Greetings everyone, IBE Consulting Engineers based in Sherman Oaks,
California is seeking a Building Analyst to support the Advanced
Technology Group within IBE.
Company Description
With the belief that engineering components should enhance the
architecture of a building, IBE Consulting Engineers designs mechanical,
electrical, and plumbing systems that are responsive to architectural
goals, meet client's budgets and technical expectations, and achieve
additional measures such as energy efficiency, ease of maintenance, and
system integration. The Advanced Technologies Group within IBE
Consulting Engineers will provide world class expertise in Building
Systems Engineering, based on our philosophy of creative
problem-solving, which feeds upon the transfer of thought and technology
between the different disciplines in which we work. This promotes a high
level of innovation which regularly delivers a significant positive
impact on the operation, value and delivery of building systems.
Expertise includes the following:
* passive and active systems
* modeling of facades, air movement, temperature and contaminant
distribution
* alternative energy sources and building services system
* Thermal Comfort
Job Description
IBE Consulting Engineers' Advanced Technologies Group is seeking a
building energy analyst with 3 - 6 years of building and energy modeling
experience. Understanding the interrelationships between building
systems, program and architectural components is critical to aiding
design teams and owners in making informed decisions in the design
process. IBE is looking for dedicated applicants who have experience in
breaking down complex architectural and building system components to be
modeled with currently available tools and report back to the design
team with clear and concise reporting.
Join our sustainable design oriented design team that provides building
design solutions for progressive clients and architecture: complete
preliminary energy analysis, energy audits, detailed system analysis,
and prepare reports and studies outlining the benefits of specific
system types and energy conservation measures.
Key areas of Responsibilities
* Perform energy modeling, evaluation of building systems (HVAC,
electrical and plumbing), and life-cycle-cost analysis; (using programs
such as TRACE 700, IES, eQuest)
* Provide clear and well-written memorandums, and reports to the
design team regarding project specific energy performance and modeling
results;
* Provide simulation model input data from 3D sources such as
Revit, Rhino and Google Sketchup
* Perform basic CFD modeling using programs such as IES and
Design Builder.
* Provide Thermal Comfort analysis of spaces in accordance with
ASHRAE Std. 55 using programs such as ROOM or TRNSYS
* Provide life cycle cost analyses of systems using BLCC or
similar
* Prepare analyses, calculations and reports to support USGBC
LEED components;
* Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure engineering
quality and accurate technical content of project-related documents;
* Meet / contact clients as appropriate to discuss energy
analysis methods, results and recommendations;
Key Skills Required
* Strong oral and written communication skills providing clear
explanations and directions to clients and team members.
* Clear concise, technical writing
* Strong Planning and organizational skills.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office.
* Efficient personal and project task organization and
management.
* 3-6 yrs energy modeling experience with DOE-2, IES Virtual
Environment, TRACE, TRNSYS or other detailed hourly simulation;
Qualifications
* 4 year Bachelor's Degree
* 3 - 6 years of related work as a building energy analyst
conducting full building analysis.
* Experience modeling "traditional" building systems as well as
active beams, radiant floors, thermal energy storage, on site renewable
energy, geothermal.
Preferred:
* Demonstrated experience with simulation software programs such
as Ecotect, Radiance and computational fluid dynamic software. BIM
experience preferable (Revit Digital Projects or 3D modeling programs)
* LEED Accredited Professional and previous experience
participating in the LEED or other green rating system process.
* Experience with TRNSYS
Please forward your resume to Peter Simmonds, Head of the Advanced
Technology Group or call Peter should you require any additional
information.
Peter Simmonds, Ph.D.
