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Job Family :

Sustainability Consulting

Travel Required :

Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

None

What You Will Do:

This position is based in Woburn, MA.

The Energy & Environment group within Guidehouse’s Energy, Sustainability, and Infrastructure (ES&I) practice provides technical and market analysis related to the potential for new and emerging technologies to save energy. Specifically, our group supports the U.S. Department of Energy in developing energy efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and other commercial/residential/industrial equipment, which save the U.S. more energy each year than all wind and solar power generation combined. This includes developing test procedures for measuring energy efficiency performance; understanding the technical improvements and associated costs necessary to meet higher efficiency levels; and examining the impacts of regulations on product manufacturers.

As a Consultant II in our group, you will support the development of test procedures and energy efficiency standards, and the evaluation, investigation, and analysis of new and emerging technologies that can improve the overall efficiency of buildings or related equipment. Other Consultant project work may include market and technology assessments and advanced technology investigations. The responsibilities of this Consultant staff level position include hands-on product testing and evaluation at our appliance testing laboratory.

Specific responsibilities may include:

• Performing hands-on laboratory testing of residential and commercial appliances and equipment

• Contributing to the improvement and expansion of laboratory testing capabilities

• Synthesizing test data to reveal insights and draw conclusions to support client objectives

• Developing test methods to help characterize the energy use of various appliances

• Reviewing international test methods and procedures currently used by industry

• Providing detailed fact finding, research, and analysis on 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

• Preparing reports, presentations and other documents for clients

We encourage career development and hiring for the long term. As a Consultant II, you will follow a clearly defined career path and continue to deepen your specialized industry knowledge and consulting skills.

What You Will Need :

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a similar discipline

• One to three (1-3) years of directly related working experience

• Ability to engage in hands-on laboratory testing of home appliances and similar types of equipment

• Ability to use tools typical of a mechanical laboratory or workshop environment

• Ability to regularly use close visual acuity and operate computer equipment to prepare, analyze and transmit data accordingly

• Currently reside or ability to relocate near Burlington, MA

• This is an "In-Office" position and the successful candidate will be in the office five (5) days a week.

• 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

• No sponsorship available for this position; Due to nature of client engagements, US Citizenship restrictions may apply

• Ability to travel as needed

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Master'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

• Experience with laboratory data acquisition hardware and software

• 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 skill

• Work as a member of a team as well as be a self-motivator with ability to work independently

• Preference will be given to candidates who reside within a reasonable number of miles of a Guidehouse Office

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• 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

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.