Posting TitleCommercial Buildings Project Manager.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeRegular.Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado, is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. NREL offers full-time employees fixed-benefit (pension) and fixed-contribution (403b match) retirement benefits, flexible work schedules, and extended sick leave benefits for those needing to take care of a family member (even for things as routine as a child’s doctor appointment). We appreciate the time you are taking to review this job posting and for your consideration to join our diverse NREL family. Please carefully review the job description below.We recognize the value that diverse backgrounds bring to any team and encourage you to apply if you feel you are a great fit for this position, even if you don’t satisfy every listed qualification. We encourage you to tell us why you would be a positive addition to our team in your cover letter (we really do read them).The successful candidate will:<ul><li>Work hand in hand with project Principal Investigators to develop and execute team-based project plans.</li><li>Support a subset of 3-5 projects within the Buildings Program to track project financial performance, address scheduling and staffing needs, and monitor task and deliverable progress.</li></ul>Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who can:<ul><li>Develop vendor requests for proposals and track subsequent deliverables and financial performance for any awarded subcontracts.</li><li>Work in an interdisciplinary environment with diverse groups of people.</li><li>Work with the NREL Building Program Operations Team to identify project risks and solutions.</li><li>Communicate well within small team structures, but who are also comfortable presenting to larger groups.</li><li>Work closely with engineers, architects, policy makers, community program implementers, and building operators to help ensure the timely and on-budget delivery of project milestones and deliverables.</li></ul>​An ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>Experience developing vendor requests for proposals and tracking subsequent deliverables and financial performance for any awarded subcontracts.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with all aspects of project financial planning (from project development through execution/tracking to closeout).</li><li>Experience developing Power BI dashboards.</li><li>Experience working with DOE and/or other federal agencies.</li><li>Written/contributed-to successful proposals in response to funding opportunity announcements.</li><li>Exceptional writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul>About the Commercial Building Controls and Analytics Group (CBCAG): CBCAG staff use engineering, applied science, and software engineering expertise to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions in the U.S. commercial building stock. We are expanding the frontier of scientific knowledge that enables optimized energy use, generation, and storage in the built environment at multiple scales with equitable outcomes designed into our research. Our research significantly enhances the resiliency, efficiency, and affordability of energy systems across the United States and the world..Basic QualificationsRelevant Master's Degree or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Complete understanding and application of project management principles, concepts, practices and standards. Full knowledge of technical field and related disciplines. Very good interpersonal, conflict resolution, teaming and communication skills.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications<ul><li>Experience developing vendor requests for proposals and tracking subsequent deliverables and financial performance for any awarded subcontracts.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with all aspects of project financial planning (from project development through execution/tracking to closeout).</li><li>Experience developing Power BI dashboards.</li><li>Experience working with DOE and/or other federal agencies.</li><li>Written/contributed-to successful proposals in response to funding opportunity announcements.</li><li>Exceptional writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience working with local, state, or federal energy equity programs, initiatives, or offices.</li><li>Working knowledge of building science principles and building energy reporting terminology.</li><li>High emotional intelligence.•Experience operating within a matrixed organizational structure.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to administer and curate project repositories, such as SharePoint</li></ul>.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Project Manager II / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application..EEO PolicyNREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_unformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. 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Commercial Buildings Project Manager

Posting TitleGroup Manager - Chemistry and Nanoscience , Fundamental and Applied Electrochemical Conversions.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeRegular.Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.NREL is seeking a Group Manager in the Chemistry and Nanoscience Center to lead an electrochemistry-oriented group. The new group will be part of a larger team of excellence in electrochemical conversion technology research at NREL that spans multiple Centers and Directorates.The electrochemical conversions team at NREL conducts research in:· Hydrogen production, storage, and utilization· Electrochemical CO2/CO, and N2 conversion to fuels and chemicals· Direct air capture and utilization of CO2The interests of the groups range from fundamental R&amp;D to device testing to modelling megawatt-scale deployment of new technologies – all with a focus on translational research in partnership with private industry.Our Chemistry and Nanoscience Center utilizes multiple research methods including wet-chemical synthesis, electrochemical and photo-electrochemical characterization, and large-scale electrolysis while making extensive use of fundamental materials characterization tools that are available at NREL and at National Lab User Facilities.Our team provides national and international leadership in electrochemical conversion and storage through leadership in consortiums such as Hydrogen from Next-Generation Electrolyzersof Water (H2NEW), HydroGEN, the Hydrogen Materials Advanced Research Consortium (HyMARC), the Silicon Consortium Project, and Behind the Meter Storage (BTMS). We also provide leadership in national hubs such as the Liquid Sunlight Alliance (LiSA), the Sunlight Energy Innovation Hub, and the ReCELL battery recycling consortium.The successful candidate will work closely with the Chemistry and Nanoscience Center, the Materials Science Center, the Computational Sciences Center and the leadership and researchers from the Materials and Chemical Sciences (MCCS) and Mechanical and Thermal Engineering Sciences (MTES) directorates while utilizing the lab’s program interface to DOE programs such as the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology Office, the Bioenergy Technology Office, and the Vehicles Technology Office, to identify and develop new capabilities and steward existing infrastructure.The group manager will serve as a key contributor to the broader NREL S&amp;T strategy through strategic interactions throughout the Directorate and with other Directorates at NREL. Further, the candidate will provide scientific and strategic leadership and mentoring to a group consisting of technical staff of all levels, postdoctoral researchers, and students while advancing and maintaining a safe and secure work environment..Basic QualificationsFor Group Manager II· Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of experience in a technically related research discipline; or, master’s degree and 7 years of experience in a technically related research discipline; or, PhD and 4 years of experience in a technically related research discipline.· Excellent interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills.· Previous management and budget adherence. Experience and/or significant leadership in an individual contributor role required.For Group Manager III· Bachelor’s degree and over 14 years of research experience, or a master’s degree and over 12 years of research experience, or a PhD and over 9 years of research experience· Excellent interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills.· Previous management and budget adherence. Experience and/or significant leadership in an individual contributor role required.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required QualificationsGroup Manager IIExperience managing work, resources and projects for group(s) or multiple teams in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Center/Office. Assignments may include complex projects with high impact and visibility. Provides input to Center/Office for development of strategic plans. Leads implementation of strategic plans affecting respective group.Research Qualifications· A successful track record of independent research· Demonstrated skill interpreting and assessing experimental results of their own work and that of others.· Experience leading and contributing to programs in electrochemical conversion and storage technologies.· Knowledge of the principles underlying electrochemical conversion technologies, as well as expertise in synthesis and characterization through structural characterization, electrochemical analysis, and spectroscopy.Operations Management· Previous management, budget development and/or significant leadership in an individual contributor role.· Demonstrated experience in management of projects.· Demonstrated skill in dealing with legal and ethical management issues and practices.Organizational Leadership· Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and direct personnel with diverse skills, work styles, and values - both directly and through subordinate management.· Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain outstanding talent and support a diverse workforce.· Demonstrated ability to mentor researchers at various career levels including postdoctoral scientists and students.Collaboration· Ability to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.Group Manager IIIMust have all the qualifications listed above for Group Manager II, plus:Experience managing work, resources and projects for a large complex group or multiple groups in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Center/Office. Assignments will include complex projects with high impact and visibility.International Authority· Demonstrated ability to build national and international, multi-disciplinary teams.· Principal engineering or scientific authority at the international level.· Industry recognition as a thought leader in a field related to electrochemical energy conversion and storage.· Experience with directing government policy.Strategic Direction· Experience championing long-range positions on programs and technologies for world-wide consideration.· Demonstrated ability to provide strategic direction for business development and oversee proposal activity for multiple sponsors including the Department of Energy/EERE, Office of Science, Department of Defense, and industry and university partners.· Demonstrated experience in program management and strategic planning.· Demonstrated ability to develop and advance new approaches to address particular challenges for energy-related systems and devices is a plus.Preferred QualificationsGroup Manager III:· PhD plus at least 10+ years of experience in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science &amp; engineering, physics, or related field.· Strong record of publications/presentations in areas relevant to NREL research.Group Manager II:· PhD plus at least 4 to 9 years of experience in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science &amp; engineering, physics, or related field..Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Group Research Manager III / Annual Salary Range: $137,600 - $247,700Job Profile: Group Research Manager II / Annual Salary Range: $114,500 - $206,100NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application..EEO PolicyNREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_unformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. 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Group Manager - Chemistry and Nanoscience , Fundamental and Applied Electrochemical Conversions

Posting TitleEarly Career - Residential Building Science Engineer.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeRegular.Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe Residential Buildings Solutions and Scaling Group has an immediate opening for an early career Researcher with engineering background and/or experience in building science. The ideal candidate will have some demonstrated understanding of how energy is used in various building systems. The Researcher in this role may contribute to research projects involving residential building technology integration, competition management, technical assistance to communities pursuing decarbonization goals, and/or buildings workforce development initiatives. Sample of potential Department of Energy program position will support include Solar Decathlon (https://www.solardecathlon.gov/) , Communities LEAP (https://www.energy.gov/communitiesLEAP/communities-leap) and Weatherization Assistance Program (https://www.energy.gov/scep/wap/weatherization-assistance-program) .The Residential Buildings Solutions and Scaling Group (RBSSG) resides within the Building Technologies and Science Center (BTSC) at NREL. RBSSG, BTSC and NREL are committed to fostering a creative, curiosity-driven, diverse, inclusive workplace, and to supporting and mentoring research staff as they progress from task execution to principal investigator and beyond. This position reports to the Residential Buildings Solutions and Scaling Group manager.The Researcher will develop and apply engineering solutions contributing to research project tasks and milestones. Job duties and responsibilities for this position may include:<ul><li>Contributing to residential building science research projects that may involve building energy modeling, data analytics, lab experimentation, and/or field demonstration.</li><li>Supporting technical assistance initiatives providing analysis and technical information to communities implementing decarbonization goals.</li><li>Supporting building science and STEM workforce development projects and initiatives.</li><li>Contribute to and prepare reports, presentations, and communications for work.</li><li>Disseminating research results and program guidance through presentations and stakeholder meetings.</li><li>Writing for peer-reviewed science journals and professional conferences.</li></ul>Qualifications should be detailed in a cover letter and resume.A researcher II should demonstrate general knowledge and experience applying engineering technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Training in team, task or project leadership responsibilities. Entry level experience in project management. Good writing, interpersonal and communication skills.A researcher I should have basic knowledge and experience applying engineering technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Proficient in writing, interpersonal and communication skills..Basic QualificationsFor Researcher IIRelevant Master's Degree . Or, relevant Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience .For Researcher IRelevant Bachelor's Degree .* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications<ul><li>Strong background in engineering, applied mathematics, statistics,or related fields.</li><li>Strong understanding of building science principles and building system integration issues.</li><li>Excellentverbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Proficient and experienced at using Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>​This position requires an on campus hybrid work arrangement and therefore is not seeking remote applicants.</li></ul>Preferred QualificationsFor Researcher II​<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to write technical research documents.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop successful presentations to communicate project work.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with team members and project leaders.</li><li>Experience presenting technical and non-technical information to wide range of audiences.</li><li>Experience with diverse audiences and focus areas.</li><li>Experience communicating with a client and public speaking roles.</li><li>Highly detailed-orientated and thorough.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to identify best practices and lessons learned, which in turn is incorporated into process improvement.</li><li>Participated in Solar Decathlon or similar student competition.</li></ul>For Researcher I<ul><li>Interest and/or ability to write technical research documents</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop successful presentations to communicate project work</li><li>Interest and preferably experience in public speaking with diverse audiences and focus areas.</li><li>Interest in supporting research to identify best practices and lessons learned.</li><li>Interest or participation in Solar Decathlon or similar student competition</li></ul>.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Researcher II / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800Job Profile: Researcher I / Annual Salary Range: $63,600 - $104,900NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application..EEO PolicyNREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_unformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. 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Early Career - Residential Building Science Engineer

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Help Desk Support Analyst

Posting TitleConstruction Field Representative.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeRegular.Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionProvide construction management, construction inspections, and engineering support for capital and minor facility construction projects. Support includes safety and health program monitoring, pre-construction engineering support, pre-construction superintendent, code and related field construction inspections, field coordination activities, and related construction management administrative support.Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Work under guidance to provide construction management services for moderately complex projects, activities, deliverables, and problems.</li><li>Duties generally include collecting, evaluating and conducting moderately complex construction management analyses, and preparing related reports, disclosures, presentations and recommendations..</li><li>Review, the construction contractors' written project safety and health plan (per DOE-STD-1149- 2002) for all assigned construction projects. Prior to starting work on any project phase, review contractors' analysis of all hazards associated with that phase and manage accordingly.</li><li>Provide solutions to a variety of construction management-related problems of moderate scope and complexity.</li><li>Perform frequent and regular documented on-site reviews of the construction contractors' safety and health program effectiveness, as delegated by the construction project manager.</li><li>Provide field construction oversight and administration of assigned construction projects to ensure the construction contractors’ compliance with requirements in the construction project acquisition documents.</li><li>Provide coordination for construction reviews, RFIs, contractors’ construction submittals, substantiation of contractual requirements, commissioning activities, and related field activities.</li><li>Assist with the review and development of contractual documents for Request for Proposals including Statements of Work, design and construction standards, and contractor selection criteria.</li><li>Review and provide comments to improve construction management group policies and procedures.</li><li>Follow all ESH&amp;Q policies and procedures to ensure and maintain a safe working environment.</li><li>Other construction management support duties and responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul>.Basic QualificationsRelevant Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree or equivalent relevant education/experience. General knowledge and application of technical standards, principles, theories and techniques. Frequent application of industry concepts and principles. General knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Skilled in problem solving, written and verbal communication. Ability to use various computer software programs.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications<ul><li>General knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures, and practices related to construction management.</li><li>Skilled in problem solving, and oral and written communications..</li><li>Ability to use various computer software programs.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.</li></ul>.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Professional II / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application..EEO PolicyNREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_unformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.

Construction Field Representative

Help Desk Support Analyst I

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Upstream Tech builds software products that accelerate the pace, scale, and impact of environmental work around the globe. We&rsquo;re looking for an applied machine learning engineer to help develop and support HydroForecast&rsquo;s industry leading flow forecasts.
In this job you&rsquo;ll work with our multi-disciplined team to solve technical problems that our customers face. You will design, build, test, and improve models, wrangle data, and run user-facing model deployments to support our HydroForecast product. We&rsquo;re looking for strong communicators who are comfortable sharing their ideas and implementing them in code with a high degree of autonomy. This is a role that requires strong software engineering skills. Familiarity with hydrology, GIS, and remote sensing is helpful but not required.
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If you&rsquo;re passionate about climate and environmental issues we encourage you to apply, even if you don&rsquo;t meet every qualification.
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Own projects from conception to completion, focusing on iteration, problem-solving, and outcomes
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Create models to forecast river flow using neural networks and other statistical methods
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Integrate new big datasets (e.g. weather sources, satellite data) and test their impact on model performance
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Build/deploy well tested analysis tools and capabilities to understand model behavior
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Test model structures and input data sources for long-term climate-scale streamflow forecasting
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Strong prioritization and communication skills
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Experience applying statistical and machine learning techniques to real-world datasets&nbsp;
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Comfortable navigating and contributing to a large code base on a team
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A balance between curiously exploring a problem space and pragmatically finding a solution
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You want to work at a growing, impact-focused company. We measure our success with a triple bottom line and put our principles before profits.
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Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, business needs, other compensation components, and/or market demands. The salary range for this role is expected to be in the range of $120,000 - $139,000, and we offer equity to new employees.
We are proud to offer great benefits like 4 weeks of paid vacation and trans-inclusive health insurance plans (along with dental, vision, disability, and life insurance). We want our team to live full lives outside of work.
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Remote, in continental US time zones. We conduct business using technologies like Slack and video conferencing. We do an annual in-person trip to work, bond, and celebrate our successes.
<h2>How to Apply</h2>
If interested, please provide your resume detailing your experience as well as a brief introduction at https://jobs.upstream.tech/. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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Upstream Tech is committed to building, supporting, and growing a diverse team. We have a standardized interview process designed to reduce individual bias, and have structured pay scales to prevent inequity. We don&rsquo;t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Harnessing technology for environmental conservation with customizable planning and monitoring platforms for water management and agriculture.

Machine Learning Engineer II

Macintosh Administrator - Help Desk Support Analyst II

<div>About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.</div><div>For more information, visit our <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=EJRLpfhqVH_yBuxqd4hdNqtxyT82bCP6_Opwf3EDdyaGDKkbXs1mIsfMP9QQmavqeBGrHFrRsoQsy2NeutKfJQ==">website</a>, or follow us on <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=xQb2fqlhI8b-YKgRl7u95mIjnGRba5V9ma4OCKf7P79ZhbT7L5WUOiQyJFjkIU6gVLq7QzxjXzi-5m4lx5a0k-s6LSZ4xcooofui8l1zKWU=">LinkedIn</a> or <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=nGiraM4CyOamAEPje7GQc4jN2xP6rpxJqaeSHW3ohK8p16uU-D5QtQDB2aldcOoUI_YY9j7qX04uJMTzKddlYA==">Twitter</a>. To stay up to date on the latest industry insights, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=QMLiTwWsXCAkd165O6AtYrpmVtDc_q4et05Eh3dnLGymvCOMYHnW2l2hJJo9BlfJ_eL74NZvmXxyPiQFP00Q-z8RdN2Wt9wXAqjE40FGXlE5j049tMbWRtv_nMhwBqdEoU3bwarwui0ER758IJ0i_g0gI76hcMB6muklIEqPPQM=">sign up for Fluence's Full Potential Blog</a>.</div><div> </div><div>OUR CULTURE AND VALUES</div><div> </div><div>We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.</div><div> </div><div>We are Leading </div><div>Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day. </div><div> </div><div>We are Responsible </div><div>Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. </div><div> </div><div>We are Agile </div><div>We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.</div><div> </div><div>We are Fun </div><div>We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. </div><div> </div><div>We are looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer &amp; Lab Support(m/f/d), full time with an unlimited contract, for our office in Erlangen.</div><div> </div><div>The QA Engineer &amp; Lab Support will perform as a member of a dynamic hardware engineering team developing cutting edge energy storage tools.  The QA Engineer &amp; Lab Support will test software and hardware for ongoing development projects and be responsible for developing and maintaining test cases using Agile Scrum software development methodologies.  Responsibilities will include compliance management, technical documentation, testing support, and process efficiency. </div><div> </div><div>What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence? </div><div> </div><div>•B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related technical field</div><div>•5+ years of experience design and testing of power electronic devices</div><div>•Experience using a Test Case Management System such as TestRail</div><div>•Experience capturing day to day activities in JIRA.</div><div>•Ability to support product concepts through the evaluation and implementation of new and state-of-the-art technologies that address challenging customer problems.</div><div>•Ability to use engineering expertise to analyze complex hardware, electronics, software, and fluidics systems, design, architecture, and other technical issues.</div><div>•Desire to participate, define, and adhere to best practices for hardware engineering, development testing, and validation.</div><div>•Experience working with hardware and software in loop test harnesses.</div><div>•Perform validation testing and complete root cause analysis of possible failures in components, subsystems, and product-level systems.</div><div>•Review product and process non-conformance and recommend remedial actions including but not limited to modifications of products, processes or QA standards where warranted.</div><div>•Experience in forming design/analysis of a system or new requirements.</div><div>•Experience testing embedded systems for industrial uses, particularly feedback control systems.</div><div>•Experience in developing test plans and procedures to assess adherence to requirements.</div><div>•Working knowledge of electrical systems; power system experience preferred.</div><div>•The ability to comprehend high-level objectives and translate that to provide technical leadership to a team of quality engineers. </div><div>•Have strong oral and written communication skills for communicating ideas to both managers and other technical leads.</div><div>•Work with external suppliers certifications, test documents, and requirements are all up to date.</div><div>•Ability to read technical specifications, engineering drawings, and descriptions as they relate to engineering designs, process flow, manufacturing techniques, and quality standards.</div><div>•Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and provide solutions.</div><div>Fluent in German and English</div><div> </div><div>DESIRED SKILLS:</div><div>•Experience in supporting Linux, Mac and Windows operating systems.</div><div>•Experience with AWS, Openstack, Docker, and/or Github.</div><div>•Experience with continuous integration, build management, and automated test frameworks.</div><div>•Experience assessing existing products.</div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Our benefits:</div><div>· Attractive pay in line with the metal collective agreement</div><div>· 30 days annual vacation</div><div>·Hybrid working in Erlangen </div><div>·Flexible working time </div><div>· Company pension plan</div><div>· Capital forming payments for Tarif-Employees</div><div>· Kindergarten allowance tax free (100€/kid/month)</div><div>· Culture based on values within diverse teams, open and transparent communication with a focus on DE&amp;I</div><div>· Personal development (LinkedIn Training, inhouse training, workshops)</div><div>· Sabbatical Option</div><div>· Home office allowance</div><div>· Corporate Benefits</div> <div>Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. </div>

Quality Assurance Engineer II

Posting TitleFinancial Analyst - Mechanical &amp; Thermal Engineering Sciences Portfolio.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeRegular.Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe chosen candidate will provide financial management support to the Chief Financial Officer and CenterDirectors, program managers, project managers, and other NREL staff. They will also work within adynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) organization closely collaborating with other financial analysts andmanagers in other groups to solve complex financial planning, programming, budgeting, andexecution tasks, as well as improve institutional processes. 95% of this position can be remote; however,there will be some onsite requirements.Job Duties include the following:Budget Formulation and Planning:<ul><li>Support the annual NREL financial planning process by assisting NREL program, project and center leaders with the formulation of financial estimates.</li><li>Provide support to Center/Office Directors to formulate overhead requirements and affordability.</li><li>Assist with the development of cost plans for Department of Energy programs, Strategic Partnership Projects (non-DOE), and other cooperative efforts.</li><li>Review and approve new business proposals and prepare the corresponding cash flow analysis for DOE Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs) and Strategic Partnership Projects.</li><li>Monitor and evaluate reasonableness and accuracy of financial plans and coordinate needed updates.</li><li>Identify risks, issues and needed actions to leaders.</li></ul>Funds Allocations and Analysis:<ul><li>Coordinate the allocation of monthly funding with applicable project/task leaders.</li><li>Perform cash flow analysis to determine funding needs at the task/project/chargeable task levels for successful project execution.</li><li>Support communications with customers to ensure timely funds receipt.</li></ul>Project/Budget Execution:<ul><li>Develop monthly financial performance reports for assigned programs, projects and centers.</li><li>Perform plan to actual variance analyses and discuss issues and necessary actions with applicable leaders.</li><li>Communicate financial planning requirements and deadlines to all customers.</li></ul>Finance Policies and Procedures:<ul><li>Provide financial guidance to assigned programs, projects, and centers.</li><li>Support Laboratory policies, laws and regulations by assisting program, project and center staff in their understanding of financial management responsibilities.</li></ul>Financial Administration:<ul><li>Maintain updates to project cost breakdown structures using the Oracle Project Accounting system.</li><li>Create, support, monitor, and update various time-phased budget plans.</li><li>Assist the assigned Center/Office directors, technology managers, Project/Task/Chargeable</li><li>task leaders, service center managers with financial management, budget development and formulation, budget execution, proposal pricing, budget monitoring and understanding cost reports.</li><li>Other finance related duties.</li></ul>.Basic QualificationsRelevant Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree or equivalent relevant education/experience. General knowledge and application of technical standards, principles, theories and techniques. Frequent application of industry concepts and principles. General knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Skilled in problem solving, written and verbal communication. Ability to use various computer software programs.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required QualificationsProfessional Level III:<ul><li>Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proven strong organization and time management skills.</li><li>Strong leadership and teaming skills.</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Intermediate to advanced knowledge and application of industry (federal agencies/contracting/finance) technical standards, theories, techniques, concepts, and principles.</li><li>Considerable knowledge of laws, regulations, procedures, and practices related to specific field (federal agencies/contracting/finance).</li><li>Ability to utilize and analyze data from various software systems including Microsoft Office suite (particularly advanced in excel), Oracle (or other EBS), Hyperion Essbase (or similar).</li><li>Ability to manage a hihg volume financial portfolio with some complexity autonomously and with little to no guidance and some complexity.</li></ul>Professional Level II:<ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Good organization and time management skills.</li><li>Proven ability to work independently with general supervision.</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills.</li><li>General knowledge and application of industry (federal agencies/contracting/finance) technical standards, theories, techniques, concepts, and principles.</li><li>General knowledge of laws, regulations, procedures, and practices related</li><li>to specific field (federal agencies/contracting/finance).</li><li>Ability to utilize and interpret data from various software systems including Microsoft Office suite (particularly advanced in excel), Oracle (or other EBS), Hyperion Essbase (or similar).</li><li>Ability to manage a financial portfolio with some guidance and development.</li></ul>Preferred QualificationsPreferred candidate will have experience with federal agencies or federal contracting..Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Professional II / Annual Salary Range: $63,600 - $104,900Job Profile: Professional III / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application..EEO PolicyNREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_unformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.

Financial Analyst - Mechanical & Thermal Engineering Sciences Portfolio

<h2>Overview</h2>Put your passion and skills to work for the planet. Climate change is the most urgent issue of our time, and we need people like you to help us build a vital Earth — for everyone. We’re Environmental Defense Fund, a fast-paced nonprofit with a growing staff of more than 1,000 people in nearly 30 countries. We deliver game-changing solutions that cut climate pollution and strengthen people’s ability to thrive despite the effects climate change is already having. We work wherever we can have the most impact, from local communities to top companies to governments worldwide, and even in space. Our culture, values and commitment to diversity make EDF an exciting and meaningful place to work. Every job here makes a difference. Won’t you join us?<h2>Responsibilities </h2>The Office of Chief Scientist (OCS) is the nexus of science at EDF, ensuring that the science that is the backbone for all EDF policy positions is based on the best available information. To be most effective in this role, OCS provides programmatic support for all scientists at EDF and fosters relationships with scientists outside the organization. EDF has set an ambitious goal to achieve a 45% cut in global methane pollution from the Oil and Gas supply chain by 2025 in an effort to reduce the rate of warming we will experience over the next 20 years, equivalent to closing one third of the world’s coal fired power plants.  Overall Function The Scientist, Global Methane will be a key contributor to oil and natural gas-associated initiatives within EDF. Minimizing methane emissions from oil and natural gas supply chains is a core part of EDF’s energy and climate work. The Scientist will (i) help EDF stay at the cutting-edge of how to measure and mitigate anthropogenic methane emissions, and (ii) work to develop the scientific understandings required to mitigate methane emissions associated with global production and distribution of oil, gas, and coal. The Scientist will work with EDF's Office of the Chief Scientist team in close collaboration with policy and legal experts and report to the International Senior Scientist. Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Conduct research, analysis and provide scientific guidance and support for EDF’s work to characterize and mitigate methane emissions from oil and gas operations.</li> <li>Design, plan and execute EDF’s work on characterizing methane emissions from oil and gas supply chain; collaborating and coordinating effectively with academic and other relevant partners.</li> <li>Provide scientific guidance on the design and development of robust, empirically based measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) frameworks for methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.</li> <li>Coordinate and manage partnerships with research institutions.</li> <li>Coordinate and ensure rigor of scientific initiatives collaboratively undertaken with a diverse group of stakeholders including industry, academics, multilateral organizations and the public sector.</li> <li>Synthesize scientific results and insights from recent literature and communicate that information to a multi-disciplinary team, including EDF scientists, policy experts, and corporate and community partnership specialists.</li> <li>Provide scientific support to EDF’s global oil and gas methane initiatives and program.</li> <li>Remain at the cutting-edge of climate science, including staying up-to-date with the scientific literature.</li> <li>Ensure scientific integrity of EDF generated materials.</li> <li>Participate/lead in the analysis and writing of papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals.</li> <li>Attend and represent EDF at external meetings and interact with the scientific community at large.</li> <li>Participate in advancing EDF DEI goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values.</li> <li>Independently support other “rapid response” and/or project development efforts on an as-needed basis.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul> <li>A PhD in atmospheric science, physical sciences or engineering (e.g., chemical engineering) or related field with at least 2 years of experience, post-doc required.</li> <li>A track record of performing and publishing methane-focused research.</li> <li>Familiarity with methane emission datasets (i.e., in-situ measurements, satellite remote sensing).</li> <li>Experience coordinating methane field measurement campaigns.</li> <li>Understanding of methane monitoring technologies.</li> <li>Strong quantitative analysis skills.</li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.  </li> <li>Initiates and maintains contacts within the scientific community.</li> <li>Experience in performing rigorous analysis with short deadlines in support of highly visible work.</li> <li>The ability to communicate complex ideas in writing and orally to multiple stakeholders with different levels of expertise, including the public and industry.</li> <li>Must demonstrate cultural awareness and the knowledge, attitude, behavior and skills that lead to a culturally competent workplace. Must demonstrate a commitment to continued self-assessment, learning and growth to increase and broaden culturally competent skillsets that produce effective interactions with people across diverse cultures and backgrounds. This includes the ability to adapt to cultural change.</li> <li>An ability to work both independently and as a member of small teams on multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic. and creative environment.</li> <li>Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.</li></ul>Additional Preferred Qualifications<ul> <li>Familiarity with emission inventories.</li> <li>Proficiency in statistical analysis and understanding of atmospheric modeling.</li> <li>Willingness to travel internationally (&lt;10% of time).</li> <li>Understanding of current methane MRV frameworks</li></ul> Locations: Remote – US; Belgium; Netherlands Range for Belgium: 66,000 – 72,000 EURRange for Netherlands: 67,000 – 74,000 EUR NOTE: If you’re applying for one of our European locations, you must have the right to live and work in the applicable country when applying.<h2>Pay Ranges</h2>We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms.The pay range for this role is shown below. Please note that pay ranges are country specific. As a result, the stated currency is not meant be converted into any other currency. <h2>Minimum Salary</h2>USD $95,000.00/Yr.<h2>Maximum Salary</h2>USD $106,000.00/Yr.<h2>EEO Information</h2>Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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