Title 24 Energy Analyst / Environmental Designer

SJ • San Francisco, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Atelier Ten is seeking a full-time Environmental Designer Energy Analyst with a specialty in California’s Title 24, Part 6 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code) to join their San Francisco office. This role involves performing whole building energy modeling, analyzing residential and/or nonresidential projects, preparing documentation for Title 24 Energy Code compliance, developing technical deliverables, and collaborating with project teams to advance energy efficiency, decarbonization, and building performance goals. The analyst will be a key member of the interdisciplinary consulting team and Energy Analysis practice, helping clients navigate California's evolving energy code requirements and supporting teams in designing more energy efficient buildings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a field related to Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Sustainable Building Design
• 1-3 years professional work experience in building energy analysis and California Title 24 Energy Code compliance modeling, including use of specialized energy simulation software (IESVE, EnergyPlus, CBECC, EnergyPro and/or eQuest
• Proficiency in applying heat transfer concepts to evaluate building envelopes, passive strategies, capable of analyzing psychrometric charts, performing climate analysis, HVAC system design alternatives and a strong foundational knowledge of thermodynamics
• Experience or understanding of HVAC and plumbing systems design for commercial buildings
• Understanding and application of ASHRAE Standards 55, 62.1, 90.1, and 189
• Demonstrated competency in California’s Title 24, Part 6 Energy Code and proficiency in energy compliance modeling
• Experience with Green Building Rating Systems (e.g., LEED, WELL, Living Building Challenge)
• Verbal and written fluency in English
• Proficiency in MS Office specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Curious, proactive, self-motivated with an appreciation and willingness to learn on multiple projects.
• Attention to detail, a desire to problem-solve, grit, and an open mind to learn from colleagues, clients and the training resources available.
• An eye for improving existing processes, interest in tool building, and communicating ideas and complex technical concepts to any audience.
• Ability to propose solutions, ask questions and expect to learn from both success and mistakes.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Energy Analyst (CEA) Certification
• EIT in Mechanical Engineering
• Training in statistics, data analytics or advanced algorithms or coding
• LEED AP+ specialty, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador, or similar

Responsibilities

• Develop energy models and compliance documentation for California Title 24 Part 6 projects using approved compliance software, supporting project teams through design, permitting, and code review processes
• Learn internal methodologies that follow the energy analysis protocols of ASHRAE 90.1 (and other industry standards) for new and existing building and planning projects in any location or climate zone
• Develop shoe-box and whole building energy models in CBECC, EnergyPro and/or IES-VE to support a range of energy analyses for building design and optioneering
• Identify and analyze net-zero energy and carbon strategies based on various metrics (i.e. carbon emissions, time of use rates, source/site, etc.)
• Analyze building envelope, HVAC, lighting, and domestic hot water systems for compliance with California Energy Code requirements and identify cost-effective pathways to exceed minimum code performance.
• Prepare written summaries of work and technical reports for clients or other stakeholders
• Support senior staff to coordinate sustainability assessments, energy and thermal comfort analysis, energy benchmarking, development of climate impact mitigation strategies, perform life cycle cost analysis, etc. on building and planning projects
• Collaborate closely with architects and design team members to make energy and carbon emissions improvement recommendations.
• Attend site visits, project meetings and present analyses to the stakeholders
• Working with Atelier Ten’s Energy Analysis practice leader to develop new approaches and tools to improve team efficiency.
• Develop and maintain in-house databases and spreadsheet tools, methods and standards

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible / hybrid work schedule
• Emphasis on work life balance
• 401k matching program
• Highly engaged coworkers with a shared hunger for knowledge
• Mutual respect and support from colleagues and leadership
• Paid Life and Disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer time
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Annual professional development funds
• Freedom to contribute ideas and make a personal difference that is not always possible in a large corporate environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level