Guidehouse is a leading consulting firm that specializes in sustainability consulting. The Energy Efficiency Consultant I will support the development of energy efficiency standards and evaluate new technologies to improve energy efficiency in buildings and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Providing detailed fact finding, research, and analysis of energy efficiency-related topics
- Assessing technologies and analyzing technology trends
- Modeling the performance of advanced technologies
- Performing statistical analyses; data collection; spreadsheet creation and management
- Developing test methods to help characterize the energy use of various appliances
- Reviewing international test methods and procedures currently used by industry
- Preparing reports, presentations and other documents for clients
Skills
- Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship restrictions apply; No sponsorship available
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a similar discipline
- 0 years of directly related working experience
- Ability to travel as needed
- Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment to coordinate work
- Ability to regularly use close visual acuity and operate computer equipment to prepare, analyze and transmit data accordingly
- Ability to work in an office environment
- This hybrid position role may require up to 2-5 days on-site at the Guidehouse office
- This position is open to candidates who will reside within 50 miles of Arlington, VA, or Boston, MA
- The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described
- Bachelor's degree in either Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering
- Internships, Co-ops, or fellowships related to any of the following: energy efficiency, connected & smart lighting, HVAC technology, and/or building automation & efficiency
- Strong interest in energy efficiency, laboratory testing, and/or advanced technologies and/or relevant experience in these fields
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proactive and independent work style
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Superior interpersonal skills
- High degree of self-confidence and determination
- Highly developed organization and time management skills
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities without diminished effectiveness
- Demonstrated proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and slide presentation software
- Strong conceptual, as well as quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
- Work as a member of a team as well as be a self-motivator with ability to work independently
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend
Company Overview
Guidehouse offers consulting services for public and commercial markets with expertise in management, technology, and risk consulting. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://guidehouse.com.