[TRNSYS-users] Transsolar New York position announcement

[Erik Olsen]

ENERGY AND CLIMATE CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION ENGINEER

Transsolar is a German-based climate engineering firm, and one of the 
premier such offices in the world. We are seeking talented, highly 
motivated engineers for our New York office.

Transsolar develops and validate concepts for high quality environments 
that require minimal energy use. To achieve this we work collaboratively 
within the design team from the start of the design process, considering 
each step from the standpoint of fundamental thermodynamics. This 
generates a climate concept in which form, material, and mechanical 
systems are synergistic components of a well-orchestrated climate 
control system; and conversely, an environmental control strategy that 
is integral to the architectural concept.

We use a wide variety of complex computer simulation tools to evaluate 
our concepts, developing unique analytical methods based on a deep 
understanding of engineering physics. We perform dynamic thermal 
simulation using TRNSYS to develop and validate appropriate, reliable 
concepts in relationship to the complex set of factors that is unique to 
each project. Similarly, we perform daylight simulations using RADIANCE 
and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) using FLUENT.

Transsolar engineers are often specialized in their work, but all carry 
out a broad range of tasks. Responsibilities for this position include:
  - Development of climate and energy concepts in response to local 
climate, site, architectural, and programmatic requirements
  - Development, testing and validation of concepts via TRNSYS
  - Engineering analysis via EES, hand calculation, spreadsheet 
analysis, and other engineering analysis tools
  - Programming of new simulation and analysis tools in TRNSYS, EES, and 
spreadsheets
  - Internal coordination with other simulation specialists, synthesis, 
and communication of overall analysis results
  - Graphical representation of climate concepts and complex engineering 
analysis
  - Writing reports and correspondence
  - Participation in meetings and design charettes
  - Collaboration with German Transsolar offices
  - Domestic and international travel to project meetings and sites

Engineers with an emphasis on dynamic thermal simulation are our highest 
priority.   Both entry-level positions and positions for 3-5 years 
experience are available.  Our New York office is small but growing, 
providing ample opportunity for advancement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
  - Engineering or applied science education related to building energy 
flows and building science: heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid 
mechanics, indoor and outdoor human comfort, etc. Ideal is a degree in 
mechanical engineering or applied physics. An M.S. is strongly preferred.
  - Experience with computational engineering analysis (text-based 
input, computer programming, scripting such as Perl, spreadsheet 
analysis and macro programming such as VBA)
  - Experience with dynamic thermal simulation (energy simulation)
  - Proven ability to creatively develop and apply non-traditional 
climate solutions to the indoor environment
  - Education/professional experience with current and advanced 
architectural technologies (e.g. building envelope) and mechanical 
systems for building climate control
  - Experience with physical testing of engineering systems: system 
construction, instrumentation and measurement, etc.
  - Experience collaborating and communicating in the early stages of an 
architectural design process
  - Excellent oral and written communication skills
  - Computer-based drawing skills (e.g. Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, etc)

Applicants with an architectural background will not be considered; an 
engineering- or science-based degree is required for this position.
Interested applicants may submit their resume and cover letter via email 
to nycjobs at transsolar.com

-- 
Erik Olsen, PE
Managing Director
Transsolar Inc. | 134 Spring St. Suite 601 | New York, NY 10012

Transsolar Climate Engineering
Technical consulting for energy efficiency and environmental quality in 
buildings
New York - Stuttgart - Munich
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