Role: Performance Simulation Engineer PositivEnergy Practice (PEP) is a leading Engineering and Energy Consultancy firm that adheres to a fully-integrated, whole-building, site-appropriate approach to developing sustainable solutions for the built environment. Our growing practice is led by experienced industry experts who provide day-to-day project involvement and management for a team of collaborative, cross-discipline problem-solvers. PEP seeks talented, like-minded professionals, with top Engineering, Energy Modeling and Sustainable Design skills, who are willing and eager to join us on the charge into the future. Our services include Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Controls and Building Technology Systems, Civil, Site Water, Energy and Utilities Engineering; Software and Advanced Analytical Tool Development. The practice works with ambitious clients in the development and implementation of high-performance, low-energy engineering solutions for new buildings; the cultivation of greening strategies for existing buildings; site infrastructure engineering and decarbonization of open space developments. http://www.pepractice.com

PEP is seeking a Performance Simulation Engineer for their Chicago office who is willing and eager to join PEP on its charge into the future utilizing his/her skills in Building Physics and Sustainable Design. This role provides support for the Performance Simulation discipline which support the entire firm's other disciplines.

Job Responsibilities:
* Work within the Performance Simulation team to provide energy modeling services for new building design, analysis of existing buildings and urban areas of multiple buildings to assess utility infrastructure performance
* Support the discipline in the design of projects of all scales and complexities for a variety of project types, including mixed-use, commercial, academic, healthcare, residential, hospitality and civic, both domestic and international.
* Analyze the performance of buildings within a campus environment and within larger urban contexts
* Provide leadership in the use of energy and building physics tools throughout the practice
* Work in close contact with clients, architects, HVAC engineers, contractors, equipment vendors
* Work with architectural and engineering teams to conceptualize and evaluate building characteristics, systems options and potential for renewable energy and low carbon solutions
* Undertake parametric studies to optimize design solutions
* Undertake Life Cycle Cost Analysis studies for high performance and sustainable design strategies.
* Meet project schedules and deadlines.
* Active involvement in professional organizations (IEEE, USGBC, ASHRAE, IBPSA, etc.)
* Support the improvement of the Performance Simulation tools, processes and deliverables. Implement these.
* Serve as Technical Advisor to the Performance Simulation team.
* Deliver lectures and write technical articles to help sustain the firm's technical credibility and stature in the design community.
Licensure and Accreditation Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or Computer Science
* PE license preferred
* USGBC LEED AP designation and or Green Associate Accreditation preferred

Skills & Experience:
* 5+ years of experience in performance simulation using an industry standard modeling tool such as IES-VE, EnergyPlus, eQUEST or TRNSYS.

* Experience in the use of Radiance, WINDOW, THERM, WUFI, CFD modeling, DIVA, Vasari, Open Studio

* Competency in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino + Grasshopper or Sketchup

* Knowledge of MatLab, Java, C++, php scripting, SQL databases, HTML would be seen as an asset

* Passion for sustainable design and a dedication to achieving its ideals through design.
* Extensive knowledge of digital design tools and processes, including AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft Office Suite
* Experienced understanding and coordination across multi-disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Controls, Civil, Structural, and Architectural).
* Adept knowledge of U.S. building codes required, international code knowledge preferred.
* Knowledge of and involvement with relevant trade societies and organizations.
* Extensive knowledge of digital design tools and processes, including AutoCAD and Revit.
* Advanced proficiency level with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
* Highly creative problem solver.

PEP offers competitive salaries, career advancement, and comprehensive benefits (including medical, life, dental, vision, 401K, flexible spending and a generous paid time off program). PEP is an equal opportunity employer.
Please submit letter of interest and resume, by email, to resumes at pepractice.com (limit to 5 MB). Reference 'Performance Simulation Engineer' in the subject line.

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Craig Burton, PE, LEED AP BD+C