The Thermal Management Group at United Technologies Research Center is seeking candidates with expertise in thermal and energy management systems analysis for high performance buildings. The successful candidate will conduct research in modeling and analysis, and will support technology demonstrations of advanced building energy and control systems. The position requires analytical skills and experience with programming and the development and use of computational modeling tools. An understanding of building physics, including heat transfer, fluid flow and humidity propagation is required. Applications include the modeling of building envelope, loads and HVAC systems.
The candidate is expected to interact with a wide group of researchers in inter-disciplinary teams and to act as the technical leader in their area of expertise within these teams. The candidate should have an MS degree in mechanical, systems or environmental engineering with exceptional academic credentials and a demonstrated ability to stand out. Preferred candidates will have a Ph.D. in one of the these fields.
Additional requirements are:
? Experience with development /application of modeling and simulation programs to analyze building systems, thermal loads and performance.
? Familiarity with HVAC equipment performance including vapor compression products, air distribution and building management systems.
? Exceptional communication skills, demonstrated commitment to deliver results, adaptability and the ability to work in a teaming environment.
? Field experience with implementation or monitoring of building system technologies and experience working with Government agencies and proposal development is desirable.
? U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green Card) is preferred.
For detailed information about the position and to apply on-line, please visit our jobs web site at:
http://www.utrc.utc.com/pages/Career/Job_openings.html
UTRC Job Posting 86568: Research Engineer - Building Energy Systems
United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Thank you,
Zheng O'Neill, PhD, PE
