Full Time Mechanical Engineer – Thermodynamic Energy Modeller

Eco Certificates is a highly established building energyefficiency and sustainability consultancy firm operating for more than 10 yearsin Sydney NSW. As a major component of our operation, we create complex anddetailed thermodynamic computer models to simulate the energy consumption ofdifferent types of residential and commercial buildings in Australia andgenerate certificates of compliance with the National Construction Code ofAustralia. We have completed thousands of projects for hundreds of Australianfirms operating in the building industry.

The position of a Full TimeMechanical Engineer has justbecome available at our office in Pymble, NSW, 2073. You will be working with ateam of experienced engineers and consultants to prepare building energythermodynamic computer models using government regulated software and createconsultancy, reports and certificates for the purpose of satisfying various buildingregulatory frameworks. Your job, as a Mechanical Engineer is to utilise yourknowledge of building mechanical and hydraulic systems as well as the coreconcepts of applied thermodynamics and national and state wide building codesand regulations to deliver the most accurate and compliant building models,simulations and results. Your roles would also put you in the position ofdirect commercial negotiation of a service with a technical design team andoffer the accurate and suitable type of service and certificate for thespecific type and scope of the project. You will also will be required torespond to highly technical enquiries, attend design meeting and providetechnical supporting evidence for engineering design teams, certifyingauthorities, government agents or representatives of various legal firms.

Thesuccessful candidate must possess the following Experience and Qualities:

• Minimum2+ years’ post qualification experience as a Mechanical Engineer in reputableorganisations.
• Experiencein computer energy modelling and simulation essential including US Departmentof Energy, EnergyPlus simulation engine and Design Builder software.Familiarity with HERO NatHERS thermal comfort modelling software and Specklecomputer modelling software highly regarded.
• Possessa Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or higher. Experience and degrees inbusiness operations highly regarded.
• Solidunderstanding of building plans and thermal envelope components as well asfamiliarity with the National Construction Code, Building Code of Australiavolume 1 and 2 sustainability and energy efficiency measures. Familiarity withNCC 2022 post 1st of October requirements in NSW highly regarded.
• Expertlevel understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical design plans andtechnical documents at the highest level for complex commercial buildingprojects.
• Abilityto work in a team environment and communicate effectively with professionals ofall technical or executive level. Functional level of Englishlanguage proficiency essential.
• Abilityto work effectively and competently with people at all levels in theorganisation, outside technical engineering design teams, regulatory certifyingauthorities and government or legal law firms.
• Contributeon an on-going basis toward maintaining a safe working environment both foryourself and for those working with you or in your close vicinity.
• Abilityto work to tight deadlines and see tasks through to completion in a fast pacedand highly technical environment.
• Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills and ability to negotiate effectivecommercial deals with clients of all levels and project of all sizes whilebeing conscious of the necessary type and level of service based on the projectand the current code.
• Excellentanalytical skills and impeccable attention to detail. High level familiaritywith computer systems including personal trouble shooting of network andproductivity software packages in MS windows environment.
• Abilityand willingness to learn highly technical and detailed computer modellingsoftware. High degree of familiarity with the US Department of Energy, EnergyPlus software and its various graphical user interfaces like UK Design Builder isessential.

Your dailyduties will include:

• Analyseand study the building design plans, geometry, mechanical, hydraulic andelectrical design plans and determine the scope of work, compliancerequirements and the associated regulatory mandates applicable to the developmentfor compliance with energy efficiency requirements of the federal and stategovernment codes and regulations.
• Bethe first point of contact for technical client enquiries and engage inscientific and regulatory discussions with the building designers, architects,mechanical and hydraulic system designers and certifying authorities.
• Completinghighly details thermodynamic computer models of buildings by strict adherenceto regulatory protocols and technical requirements of the Australian NationalConstruction Code, NatHERS technical nots and handbooks, the NSW Department ofPlanning BASIX thermal comfort protocol as well as other related documents likesoftware manuals.
• Performoptimisation simulations on residential and commercial building models toachieve the compliant performance requirements of building envelope elements,mechanical plants and systems, hydraulic systems and lighting systems energyefficiency requirements of the NCC.
• Studythe building plans, project scope and details and coordinate with the projectdesign team to collect the necessary information to prepare a complete buildingenergy model based on the relevant regulatory framework.
• Befully familiar with the documentation requirements of all types of projects todemonstrate compliance with the NCC as well as the NSW DoP regulations. Be ableto issue various certificates and regulated documents based on the scope of theservice provided both for residential and commercial developments.
• Beable to attend site inspections and engage in technical discussions with thebuilding site engineers, compliance officers, council town planners andrepresentatives of legal firms or the courts of law.

At Eco Certificates you'll be part of a supportive groupthat encourages continued development and growth. We offer healthy, ergonomicand stress-free work environment, friendly and family-oriented culture in asupportive small team.

Please express your interest by sending yourresume to ******@ecocertificates.com.au. Your application will be treated instrict confidence.

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected start date for role: 01 February 2024