BAS) data. This role compares real-world building performance against Investment Grade Audit (IGA) findings and national energy benchmarks to identify actionable energy-efficiency opportunities. Working closely with BYU’s Air Conditioning Shop, the Analyst helps identify HVAC systems and operational strategies that can be optimized to reduce energy costs, improve system reliability, and ensure buildings provide consistent and effective space conditioning. In addition, this position will support our metering and analytics program by assisting the student lead responsible for the BAS analytics database. Responsibilities include database-driven data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting to support ongoing energy management and performance improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
- 2-years of college or university studying computer science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, analytical engineering, or equivalent.
- Basic experience working with building energy analysis
- Data analytics (Excel, Python)
Nice To Haves
- 4-year degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, analytical engineering, or equivalent.
- Building science & thermodynamics
- HVAC systems knowledge
- Energy modeling software
Responsibilities
- Data Analysis & Benchmarking
- Monitor Utility Meter Functionality
- Building HVAC Systems Optimization
- Advanced Building Energy Audits and Assessments
- Financial Analysis
- Communicate findings to engineers, architects, and owners
- Prepare technical reports and presentations
Benefits
- 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Tuition benefits after two years
- Access to athletic facilities
- Access to the library
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
