Senior Energy Specialist (Part-Time)  

Position Summary 

Bensonwood seeks a Senior Energy Specialist to join the Preconstruction team in a part-time role and serve as the senior expert on building performance within the company, and act as a point of contact for information on energy and building science during the sales, design, and build processes.  

Support project managers, architects, and engineers with energy analysis and MEP / HVAC design through all stages of product and project development, as well as R&D efforts throughout the company. Consult with partners, clients and sub-contractors to recommend high performance systems and assemblies.  

Primary Responsibilities 

  • Communicate energy performance standards and expectations internally and externally 
  • Maintain updated expertise on building performance research   
  • MEP Schematic Plans 
  • MEP 3D modeling 
  • Energy Code Research & ResCheck/ComCheck code compliance reports 
  • Manual J calculations (heating system load and mechanical system sizing) 
  • Energy load modeling for system and product comparisons and PV sizing 
  • Thermal/moisture analysis and building science consultation 
  • Facilitate energy/green certification programs, state incentive/rebate coordination 
  • Represent the company at conferences and trade shows 
  • Give presentations at conferences, and to clients, partners, and public on Bensonwood’s high performance standards and projects of interest 

 

Qualified candidates should possess the following: 

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree, in Environmental, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Sustainability Management, Urban Planning or related subjects.  
  • 5+ years of experience in construction, architectural, engineering or design-build office 
  • Knowledge of LEED, WELL and other Sustainability, Resiliency and Equity rating systems.   
  • Experience with energy ratings for the certification of homes to energy efficiency standards 
  • Passive House Consultant certification required  
  • Proficiency in 3D B.I.M. software (Revit, Cadwork, or equal), Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat (PDF), WrightSoft 

 

Additional attributes of success 

  • Positive, can-do team player with strong problem-solving skills 
  • Comfort giving polished, professional presentations  
  • High attention to detail with the ability to: 
  • Complete assignments accurately 
  • Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines 
  • Work independently and collaboratively within a team setting 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 
  • Strong belief in customer service and satisfaction 
  • Ability and flexibility to take on other responsibilities as assigned 

 

Compensation & Benefits 

Compensation and exact title for this position will be based on skill level and experience. All candidates should have legal work status in the United States. Bensonwood is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits include: 

  • Health Insurance 
  • 8 Paid Holidays 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • Voluntary Life Insurance 
  • Voluntary Dental insurance 
  • Voluntary Short-term Disability 
  • 401(K) 
  • Profit Sharing 
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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