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Posting Date:  January 31, 2012

Position:    Member of Technical Staff - Environmental Science and Modeling

Company: ExxonMobil Research and Engineering

Location: Annandale, NJ

 

ExxonMobil Research and Engineering has an immediate opening for a Member of Technical Staff in its Corporate Strategic Research laboratory located in Annandale, NJ.

Candidates are sought to fill a key position in the area of Environmental Science and Modeling. A strong background in environmental science, systems modeling, and computational science/engineering is essential. In addition, a background in life cycle assessment (LCA) tools/methodologies is preferred. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • The successful candidate will help develop and advance our internal capabilities in the areas of environmental impact modeling. 
  • They will develop metrics to characterize the environmental performance of products and processes via collaboration with the external community. 
  • They will also support internal and external research efforts to develop improved LCA methods that integrate advanced models/concepts such as multi-objective optimization, optimization under uncertainty, decision analysis, and cost-benefit analysis. 
  • Additionally, they will contribute to the design and execution of life cycle inventories and impact assessments for a range of products and processes across ExxonMobil's upstream, downstream and chemical businesses.
  • Knowledge: 

    The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong scientific leadership both within the corporation and with the external scientific community. Strong communication skills are essential, as collaboration with other science areas is critical for success. 


    Education/Experience:

    A PhD in engineering (chemical, environmental, mechanical), environmental science, physical chemistry, physics, or similar field is required. Candidates with all levels of experience will be considered.

    About the Company:

    ExxonMobil's Corporate Strategic Research (CSR) laboratory is a dynamic and exciting place to work. CSR is located in scenic western New Jersey, about an hour west of New York City and 45 minutes northwest of Princeton. Within CSR, active research programs exist in all areas of the company's business and which cut across the traditional fields of chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, physics, geoscience, and mechanical engineering. Interdisciplinary research is the norm, and close ties are maintained with the academic and national laboratory communities through collaborations and publication or presentation of results.

    ExxonMobil offers an excellent working environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package. 

    How to Apply:  

    Please submit your cover letter and resume to our website at www.exxonmobil.com/ex,select "Search openings", and enter "LCA" into the keyword section.

    ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer

     

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    Posting Date: January 16, 2012

    Position:    Solar Project Manager

    Company: Ignite Solar, LLC (www.ignitesolar.com)

    Location:   Houston, TX

     

    Ignite Solar LLC, a growing solar project developer founded in 2008 and based in Houston, TX, is seeking a full-time Solar Project Manager.  Ignite Solar develops, finances, and oversees construction of utility scale and large scale commercial solar renewable energy facilities within the U.S.  

    The Solar Project Manager will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated projects for Ignite Solar to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters.  Manager will utilize appropriate resources to manage projects to contractual requirements.  Manager will be responsible for completing projects under or on-budget and on?schedule, and for assembling submittal packages and proposals for projects using the latest electronic software packages, such as Autocad, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Excel, etc.  Manager will work with other members of the Ignite Solar operations team and with installers to interpret design concepts, determine nature and type of required detailed working drawings, and coordinate work with others.

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Overall responsibility for all stages of photovoltaic construction projects
    • Develop,  track/update, and review project schedules, cost estimation, bill of materials, budgets, scopes of work, standards and quotes from suppliers
    • Supervise project implementation to assure cost, time, quality and execution guidelines according to schedule
    • Represent project towards external parties such as investors, public authorities, grid operator and others
    • Responsibility for project controlling Job Specifications

    Knowledge:

    • Understanding of project management and project controls in an engineering and construction environment.
    • Effective business writing, proposal writing, and formal reporting skills.
    • Good understanding of engineering and construction documents and processes.
    • Demonstrated understanding of engineering and construction methodology and the associated financial aspects.
    • Demonstrated understanding of cost estimating and budget projections.

    Skills/Abilities:

    • Professional attitude and presentation while representing the company.
    • Appropriate leadership experience and business confidence to address subcontractors and potentially new additions to the company.
    • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leadership and clients/customers.
    • Excellent planning and organizational skills.
    • Ability to handle all required paperwork and documentation in a timely manner.
    • Experience in dealing with a large and diverse number of problems, often simultaneously.
    • Effective multi-tasker and detail oriented.
    • Ability to review schematic drawings and understand architectural drawings.
    • Experience with utilities and electrical interconnection process.
    • Proven ability to work as part of a project management team.
    • Experience in permitting processes with local authorities.
    • Ability to review land lease and purchase contracts and conduct detailed land searches.

    Education/Experience:

    • Minimum Bachelors degree, technical degree program preferred
    • Minimum 2 years work experience, those with more experience will certainly be considered.
    • Experience in project management and the renewable or energy industry preferred.
    • Candidates local to Houston, Texas are preferred.

    How to Apply:

    In your application, please include list of solar/renewable energy, or other relevant projects that you have managed and commissioned.  To apply, please send an e-mail to ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it "> This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with your cover letter and resume attached, and “Solar Project Manager” In the subject line. 

    Position available in Houston, Texas, relocation is not available. 

    Position available for immediate hire for the right candidate.

     

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    Posting Date:  November 18, 2011

    Position:    Undergraduate Summer Research Positions, Graduate School and Postdoc Opportunities

    Company: NASA, NSF and many others

    Location:   Varies

    Below are specific portals for information from the NSF and NASA for students who may be considering undergrad summer research and/or applying to graduate school. 

    For Undergraduates:

    Paid Summer 2012 Undergrad Research Placements:

    More than 650 programs - REU and other summer research opportunities for undergrads at more than 350 institutions nationwide.

    For Financial Support in Graduate School Opportunities:

    Bridge to the Doctorate, IGERT, NSF Grad Research Fellowship and other programs provide generous stipend and tuition support for students through the National Science Foundation.

    For Postdoc Opportunities

    For NASA-supported Internships, Fellowships and Scholarships 

    Contact:

    Susie Valaitis

    Senior Associate Director

    Institute for Broadening Participation

    http://www.pathwaystoscience.org

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    Posting Date:  October 26, 2011

    Position:    Microseismic Processor/Monitor

    Company:  A Houston based oil and gas service company

    Location:   Austin, TX

    Application Deadline: Rolling until position is filled


    Responsibilities:

  • Will train in Microseismic Monitoring 
  •  Provide real time guidance to client in the field to understand microseismic results.  
  • Utilize current visualization software to deliver the real time product.  
  • Run all the processing software to produce a microseismic product.  
  • Collect relevant information and set up jobs as well as evaluate various business, government, and technical matters for use in external advocacy efforts.
  • Qualifications:

  • A minimum of a BS degree in Geology, Geophysics, Physics or Math with processing knowledge or equivalent with minimum 2 years relevant work experience.  Candidates with a Masters or PhD with no prior experience will be considered.
  • Understands introductory geophysics-particularly seismology.  
  • Demonstrates discernment regarding the quality of the processed result. 
  • Knowledge of hydraulic fracturing very desirable. 
  • Basic project management skills. Ability to advise clients on microseismic. 
  • Excellent problem solving skills with a drive for results.
  • Must be action oriented, ethical in value, and have a strong client focus. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  
  • Must be able to work both independently and as part of multi-disciplined team working with an extensive client base. 
  • Must be highly motivated with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.  
  • Uses microseismic software both in real time and for post processing including velocity inversion. 
  • Demonstrates discernment regarding the quality of the processed result. 
  • Knowledge of hydraulic fracturing very desirable. 
  • Basic project management skills. Ability to advise clients on microseismic. 
  • Salary:

  • Commensurate with education and experience. Compensation includes excellent retirement and health benefits.
  • To Apply: Please email a cover letter and a resume to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

                            Or call 512-261-1500

     

     

    Posted:

              
    Position:

    September 6, 2011


    Environmental Program Coordinator at City of Austin

    Job Requisition Number

    068827

    Position Number

    109602

    Job Type:

    Full-Time

    Division Name:

    Environmental & Regulatory Svc

    Minimum Qualifications

    Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field  related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, plus six (6) years of experience in a related field.

     


    Master's degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
    Related experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years

    Licenses or Certifications: None

     

     

     

    Notes to Applicants

    Resume and cover letter must be included with application for consideration. 

    When completing the City of Austin employment application, please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications, including each job title and employment dates for all jobs. 

    A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications, and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. A résumé must be submitted, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. 

    This job is in the Office of the Assistant Director for Environmental Affairs and Conservation. 

    The job will be during normal business hours, but it will occasionally be necessary to stay beyond normal business hours to complete projects, deal with individual situations or attend community events. There might also be rare occasions where working on weekends will be necessary to attend community events.

     

    Pay Range

    $25.63 - $33.31 pe hour

    Hours

    Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

    Job Close Date
    Departments may close a posting at their discretion

    09-12-2011

    Type of Posting

    External

    Department

    Austin Water Utility

    Regular/Temporary

    Regular

    Category

    Professional

    Required Applicant Documents

    Documents that MUST be attached by the applicant in order to be considered.

    Resume
    Cover Letter

    Location

    625 E. 10th Street, Austin, Texas 78701 -Waller Creek Center

    Preferred Qualifications

    Experience researching energy conservation technology and other green technology 
    Experience working with local governing bodies and/or advisory boards and commissions, or other government bodies 
    Experience developing/making presentations to internal and external groups and meetings

    Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

    Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
    1.  Serve as coordinator or liaison for interdepartmental and interagency issues and projects
    2.  Communicate project and program information to internal and external customers
    3.  Assist in management or resolution of interdepartmental and interagency conflicts
    4.  Negotiate permit and/or plan revisions with project engineers and contractors
    5.  Develop/establish service agreements with other programs, departments and agencies
    6.  Provide technical advice and assistance to City management, staff, contractors, and businesses
    7.  Evaluate projects, programs and criteria
    8.  Assist in the development and adoption of new City Code regulations, policies and procedures
    9.  Assist in development of new/revised interdepartmental or interagency protocol or procedures
    10.  Review, evaluate and recommend revisions to City Code, rules, policies and legislative bills
    11.  Review, evaluate and recommend revisions to technical reports, studies and contract documents
    12.  Educate and conduct presentations to public
    13.  Assist in the development of short and long range plans
    14.  Prepare written reports, memoranda, letters, RFP/RFQ/IFBs and Standard Operation Procedures
    15.  Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets
    16.  Attend City Council, Board, Commission Meetings, etc. as a City/Department staff representative
    17.  Prepare media responses and possibly respond to media with management approval
    Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

    May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

    Does this job require a criminal background investigation?

    This position does not require a criminal background investigation

    EEO/ADA

    City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445.

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    Posting Date:       August 11, 2011

    Position:              CEO

    Company:           More Aqua, Inc.

    Location:            Austin, TX

    Application Deadline: Rolling until position is filled



    CLEANTECH WATER ENTREPRENEURIAL CEO 

    A clean-water startup is seeking a full-time leader for early growth phases and beyond.  MIT-based researchers have developed technology capable of saving trillions of gallons of fresh water worldwide, the equivalent of finding huge new sources of water for households, industry and agriculture.  Technology is now ready for full-scale field testing.

    The founding team is seeking a leader who has advanced technical degrees, experience in running large projects, and entrepreneurial leadership experience, including team-building and fund-raising.  Strong energy/water/cleantech credentials desired.  Project financing experience would be a plus.

    This venture will be based in Texas.  It is transitioning from the R+D phase to commercialization.  It represents an outstanding opportunity for rapid equity appreciation, while proving an early-deployable solution to Texas as well as the world's gravest problems.

    Contact More Aqua, Inc. at: 

    Moshe Alamaro

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    617-244-7995
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    Posting Date:       August 11, 2011

    Position:     Business Development Director/Power Generation Analyst

    Company:  America's Natural Gas Alliance (ANGA)

    Location:   TBD - Headquarters in  Washington, DC

    Application Deadline: Rolling until position is filled


    America's Natural Gas Alliance (ANGA) exists to promote the economic, environmental and national security benefits of greater use of clean, abundant, domestic natural gas. We represent 30 of North America's largest independent natural gas exploration and production companies and the leading developers of shale now transforming the clean energy landscape.
    As we make decisions about our clean energy future, ANGA seeks to inform and engage all stakeholders about the opportunities presented by greater use of this clean energy resource-improving air quality, adding jobs to our economy and enhancing our energy security. Through ANGA, the natural gas community is standing together to promote the benefits of natural gas to a wide range of audiences, including electric power utilities, nongovernmental organizations, federal and state policymakers and regulators, as well as the consumers and communities who will be the ultimate beneficiaries of this new age of natural gas abundance.

    We are currently searching for an organized, flexible, and autonomous Business Development Director/Power Generation Analyst. The ideal candidate will be experienced in energy market research and electricity and will be able to work independently. This person must be exceedingly well organized. The Business Development Director/Power Generation Analyst needs to have the ability to interact with staff (at all levels) in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

    Responsibilities:

    • · Conduct evaluations of various business, government, and technical matters for use in external advocacy efforts
    • · Monitor and provide a corporate understanding, analysis and perspective on regulatory and policy matters that are expected to materially affect ANGA's business, and provide an impact assessment
    • · Develop reports and presentations for senior management detailing the results of analysis conducted
    • · Coordinate efforts of internal and external parties who are supporting technical and analytical work on natural gas economy projects
    • · Participate in detailed modeling that addresses the strategic business opportunities surrounding new markets for natural gas use in power generation for North American markets
    • · Prepare content for executive-level documents, summaries and presentations that advance the internal momentum of natural gas economy initiatives
    • · Provide input for long range corporate planning and forecasting
    • · Conduct detailed research and prepare summaries of energy policy, business and technology matters

    Qualifications

    • · This position requires an organized, self-motivated, and performance-oriented professional who can respond quickly to changing priorities and circumstances. Additionally, successful applicants will likely posses the following:
    • · Bachelor's degree, preferably technical/engineering; advanced degree preferred
    • · 5-10 years experience in distributed generation, power generation, cogeneration and electric/gas marketing
    • · Strong understanding of environmental rules impacting end-use sectors, especially the power sector
    • · Understanding of electricity and gas markets and basic dynamics between coal and gas; experience of electric transmission, pipeline distribution, and retail marketing of electric and gas rates and regulatory experience for gas and electric; market research of energy markets (EIA, DOE, emissions data, energy velocity, and etc.); experience in energy modeling (Ventyx, including ProMod, MarketPower, GE Maps, and etc.) for emissions and market modeling comparing various generation options (coal, nuclear, renewables, and gas)
    • · Expertise in power markets, generation, reliability, and transmission, as well as best-in-industry depth in emerging technologies, renewables, and efficiency
    • · Self-motivation and ability to travel
    • · Experience with various audiences ranging from senior executives to large conferences
    • · Direct research experience related to energy and environment
    Salary:   Salary commensurate with education and experience. Compensation includes excellent retirement and health benefits.

    To Apply: Please email a cover letter and a resume to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . No phone calls, please.
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    Posted:       June 17, 2011
    Position:     Senior Fellow, Energy
    Company:  Pew Center on Global Climate Change
    Location:   Arlington, VA

    Application Deadline: Rolling until position is filled

    Starting Date: Autumn 2011

    Details:  The Pew Center on Global Climate Change seeks a highly qualified and committed person to serve as a Senior Fellow, Energy.  Among other responsibilities, the Senior Fellow will serve as our in-house expert, advisor, and analyst on the electric power sector—its technology, regulation, market dynamics, and business challenges. The Senior Fellow will be a resource for policy design and evaluation at the state and federal levels and for low-carbon technology assessment.

    Primary responsibilities will include:

    • Conducting research, analysis, and outreach on a range of issues related to climate change, policy, energy, and technology;
    • Serving as expert, advisor, and analyst on the electric power sector—its technology, regulation, market dynamics, and business challenges;
    • Assisting policymakers and senior Pew staff by providing timely and reliable information on relevant policy issues;
    • Producing white papers on policy issues;
    • Distilling the most relevant insights and identifying key questions for senior decision-makers and communicating them clearly and concisely;
    • Designing and performing economic and technical analyses in response to important policy questions, including data and spreadsheet analysis as well as technology assessment;
    • Managing analytical projects – both in-house and with outside consultants and collaborators, including taking into account expert and stakeholder input;
    • Completing complex analyses quickly and accurately;
    • Consistently delivering high-quality work products on time and prioritizing among multiple assignments.

    The Senior Fellow will report to the Vice President of Innovative Solutions.

    Qualifications:

    • At least three years of experience working on energy and/or climate change policy;
    • Master’s degree in environmental policy, economics or related field;
    • Exceptional analytical and quantitative ability;
    • Top-notch writing, editing, and research skills;
    • Interdisciplinary understanding of climate change and energy issues  (science, technology, economics, policy);
    • Attention to detail; and
    • Willingness to learn and pitch in at all levels.

    Status: Full-time, regular, exempt

    Salary: Competitive salary, depending on background and experience. Excellent benefits.

    About the Pew Center on Global Climate Change:

    The Pew Center is a non-profit, non-partisan, and independent organization dedicated to providing credible information, straight answers, and innovative solutions in the effort to address global climate change. The Center was formed in 1998 with a large grant from the Pew Charitable Trusts. The Pew Center strives to inform the debate by publishing reports in the areas of domestic and international policy, economics, environmental impacts, and practical solutions relating to climate change. To facilitate dialogue among business, government, and non-governmental organizations, the Center hosts conferences and workshops on selected topics that have included: the timing of climate change policy, technology policy, and improving the state of the art of the economic modeling of climate change. Finally, Pew Center staff participates in meetings on international climate change issues, including the ongoing negotiations on the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. For more information about the Pew Center visit www.pewclimate.org.

    About the Center’s Business Environmental Leadership Council (BELC):

    The Center’s Business Environmental Leadership Council (BELC) is the largest U.S. based association of companies devoted to advancing solutions on climate change. The BELC comprises 46 major companies in diverse sectors, with combined revenues exceeding $2.5 trillion and more than 4.5 million employees. Members lead by reducing emissions, developing climate-friendly technologies and services, and publicly supporting sound public policy.

    To apply - send resume and cover letter to:

    Human Resources Office

    Attn:  Senior Fellow, Electricity

    The Pew Center on Global Climate Change
    2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 550
    Arlington, VA 22201

    or electronically in a Word Document or pdf to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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    Posted: June 9, 2011

    Position: Clean Tech Project Manager

    Company: Incenergy

    Location: Austin, TX

    Details: Reply to:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

    Exciting Austin-based CleanTech software company is looking for a motivated Project Manager to help deploy our Energy Management products. This is a full-time position.

    The ideal candidate has experience managing multiple service delivery projects and timelines, as well as organizing and managing external companies and resources assisting with project delivery. This position requires extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. We are looking for a candidate who can discuss examples of team collaboration in his/her prior career experience. Candidate should be flexible with ever changing responsibilities and comfortable working for an early stage company. 

    This position will be responsible for the following tasks: 
    • Manage the health of equipment deployed to our customers
    • Manage the delivery of multiple project and timelines
    • Manage external company resources related to project delivery
    • Manage detailed spreadsheets and ongoing individual end user conversations
    • Document customer requests
    • Assist with Quality Assurance testing efforts

    Candidate should possess the following skills:
    • Ability to take ownership and management of a task or process when given a basic framework and operating parameters
    • Ability to drive a process and shape change with immediate team members
    • Managing time while continually assessing current priorities 
    • Ability to context switch among a number of different activities thorough the day from analytics to service delivery
    • Managing personal organization across digital and physical assets
    • Ability to scope and modulate conversations ranging from end customers to program executives
    • Ability to maintain organization at all times
    • Competency in managing long term programs with constant day do day upkeep
    • Willingness to expand outside of "comfort zone" and attack new problems as they arise 
    • Ability to admit limitations but willing to take the initiative to learn new skills
    • Ability to identify problems AND create solutions to the problem

    Candidate should possess the following personality attributes:
    • Must be self-motivated
    • Must be able to multi-task, own and solve problems
    • Must possess a positive attitude 
    • Must possess a professionalism with client interactions

    Compensation & Benefits:

    • Base salary and variable compensation of equity units
    • Healthcare benefits provided
    • Location: Downtown Austin, Texas
    • Compensation: Base salary and variable compensation of equity units commensurate with experience
    • Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
    • Please, no phone calls about this job!
    • Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

     

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    Posted: June 9, 2011

    Position: General Management; Operations; Electrical Engineer – Full Time

    Company: Texas Reliability Entity, Inc.

    Location: Austin, TX

    Job Code: DIROPS

    Contact Name: Paige Allen

    Details:

    Summary of Responsibilities:

    Advises and provides recommendations to the Texas Reliability Entity (Texas RE) CEO related to technical issues and other current events. Maintains expert knowledge of and assists the Texas RE CEO by actively participating in NERC Standards and Compliance activities and ERCOT Protocol and Operating Guides activities.  Works with Registered Entities and Market Participants to investigate and resolve issues pertaining to the reliability of the ERCOT Bulk Power System (BPS).  Also works with Texas RE Staff responsible for administering the NERC and ERCOT Region Compliance Programs.  Interfaces with the Texas RE Board, PUCT, NERC, and FERC as needed regarding all areas of compliance and standards development.  Provides leadership and direction to staff and acts as a catalyst for continuous improvement.

    Essential Job Duties:

    • Works very closely with the Texas RE CEO on day-to-day activities.
    • Advises and makes recommendations to the Texas RE CEO on current and emerging issues related to power system reliability and operations.
    • Directs and coordinates the execution of projects and activities in support of the Texas RE Compliance and Enforcement Management Teams.
    • Oversees the preparation of technical reports and plans related to the organization’s projects and programs, and Regional responses to NERC Compliance and Standards requests.
    • Reviews and discusses compliance-related issues with applicable ERCOT Region committees, subcommittees, and working groups, and Texas RE committees and Board of Directors as needed.
    • Develops and maintains solid knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards and ERCOT Protocols and Operating Guides as necessary to effectively support and communicate with Registered Entities and Market Participants.
    • Oversees the reviews of new and revised NERC Standards and/or ERCOT Protocols and Operating Guides to ensure new requirements are measurable and can be monitored, and that penalties are fair and can be administered.
    • Makes recommendations on Compliance and Enforcement dispositions for Texas RE CEO approval.
    • Provides assistance and support to Texas RE Staff to help resolve issues pertaining to the performance and reliability of the ERCOT Bulk Power System.
    • Participate on NERC Compliance and Enforcement-related groups as needed.
    • Maintains strong, collegial relations with Texas RE, NERC, PUCT, and FERC Staff.
    • Works with Registered Entities and Market Participants to resolve non-compliance issues.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
    • Job Competencies
    • Organization Skills
    • Presentation Skills
    • Interpersonal & Written Communication Skills
    • Problem Solving & Analytical Skills
    • Ability to Execute on Decisions Timely & Meet Deadlines

    Education:

    Bachelor’s degree is required; An Engineering field of study is strongly preferred.

    Work Experience:

    Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience and knowledge in power systems engineering and operations.

    Proven leadership skills and ability to mentor less experienced engineering staff.

    Experience with analyzing transmission system one-line diagrams and operation of power system equipment.

    Strong team building and team facilitation skills, as well as a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

    Project Management Experience; Ability to identify needs, clarify requirements, set goals, coordinate resources, and implement programs as scheduled.

    Experience interfacing with Registered Entities, Stakeholders and Market Participants and a proven understanding of their roles within the ERCOT Region.

    Knowledge of business issues relevant to the NERC Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program and ERCOT Protocols and Operating Guides.

    Must have strong PC skills and be proficient with MS Office programs including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.

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     Posted: June 9, 2011

    Position: Paid Internship

    Company: Environmental Defense Fund

    Location: Austin, TX

    Details:

     Environmental Defense Fund’s Austin office is looking for a talented, energetic candidate for a 10- or 12-week paid internship to be completed before September 30, 2011.  The internship would expand on previous EDF efforts to characterize emissions of volatile organic compounds from natural gas operations (see for example,http://www.edf.org/documents/9235_Barnett_Shale_Report.pdf and  http://www.edf.org/pressrelease.cfm?ContentID=10489).  The successful candidate should be an advanced undergraduate or graduate student with a strong technical background, with a working knowledge of geology and geochemistry a plus.  Interested applicants can contact Ramón Alvarez at EDF for more information, or send a resume and an email indicating availability to Ramón at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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    Posted: June 9, 2011

    Position: NAAEE Executive Director

    Company: The North American Association for Environmental Education

    Location: Washington, DC

    Details:

    Summary: The North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) is seeking an Executive Director with strengths in leadership, development, communication, and collaboration with a minimum of 10 years of related job experiences.

    The North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) is seeking an Executive Director with strengths in leadership, development, communication, and collaboration with a minimum of 10 years of related job experiences. NAAEE is the premier professional association for environmental educators in North America. We are seeking a motivated professional interested in strengthening the organization by increasing membership, promoting member participation, and capitalizing on emerging opportunities for the field of environmental education. Providing leadership in moving forward with the organization’s five-year Strategic Plan is also of key importance. The Plan was crafted using input from the Board, staff, members, non-members, and other stakeholders through online surveys, focus groups and interviews. An overview of the Strategic Plan can be found at http://www.naaee.net/us/governance/stratplan.

    The Executive Director will work in NAAEE’s office in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. The salary for this full-time position will be commensurate with experience, in the range of $80-100K, depending on qualifications. The Executive Director is hired by the Board and reports to the President of the Board.

    To apply, please provide a two-page resume, names and contact information for three references, and a cover letter, not to exceed two pages, explaining your interest in the position and summarizing how your experience can ensure professional leadership and efficient management for NAAEE. Be sure to specifically address how you meet the qualifications and qualities outlined in the  ED job description . Applications will be accepted from June 3 to June 30, 2011. Electronic submission is required. Only Word attachments are acceptable. Please put “Exec Dir Application” and your name in the subject line, and send your information to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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    Posted:  April 29, 2011
    Position:  Executive Director
    Company:  Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance (SEEA)
    Details:

    The mission of the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance (SEEA) is to be a unified voice for energy efficiency through research, education, policy, communication, and the deployment of programs that promote energy efficiency for a cleaner environment, a more prosperous economy, and a higher quality of life in the Southeastern region of the United States. The not?for?profit organization is based in Atlanta and serves Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. SEEA currently has an operations budget of over $3M and a staff of 14 employees.

    SEEA is seeking an Executive Director to be located in its Atlanta, GA office. The Executive Director will serve to implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization; with the Board Chair and Alliance to Save Energy, enable the Board to fulfill its governance function; and to give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization's philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives. The responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

    • Ensure that the organization and its mission, programs, policies, products and services are consistently presented in a strong and positive image to relevant stakeholders;
    •  Oversee the design, marketing, promotion and delivery of quality programs, initiatives, products and services; ? Develop and submit an annual budget for Board approval and prudently manage the organization's resources within those budget guidelines according to all applicable laws and regulations;
    •  Lead the planning and implementation process to include identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administrating fundraising records and documentation;
    •  Effectively manage the staff of the organization according to authorized personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations;
    •  Raise funds to support the organization; and ? Support the operations and administration of the Board by advising and informing Board members, Board Committees, and interfacing between Board and staff.

    1. Business and Operational Leadership

    •  Develop and oversee the implementation of a full range of operational policies and processes to ensure that SEEA conducts all aspects of its business in accordance with industry best practices;
    • Participate in the negotiations and lead in the due diligence and execution of RFPs, contracts, and other formal and informal agreements, ensuring compliance with policies and best practices;
    • Ensure that SEEA reporting for financials, proposals or other purposes is completed in a timely and accurate manner and is in full compliance with all requirements.

    2. Management of Personnel and Shared Services

    • Supervise the direct staff reports;
    • Ensure that all human resource documentation and policies are in place and effectively administered;
    • Conduct regular personnel reviews involving quality of work performed, progress towards meeting stated objectives, and future growth / goals.

    3. Strategic and Development Support

    • Participate in strategic planning;
    • Regularly benchmark against and report progress towards strategic objectives for the organization;
    • As part of the planning process, provide a lead role in supporting the project teams in developing annual operational goals that ensure consistency with SEEA’s mission, current and emerging state energy use patterns, and research and information needs across the Southeast;
    • Support the design, implementation and management of proposal development and related fundraising activities. Lead in all donor documentation, reporting, and tracking; and,
    • Develop strategies and research to identify, prioritize, cultivate, solicit, recognize and steward new donors and prospects.

    KEY ATTRIBUTES

    To be successful in the position, a considerable degree of independent initiative will be required along with the ability to quickly acquire new information, to work effectively with team members from SEEA and other organizations, and to express complex ideas in a clear and compelling manner. SEEA is seeking a candidate with the following attributes:

    • Personal maturity and demonstrated leadership qualities;
    • Exceptional interpersonal skills;
    •  Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal;
    •  Demonstrated management experience in finance and operations;
    •  Demonstrated ability to lead and to work collegially as a member of a team;
    •  Experience and interest in energy efficiency and general knowledge of the industry;
    •  Ability to work well with a diverse group of stakeholders, strong personalities, and in a fast paced environment;
    •  A balance between self confidence, humility, professionalism and humor. 

    Location: Position will be located in Atlanta, GA. Up to 50% of time may be required for travel in the Southeastern region

    and beyond.

    Reporting: The position reports to, and is under the supervision of, the Board of Directors and the President of the Alliance to Save Energy.

    Education: College degree required, graduate degree is preferred. Candidate must demonstrate educational focus in a management discipline.

    Professional Experience: At least 10 years of relevant professional experience is required for this position. SEEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Salary and Benefits: Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications of successful applicant. SEEA offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.

    : All qualified candidates may apply by sending a cover letter and resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with the subject line SEEA Executive Director or write to the Alliance to Save Energy, 1850 M Street, N.W., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036. No phone calls please.

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    Posted: April 27, 2011
    Position:
    Director of Clean Energy Technology Incubator - El Paso
    Company: The University of Texas El Paso

    Details:
    New job posting by The University of Texas at El Paso for Director of
    Clean Energy Technology Incubator in El Paso - please forward.
    The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a Director of a new clean energy
    technology Incubator with a strong background in entrepreneurship, clean
    energy technology, finance and management.  The successful candidate will
    have a master's or PhD in a related field.
    This person should have served as senior management in a technology
    start-up and have a well-rounded understanding of business management,
    facilitative leadership ability, and good interpersonal skills.  The
    person will be responsible for directing The Clean Energy Hub of Human
    Innovation, a new incubator starting up in El Paso.
    Experience is required sourcing technologies with the potential for
    commercialization. This person will take the lead in developing formal
    tech transfer and commercialization processes for new or existing
    businesses that will be commercializing externally sourced clean energy
    technologies.
    This person will identify entrepreneurs to build the clean tech
    businesses, assist in establishing a regional clean energy cluster,
    provide hands-on mentoring services to client companies, direct efforts
    to connect entrepreneurs with investors, and organize ongoing outreach
    and education forums.
    Interested candidates apply at the following link:

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    Posted: March 29, 2011
    Position: Summer Internship
    Company:  AMD
    Details:

    AMD has one opening available for a summer internship. The ideal
    candidate would be a graduate student working in relevant areas,
    although outstanding undergraduates would also be considered.

    The intern would work on projects related to experimental and theoretical
    aspects of advanced semiconductor thermal management and will have an
    excellent opportunity to utilize the state-of-the-art infrastructure
    available in our laboratories.
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    Posted: March 11, 2011
    Position: Program Associate (2 positions)
    Company:  The Energy Foundation
    Details:

    The Energy Foundation (EF) is a foundation whose mission is to assist in the global transition to a sustainable energy future by promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy. The Foundation offers a dynamic, positive work environment with approximately 45 staff in the San Francisco office and 25 staff in the Beijing office. We currently have two Program Associate (PA) position openings. The Program Associate (PA) will be an integral member either the Buildings sector or the Solar, Transmission & Western Region sector. The Buildings team directs grantmaking towards supporting policies to increase the efficiency of U.S. homes and businesses and to reduce carbon emissions and utility bills. The Solar, Transmission & Western Region team directs grantmaking towards supporting solar and transmission policies and research in the Western U.S. Both positions are based at the Foundation’s headquarters in San Francisco.

     

    Purpose of position

     

    The PA’s primary responsibility is to support the work of Program Officers and Program Directors by performing a variety of administrative tasks. The PA will assist with the granting process by drafting proposals, reports, and grant recommendations, preparing materials for board meetings, and following up with grantees on a variety of needs and issues. Using strong research and analytical skills, he or she is expected to stay well versed on climate and energy related topics.

    Responsibilities

    Manage Grants

    • Process incoming proposals, reports, receipts, and invoices

    • Review grant proposals and reports, draft grant recommendations, and assist with due

    diligence as needed

    • Assist Program Director/Program Officer with budget management

    Interact with Grantees

    • Coordinate and compile necessary proposal documents and subsequent report documents

    with grantees

    • Generate correspondence to grantees and grant-seekers

    • Schedule conference calls and meetings

    • Draft responses to some inquiries

    Support External Communication

    • Draft or edit reports and proposals to funders;

    • Draft or edit materials for board dockets and presentations at board meetings;

    • Produce PowerPoint presentations for funders, board and other external meetings

    Manage Projects

    • Coordinate with co-workers to meet project deadlines

    • Manage logistics for meetings and events

    • Research climate- and energy-related subjects within the assigned sector

    • Provide general administrative support including scheduling, travel logistics, and reviewing

    mail

    Build the Energy Foundation Team

    • Generate and implement ideas for program and office improvement

    • Maintain a good sense of humor and positive attitude

    Qualifications

    •Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, plus two years work experience in the fields of energy, climate, environmental studies, or public policy or equivalent combination of education and experience

    •Ability to read and analyze professional journals and technical procedures; ability to write reports and business correspondence; ability to effectively respond to questions from grantees and groups of managers

    •Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, ideally in a Mac environment; especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience using database software preferred

    •Well organized and experienced in office functions including filing, calendaring, use of general office equipment.

    •Demonstrated research and writing skills •Ability to prioritize and juggle diverse tasks •Excellent attention to detail •Ability to travel 2-3 times a year for 2-3 business days at a time •Proven ability to work well under pressure, take initiative, and be a creative problem-solver •Demonstrated interest in the mission of the Foundation

    Compensation

    $45,000 - $50,000 - Energy Foundation is dedicated to providing a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, disability and retirement benefits, generous vacation and the opportunity to work for global energy change.

    to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please type “Program Associate” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

    A partnership of philanthropic investors promoting clean energy technology.

    301 Battery Street Floor 5, San Francisco CA 94111 Tel: (415) 561-6700 Fax: (415) 561-6709 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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    Posted: March 10, 2011
    Position: Program Coordinator, IC2 Institute
    Company:  The University of Texas at Austin
    Details:

    Purpose of position
    To coordinate the programming events of the Austin Technology Incubator, to market and promote the success of those events, and to coordinate specific communications projects.

    Essential functions
    Develop program plans, objectives, and content and oversee and execute events including the Clean Energy Venture Summit, the Texas Wireless Summit, the Wireless Seed Stage Forum, symBIOsis, graduation-related events, and other events periodically. Includes management of third-party service vendors.Raise sponsorship funding for events and coordinate with corporate partners and other funders. Develop and implement marketing strategies for events and coordinate with marketing partners. Prepare program reports and budgets, including impact metrics. Coordinate and execute recurring communications projects, including website and newsletter updates, and assist with special projects as assigned.

    Required qualifications
    Bachelor's degree. Five years of experience coordinating or administering a program. Within past 12 months has successfully coordinated and produced at least 3 events with cumulative attendance of over 600 people and cumulative budget of over 200,000 dollars. Demonstrated involvement with Austin technology community, especially clean technology, evidenced by employment in major for-profit or not-for-profit technology organization that supports the technology sector. Demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail and under pressure of deadlines. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills. Professional demeanor. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

    Preferred qualifications
    Master's degree. Produced technology events in Austin. Successfully coordinated and produced 10 events in past 12 months, with cumulative attendance of over 1000 people and cumulative budget of over 300,000 dollars. Raised more than 50,000 dollars in sponsorships in past 12 months. Prior work of partnership experience with the Austin Technology Incubator. University of Texas graduate.

    Date available 03/21/2011
    Monthly salary $2875 - $3333 negotiable depending on qualifications.
    Location Austin, TX (off-campus)
    Hiring department IC2 Institute
    Number of vacancies 1
    General notes This position may need to travel.
    Posted: February 24, 2011, 

    Pecan Street Project will accept resumes through 6 p.m. CST on Friday, March 11, 2011

    Position: Project Manager
    Company:  Pecan Street Project, Inc.

     

    Details:

    Pecan Street Project Inc. seeks a Project Manager for the overall management and implementation of Pecan Street Project's applied research deployments programs, including specifically the following organization programs:

    · Energy Internet Demonstration in Austin?s Mueller community

    · Research on home energy usage supported by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation

    · Development of Pecan Street Project?s Home Research Lab in Austin?s Mueller community

    This position will require close collaboration with all stakeholders involved in research project deployments, including volunteer participants, research team members and companies providing systems for deployment.

    About Pecan Street Project

    Pecan Street Project Inc. is a clean energy/smart grid research and development organization headquartered at The University of Texas at Austin. Its board of directors includes representatives from The University of Texas, Austin Energy, Environmental Defense Fund, the City of Austin, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and the Austin Technology Incubator.

    Primary Responsibilities

    The Project Manager will report to Pecan Street Project?s Technology Director (who reports to the Chief of Staff and Executive Director). Under the direction of the Technology Director, the Project Manager will have the following responsibilities:

    · Develop project plans for organization programs assigned to the Project Manager, including development of project scope, objectives, work plan, timelines and deliverables.

    · Lead the execution of project plans, including continual revisions to meet changing requirements.

    · Coordinate all activities with program partners and Pecan Street Project staff to manage resource allocation and ensure all project deliverables are met.

    · Provide timely progress reports to all stakeholders. This entails meeting regularly with, and reporting to, stakeholder organizations and participants in field research programs. It will also entail public communications and presentations.

    · Ensure that project risks are mitigated through the use of appropriate risk management processes.

    · Manage and implement project changes via accepted change management processes.

    · Carry out the direction of the Technology Director for implementing technology trials.

    · Support the direction of Pecan Street Project?s Director of Utility Systems Research to plan and build the Home Research Lab in the Mueller community.

    · Manage project budgets to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of financial information and provide this information for use in financial reports.

    · Fulfill reporting requirements to grantors for programs in which the Project Manager is performing project management services.

     

    Experience and skills

    Pecan Street seeks a candidate with strong organizational, writing and people skills. No previous experience or academic background in energy, utilities, science or engineering is required. Pecan Street will train the selected candidate on the technical aspects of the organization?s research and development programs.

    A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is required. Pecan Street uses Mac OS X (Apple Macintosh operating system), iOS (operating system for iPad) for field research work and OmniPlan project management software. Candidates should either have experience with Mac OS X systems or a willingness to learn.

    Ideal professional experience and personal attributes also include:

    · Project management certification (e.g. PMP)

    · Experience working in consumer technology field trials, including customer testing of beta or earlier stage products

    · Experience working in university or private sector consumer behavior or scientific research with volunteer participants

    · Project management experience, preferably in electricity or technology sectors, with training in Earned Value Project Management

    · Experience managing federally funded grant projects

    · Proficient in the use of project management software - particularly OmniPlan or Microsoft Project

    · Experience managing staffs and project teams

    · Experience leading multi-organization project teams, including teams with public sector and/or research university members

    Compensation

    Compensation will start at an annual salary of $75,000 plus benefits. The Project Manager will also be eligible for up to $15,000 in annual performance payments for meeting specific deliverables and milestones.

    Application Process

    Pecan Street Project will accept resumes through 6 p.m. CST on Friday, March 11, 2011.

    If you are invited to interview, you will be notified the week of March 14, 2011.

     Interviews will take place the week of March 21, 2011. Candidates invited to interview will prepare a project management plan in-office using project management software on an Apple Macintosh laptop. (Candidates not yet familiar with Mac OS X may bring in a Windows laptop provided they have access to Microsoft Office.)

    Pecan Street Project anticipates making an offer by March 25, 2011 with a preferred start dateof no later than April 11, 2011.

    Contact:

    If you are interested, please send your resume to

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    Posted: February 24, 2011
    Position: Executive Director
    Company:  Global Cool Cities Alliance
    Details:

    Global Cool Cities Alliance is a new organization focused on promoting the installation of high albedo surfaces on buildings and in cities. GlobalCool Cities Alliance (GCCA) is a global initiative dedicated to advancing policies and actions that increase the solar reflectance of buildings and pavements as a low- or no-cost way to promote cool buildings, cool cities, and mitigate the effects of climate change've spent several months refining the organization's strategy and developing partnerships and we are excited to begin implementing programs shortly.

    Our next and most important step will be finding an Executive Director to develop and lead this new, high-impact organization.

     For more information and an overview of the position, please contact Molly Deringer.

    Contact:

    Molly Deringer

    Recruiter

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    Posted: February 25, 2011
    Position: Director of Energy and Market Analysis
    Company:  Brazos Software
    Details:
    Location:

    300 West Sixth Street
    Suite 2300
    Austin, TX 78701
    United States

     

    Brazos is seeking a senior leader to develop the company's energy analytics strategy and to build the operation required to support the strategy. This is a critical role within the company, requiring a strong operator who also has a deep understanding of power markets and the strategic relevance of the data associated with these markets. The Energy and Market Analytics team will be accountable for sourcing, qualifying, tracking, and translating the value of power market and energy usage data into actionable insight for our customers.

    Responsibilities:
    Develop and own the energy and market analytics strategy for the company
    Translate the value of market and consumption data into actionable plans for customers and internal stakeholders
    Identify and execute on strategic opportunities associated with the intersection of power market rules and energy usage practices
    Develop incremental monetization opportunities
    Build the operation required to source, qualify, organize, interpret, and track changes in energy market data, power market structures, and energy usage over time
    Create & manage a team; apply creative practices to streamline operations
    Develop and implement the tools and procedures required to ensure the integrity of the information; define error and gap management protocols
    Identify, develop, and maintain the strategic partnerships required to source critical information
    Act as an industry subject matter expert across the organization

    Qualifications:

     
    Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred)
    Minimum of 10 years experience in operational roles; 5 years in leadership
    Minimum of 5 years experience in the energy market, ideally a domain expert
    Deep knowledge of the US power markets and the data associated with the markets
    Demonstrated success building and leading teams; hands-on, roll up your sleeves approach
    Process-oriented individual who has experience leveraging crowding sourcing, outsourcing and other techniques to build scalable, cost effective operations
    Experience working in a team-oriented, highly collaborative environment is essential
    Experience in the software market is a plus
    Start up experience is a plus

    Other Essential Traits:

     
    Strong business acumen, critical thinking, and analytical skills
    Resourceful, action-oriented individual who possesses a sense of urgency and knows how to overcome obstacles to get things done in a timely fashion
    Self-starter who is comfortable with ambiguity and has a proven ability to operate well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment 
    Strong commitment to excellence, integrity, and transparency

    www.brazosenergy.com

    Employment Type: Full Time
    Functional Area: Operations
    Position ID: B100

     

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    Posted: February 25, 2011
    Position: Director/Senior Manager of Product Management
    Company:  Brazos Software
    Details:
    Location: 300 West Sixth Street
    Suite 2300
    Austin, TX 78701
    United States
    Description:

    Brazos Software is seeking a senior product leader to drive all product management efforts for the organization. The product leader will be responsible for managing the entire product lifecycle for our energy optimization software solutions. This is a key position within the company and requires someone with the ability to plan and execute on many levels, from strategic challenges to tactical details. 

    Responsibilities:

     
    Define the product portfolio strategy and roadmap
    Manage the product lifecycle, from initial ideation through development, launch, ongoing operations, and expansion of the product portfolio
    Understand the market opportunity, customer needs, and competitive actions to define differentiated products
    Develop detailed market & product requirements with prioritized features and corresponding justification
    Drive product development priorities and product release plans
    Lead cross functional teams, working closely with senior management, industry experts, customers, product development, and sales
    Create pricing, core positioning, and messaging for the products
    Track and analyze the market and competitive landscape; be an expert

    Qualifications:

     
    Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical field (MBA preferred)
    Minimum of 10 years experience as a Product Manager in the software industry
    Prior start-up experience; hands-on, roll up your sleeves approach
    Demonstrated success defining and launching new software products
    Ideal candidate with be a multi-role player, having demonstrated aptitude and success in several other product-related disciplines, such as: product marketing, project management, customer management/support, operations, and business analysis
    Experience working in a team-oriented, highly collaborative environment is essential
    Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills
    Prior experience delivering SaaS and/or analytics products is a plus
    Experience in the retail energy space is a plus
    Experience building/managing on-line communities is a plus

    Other Essential Traits:

     
    Strong business acumen, critical thinking, and analytical skills
    Resourceful, action-oriented individual who possesses a sense of urgency and knows how to overcome obstacles to get things done in a timely fashion
    Self-starter who is comfortable with ambiguity and has a proven ability to operate well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment 
    Strong commitment to excellence, integrity, and transparency

    www.brazosenergy.com

    Employment Type: Full Time
    Functional Area: Other
    Department: Products
    Position ID: B101
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    Posted: February 23, 2011
    Position: Program Coordinator, IC2 Institute
    Company:  The University of Texas at Austin
    Details:
    Purpose of position
     To coordinate the programming events of the Austin Technology Incubator, to market and promote the success of those events, and to coordinate specific communications projects.
    Essential functions
     Develop program plans, objectives, and content and oversee and execute events including the Clean Energy Venture Summit, the Texas Wireless Summit, the Wireless Seed Stage Forum, symBIOsis, graduation-related events, and other events periodically. Includes management of third-party service vendors.Raise sponsorship funding for events and coordinate with corporate partners and other funders. Develop and implement marketing strategies for events and coordinate with marketing partners. Prepare program reports and budgets, including impact metrics. Coordinate and execute recurring communications projects, including website and newsletter updates, and assist with special projects as assigned.
    Required qualifications
    Bachelor's degree. Five years of experience coordinating or administering a program. Within past 12 months has successfully coordinated and produced at least 3 events with cumulative attendance of over 600 people and cumulative budget of over 200,000 dollars. Demonstrated involvement with Austin technology community, especially clean technology, evidenced by employment in major for-profit or not-for-profit technology organization that supports the technology sector. Demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail and under pressure of deadlines. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills. Professional demeanor. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

    Preferred qualifications
     Master's degree. Produced technology events in Austin. Successfully coordinated and produced 10 events in past 12 months, with cumulative attendance of over 1000 people and cumulative budget of over 300,000 dollars. Raised more than 50,000 dollars in sponsorships in past 12 months. Prior work of partnership experience with the Austin Technology Incubator. University of Texas graduate.
    Date available 03/21/2011
    Monthly salary $2875 - $3333 negotiable depending on qualifications.
    Location Austin, TX (off-campus)
    Hiring department IC2 Institute
    Number of vacancies 1
    General notes This position may need to travel.

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    Posted: February 15, 2011
    Position: Research Associate
    Company:  HP Labs
    Details:  Sustainable IT Ecosystem, Simulation of resource-564857

    Description

    Today, there are over 280 metropolitan cities with populations over 1 million people. Including smaller cities and towns, it has been estimated that about half the world's population - roughly 3.3 billion people - live in urban areas today. The UN projects that this will increase to nearly 5 billion people, or about 61% of the world's population, by 2030. This continued population growth coupled with increased per capita consumption will soon require the creation of a new generation of cities in emerging economies and around the globe. Unlike the previous generation of cities built during the Industrial Age, these next generation cities will be built in the Information Age. The demographics of this next generation of inhabitants suggest a socio-cultural desire for on-demand, just-in-time access to resources at affordable costs. Coupled with the increased risks that human growth places on the carrying capacity of the biosphere, including the threat of climate change, we cannot expect to meet the future needs of society simply by extending existing city infrastructures. Simultaneously, it appears that the necessary preconditions exist for a revolutionary transformation in the formation of cities: in addition to population growth, the world has witnessed a definitive increase in per capita productivity over the past decade; the rapid rise of information and communications technologies are enabling optimization of logistics and better access to resources across the world; and a growing interconnectedness is revolutionizing the notion of personal boundaries as well as privacy.

     The conditions are ripe for the creation of a new generation of cities, and the Sustainable Ecosystems Research group (SERg) at HP Labs is at the cutting edge of this vision for the future. We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated student to further define this vision. The intern will join a team of passionate, interdisciplinary researchers for building a simulation of resource (including material, energy, capital, and species) flows within a city. This will entail reviewing existing literature related to historical resource usage, generating dynamic models of flows within and out of urban environments, correlating patterns of consumption across city infrastructures, modeling the relationship between consumer behavior and resource utilization, and ultimately producing a time-varying visual map of resource flows for a given location. As a stretch goal, the intern will extend this model to further interpret the impact of future demographic and regulatory trends.  In addition, the intern will have the opportunity to produce tangible research artifacts from their work, including prototypes; internal and external publications; and patents.

     Qualifications

     The candidate will be an upper-division undergraduate or early-career graduate student with a background in computer science, environmental engineering, economics, public policy, civil engineering & urban planning, or equivalent. A key requirement is an enthusiasm for the subject matter and excellent problem-solving skills. Familiarity with some sort of visual simulations (e.g. Flash, Flex etc) and/or engineering applications (e.g. Matlab) is desirable but not required. Prior experience in building large-scale simulations will be a plus. Knowledge of industrial ecology, including basic sustainability indicators such as human development index; life cycle assessment (LCA) frameworks; material flow analysis (MFA); etc may be helpful. Some experience in engineering analysis, including energy and mass balances; dynamic system models; network optimization methods; or evolutionary models will also be favorably considered. Above all, the intern should be comfortable working independently as well as with an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

     Job- Engineering

    Primary Location- United States-California - Palo Alto

    Schedule- Full-time

    Job Type- Internship

    Shift- Day Job

    Travel- No

     

    Posted:  February 15, 2011
    Position: Entry Level Engineer
    Company:  Samsung Austin Semiconductor
    Details:

    Samsung Austin Semiconductor is interviewing students for entry level engineer positions.  Our interviews are held on Feb. 18th and 25.  We are looking for BS or MS students specializing in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial and Electrical Engineering.  Minimum GPA 2.8.  Job will begin in June 2011.  Please encourage woman and minorities to apply (however, we can not povide sponsorship or visas).

    Students can send resumes directly to Theresai Intag, Recruiter,  Samsung Austin Semiconductor at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

    or

    Apply on-line at our website, www.samsung.com/careers (look for entry level posting).

     

    Posted:  January 19, 2011
    Position: Regional Associate
    Company:  ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability USA - Houston, TX
    Details:
    ICLEI—Local Governments for Sustainability USA is the largest and oldest association of local governments in the United States that is focused specifically on sustainability, climate protection, and climate change adaptation. The organization has experienced five years of sustained membership growth to more than 600 members today. ICLEI serves its members through a network of regional offices that customize and deliver a diversified offering of services to regional membership communities.

     Under the direction of the South Central Regional Manager, the Regional Associate will assist with ICLEI’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction activities and sustainability efforts in the South Central region. This position will work with fellow regional office staff to further ICLEI’s presence in the region and support the growing membership and their efforts to address climate change and sustainability. Initial salary placement is based on ICLEI’s $35,000 -45,000, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position that includes ICLEI’s competitive benefits package.

     The job will be based at the ICLEI USA office in Houston, Texas. The position may require minimal travel throughout the South Central region.

    Job responsibilities include:

    • Work with Regional Officer to respond to requests for information and provide timely technical assistance to local governments on a daily basis on methods of quantifying or measuring greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions levels or reductions.
    • Assist in the development of new resources (i.e., case studies, fact sheets) to help local governments learn from and replicate model policies, practices and programs.
    • Provide assistance in the use of ICLEI’s GHG quantification software tools.
    • Assist with organizing state and region-wide workshops and trainings for local governments.
    • Assist local governments in the identification and development of policies, programs and practices to reduce GHG emissions and climate action and/or sustainability plans to guide implementation.
    • Maintain ICLEI’s database of local government GHG inventories, climate action and sustainability plans and implementation measures.
    • Maintain an active knowledge of regional developments in the fields of climate change, emissions reduction, alternative fuels, clean energy, energy policy, and other relevant areas.
    • Recruit new jurisdictions to participate in ICLEI’s campaigns and initiatives.
    • Compile and interpret data, facilitate meetings and manage interns for the City of Houston’s Green Office Challenge Program.

     

     

     

    Position requirements:

    Eligible applicants will possess advanced knowledge of or experience working with local governments on the topics of climate, energy, and/or sustainability initiatives. ICLEI prefers candidates who hold an advanced degree in a planning or energy policy-related field OR who hold BA/BS degree and at least two years work experience in energy/climate, transportation, waste, planning, urban environmental issues or related fields. Applicant must possess excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, communications, and writing skills.

     Requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities:

    • Work with/for local governments and/or national environmental non-profit organizations.
    • Strong computer background, with experience in quantitative software programs, including database programs.
    • Clear understanding of how to conduct a greenhouse gas emissions inventory and implement various emissions reduction programs.
    • Demonstrated public speaking experience.
    • Experience in workshop development and leading training sessions.
    • Ability to work collaboratively as well as with a high level of independence.

     Please email a cover letter and resume that details and demonstrates your experience, qualifications and educational background and why you feel you would be the right person for this position to:

     ICLEI USA

    Attention: Patrice Parsons

    Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

     ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, people of color, veterans, and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Posted:  January 19, 2011
    Position:  Senior Software Engineer, Instrumentation Control, Solar Industry
    Company:  Atonometrics
    Details:
    Atonometrics, Inc. develops test and measurement technology for the rapidly growing solar energy industry. We provide capital equipment for solar panel reliability testing in high-volume manufacturing environments, and a range of test and measurement services designed to help solar panel manufacturers scale up production.

     We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead application software development for our industrial test systems.

    The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:

    • Software development for instrumentation and equipment control
    • C / C++ / C# application development
    • Relational database development (SQL)
    • ANSI C embedded systems development (micro-controller firmware)
    • Object-oriented design
    • Software architecture
    • Engineering management

    Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent and 5 years relevant experience.

    Candidates should be excited about working in a small company environment, have excellent communication skills, and possess personal initiative and independence.

    To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter through our job posting at www.monster.com

    Posted: November 16, 2010
    Position: Senior Automation Engineer-049610
    Company: Nike
    Details:

    As the Senior Automation Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting, designing, and creating systems that will be deployed into the footwear manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for effectively leveraging internal and external resources for development and execution of the same. You'll focus on automating specific aspects of the shoe industry leveraging your past experience. You'll work with suppliers and drive for solutions. You'll have a clear idea of how to work it computer programmers to write code that allows specific actions from a variety of automation equipment. You'll use concept sketches, engineering design/ideas, and other communication methods to assure clear understanding of technological capabilities. You'll function as an engineering knowledge base and resource across the company, clearly communicating and explaining automation and robotics capabilities/limitations in both technical and non-technical manners in order to facilitate innovation work outside primary project list. You'll provide rationale and recommendations for technical and market-driven product decisions. In addition, you'll collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to help define requirements.
    Requirements for the position include:
    • Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline (such as Mechanical, robotics, automation)
    • Minimum of 7 years' experience in Machine Design for Automated Equipment
    • Project management skills
    • High profile communication
    • Knowledge of CAD systems is preferred
    • Vision systems integration experience desirable
    • This position will be based in Beaverton, OR and will eventually require relocation to Asia
    Job Product Development & EngineeringPrimary LocationUS-OR-BeavertonOrganization Global BrandSchedule Full-timeTravel Yes, 50% of the time Recruiter Heather McCabe Drug Screen RequiredNoBand (do not edit) EBackground Check Required NoNon-Compete Required YesRelocation Available Yes


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    Posted: November 16, 2010
    Position: Senior Prod Dev Engineer
    Company: AMD
    Details:

    SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS: This position will entail experimental thermal/fluid mechanics work directed at the development of thermal solutions, mechanical design of components and systems, and/or numerical analysis of thermal/fluids or mechanical aspects. Good lab skills, experience with data acquisition using Lab View, and general heat transfer and fluid mechanics skills are required. Experience with solid modelling using SolidWorks and/or Pro/E as well as analysis using Flotherm/Icepak and Ansys is a plus. 

    PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Mechanical Engineering Graduate with MSME minimum, PhD preferred with 1-3+ years of experience in any of the above areas. 

    At AMD, we are committed to equal employment opportunity. AMD does not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us. Our supplier base is restricted to specified hiring needs. Therefore, any resume received from an unapproved supplier will be considered unsolicited, and AMD will not be obligated to pay a referral or placement fee.  

    Please forward resumes to Sridhar Sundaram at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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    Posted: 10/22/10
    Position: Construction Contract Administrator - Facilities Planning Design and Construction.
    Company: Texas State University, San Marcos, TX
    Position Description: Manage, monitor, and direct contracts with contractors, architects, engineers, consultants for construction projects.
    About Texas State University and San Marcos:  Texas State's 32,572 students choose from 97 bachelor’s, 89 master’s and nine doctoral degree programs.  Texas State students come from around the globe, and our student body is diverse. Thirty-five percent of Texas State students are ethnic minorities. Hispanic Outlook ranks Texas State 13th in the nation for the number of bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanic students.  Texas State's main campus is in San Marcos, a growing community of 50,000 people about halfway between Austin and San Antonio. Located on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, where black land prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities.
    Appointment Date and Salary: $4402 - $7249 monthly
    To Apply: Contact the HR office at TSU at their website:  
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    Posted: 10/5/10
    Position: Multiple Listings
    Company:
    Nation Renewable Energy Laboratory. NREL's Mission: NREL develops renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advances related science and engineering, and transfers knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals.
    NREL's Strategy: NREL has forged a focused strategic direction to increase its impact on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) and our nation's energy goals by accelerating the research path from scientific innovations to market-viable alternative energy solutions.
    Details:
    Analyst II –Technical and Environmental Bioenergy Analyst
    Analyst II - Renewable Energy Life Cycle Assessment
    Wind Analyst II
    Analyst II – Solar PV Manufacturing
    GIS Senior Scientist II

    Scientist I GIS – Web Application Programmer
    Solar Technology Market & Policy Analyst  (Washington DC)
    Senior Analyst I - Wind Technologies Systems  (Washington DC)
    Software Developer and Project Lead for SmartGrid Data Hub
    Analyst II - Renewable Energy Life Cycle Assessment
    Wind Analyst II
    Strategic Analyst Sr II - Strategic Planning (Washington DC)
    Senior Software Programmer-SmartGrid Data Hub
    Analyst II - Renewable Energy Technology Analyst
    Senior Geothermal Analyst
    Geothermal Analyst
    Geothermal Energy Analyst
    Geothermal Analyst

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    Posted:
    10/4/10
    Position: Associate Professor or Professor
    Company: The University of Texas at El Paso
    Position Description: The University of Texas at El Paso is seeking a tenure-track or tenured Associate or Full Professor in the area of the energy-water nexus.  Responsibilities include teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, including an opportunity to participate in the interdisciplinary PhD program in Environmental Science and Engineering.  The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda, secure extramural funding and serve on departmental and university committees.  Examples of potential research topics include: 1) reducing water use in electric power generation; 2) technologies to improve use of non-traditional waters in energy development; 3) environmental impacts of non-traditional water use; 4) water treatment technologies for specific energy applications; 5) system analysis and decision support tools for integrated water and energy resources planning.   The successful candidate could be tenured and located in one of three departments (depending on expertise and experience):  Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.  Collaboration with one or more research centers will be expected as well, including The Center for Inland Desalination (CIDs), the Center for Environmental Resource Management (CERM), the Center for Space Exploration Technology Research (cSETR), and others.  For more information about the College of Engineering and the related centers, visit our website:  http://engineering.utep.edu.
    About UTEP and El Paso: The University of Texas at El Paso is an emerging national research university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border committed to the ideals of “access and excellence”.  A leader among Hispanic-serving institutions, UTEP enrolls more than 22,000 students, and is the only doctoral research university in the nation with a student body that is a majority Mexican American (about 75%).  Last year the College of Engineering was ranked second in the U.S. in the number of professional engineers graduated who are Hispanic.  UTEP offers 80 bachelor’s, 80 master’s, and 16 doctorates – with more in development. UTEP’s more than $60 million in research spending a year ranks the University among the top 200 universities in the nation; and its nearly $30 million in federal research spending ranks fourth among all Texas public universities.  UTEP is a major economic force in the Paso del Norte region, with an operating budget of nearly $300 million.   For more information about UTEP, please visit our website: www.utep.edu.   El Paso is a culturally diverse city of more than 700,000 people.  It has a growing business and development sector in renewable energy and is home to the largest inland desalination plant in the world.  Economic development in the region depends on continued sustainable development of water and energy resources.
    Required Qualifications: An earned doctorate in an appropriate field of engineering or related area with a record of scholarship and experience to qualify for the rank of either Associate or Full Professor; demonstrated ability to effectively teach and mentor students; and a record of successful grantsmanship.
    Preferred Qualifications: Commitment  to collaborative interdisciplinary research; demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders in the energy and water sectors.
    Appointment Date and Salary: Anticipated appointment date is September 1, 2011; salary will be competitive for rank and commensurate with level of experience.
    To Apply: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2010, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Only electronic submissions will be accepted.  Applicants must submit in a single pdf file: 1) a letter of application (indicating the rank at which you want to be considered), 2) curriculum vita, and 3) name, title, and contact information for three references.  The pdf file should be sent electronically as an attachment, labeled with the initials and last name of the applicant, to:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
    For Questions or More Information: Contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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    Posted: 10/4/10
    Position: Senior Geothermal Analyst, Req. 1183BR
    Company: Nation Renewable Energy Laboratory. NREL's Mission: NREL develops renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advances related science and engineering, and transfers knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals.
    NREL's Strategy: NREL has forged a focused strategic direction to increase its impact on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) and our nation's energy goals by accelerating the research path from scientific innovations to market-viable alternative energy solutions.
    Details: This position performs technology, market and economic analysis, with an emphasis on geothermal energy technology, systems, and infrastructure. Work carried out will support R&D and decision-maker support activities within the Geothermal program through the use of analysis methodologies such as economic feasibility, market transformation, risk, portfolio balance, and cost-versus-benefit. Analyst will be expected to design novel approaches for systems and infrastructure analysis, deliver quality products that synthesize the inputs of team members, researchers, market players, and other analysts, and innovate new methods, tools, and approaches that enable greater understanding of geothermal systems.
    Education and experience: Relevant Master's Degreee and 6 years experience or equivalent relevant education/experience.
    Preferred Qualifications: Multidisciplinary research exposure to geothermal systems, especially those related to the development of cost-effective systems for utility-scale applications. Familiarity with permitting and regulations, value chain analysis, risk analysis, and dynamic modeling. Experience in the development and evaluation of applied technology aimed at entering the marketplace. Previous industry experience in renewable energy and geothermal technologies, with experience in related analysis. Established base of contacts with individuals and institutions relevant to energy analysis. Experience working with the federal government. Some experience with computer modeling of energy markets.
    To Apply: Visit website to apply

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    Posted: 10/4/10
    Position: Geothermal Analyst (Req. 1183BR)
    Company: Nation Renewable Energy Laboratory. NREL's Mission: NREL develops renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advances related science and engineering, and transfers knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals.
    NREL's Strategy: NREL has forged a focused strategic direction to increase its impact on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) and our nation's energy goals by accelerating the research path from scientific innovations to market-viable alternative energy solutions.
    Details: Intermediate analysis position researching the technical and economic feasibility of geothermal technologies. This position performs technology, market and economic analysis, with an emphasis on geothermal energy technology, systems, and infrastructure. Work carried out will support R&D and decision-maker support activities within the Geothermal program through the use of analysis methodologies such as economic feasibility, market transformation, risk, portfolio balance, and cost-versus-benefit. Analyst will be expected to design novel approaches for systems and infrastructure analysis, deliver quality products that synthesize the inputs of team members, researchers, market players, and other analysts, and innovate new methods, tools, and approaches that enable greater understanding of geothermal systems.
    Education and Experience: Relevant Master's Degree and 5 years experience or equivalent relevant education/experience.
    Preferred Qualifications: Multidisciplinary research exposure to geothermal systems, especially those related to the development of cost-effective systems for utility-scale applications. Familiarity with permitting and regulations, value chain analysis, risk analysis, and dynamic modeling. Experience in the development and evaluation of applied technology aimed at entering the marketplace. Previous industry experience in renewable energy and geothermal technologies, with experience in related analysis. Established base of contacts with individuals and institutions relevant to energy analysis. Experience working with the federal government. Some experience with computer modeling of energy markets.
    To Apply: Please visit website to apply

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    Posted: 9/22/10
    Position: Manager, Demand Side Energy and Resource Conservation (Manager)
    Company: The University of Texas at Austin
    Purpose of Position: Develop a robust demand side energy and water conservation program effecting project delivery, operations and maintenance, and energy consumption behavior. Serve as Facilities Services expert and ambassador communicating program successes with a wide-range of constituents to include students, faculty and staff.
    Essential Functions: Develop and manage a comprehensive demand side energy and resource conservation program. Develop and manage a behavior-based energy and resource conservation program utilizing building energy managers, metered consumption data and a variety of communication strategies. Develop and manage energy and resource conservation awareness and outreach programs. Work collaboratively with academic, athletic, auxiliary, student and administrative organizations to further energy and resource conservation programs. Serve as the campus energy and water conservation authority and expert. Work collaboratively with facility construction and renovation organizations to advocate for sustainable development through aggressive use of energy and resource conservation technologies and processes. Review detailed design drawings and specification for HVAC controls and other mechanical systems tied to new construction and renovation projects to ensure energy and water efficiency. Manage the identification, development and implementation of projects to further energy and resource conservation. Collaboratively develop sustainable operations and maintenance programs that further energy and water conservation goals. Develop and identify alternate funding sources for energy and resource conservation projects. Research new approaches for conserving energy and water in the daily operation of all types of energy and water consuming equipment. Interface with federal, state and city organizations to identify energy and resource conservation opportunities. Supervise staff in performance of supporting functions.
    Compensation: $7500 negotiable depending on qualifications.
    To Apply: Visit http://utdirect.utexas.edu/pnjobs/pnjobsvw.WBX?job_nbr=10-09-16-01-0418

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    Posted: 9/21/10
    Position: Transportation Program Director
    Company: Energy Foundation
    Details: The Energy Foundation is a private grant-making foundation whose mission is to assist in the global transition to a sustainable energy future by promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy. The Foundation offers a dynamic, positive work environment with approximately 45 staff in the San Francisco office and 30 staff in the Beijing office.
    The Transportation Program seeks to reduce US energy use and global warming emissions via clean vehicles and fuels policies. The Program Director is responsible for leading the Transportation Program team to identify strategies and manage a grants portfolio to achieve the program’s goals. This person will manage the budget and grants for transportation, represent the program internally and externally, interface with individual grantees, and supervise program staff. The Transportation Program Director will report to the Vice President/Deputy Director of US Programs of The Energy Foundation’s San Francisco Office.
    Responsibilities:
    Program Management & Execution
    ·     Develop and evolve strategies to achieve program goals;
    ·     Build and support a network of effective grantees;
    ·     Identify funding needs to meet strategic goals;
    ·     Fund organizations and individuals to achieve program goals;
    ·     Conduct strategic and grant-level evaluations;
    ·     Build and maintain domain expertise;
    ·     Manage program budget in accordance with foundation guidelines and policies;
    Team-building & Management
    ·     Support internal coordination and cross-program communication;
    ·     Support the professional development of program staff;
    ·     Model effective management practices;
    External Relationships
    ·     Build relationships with experts in the field;
    ·     Produce top-quality written materials and oral presentations for the board and
            funders;
    ·     Support relationships with funding partners and outreach to prospective partners;
    Qualifications:
    ·     Analytical – synthesizes complex or diverse information;
    ·     Judgment – display willingness to make decisions exhibiting sound and accurate
            judgment and makes timely decisions.
    ·     Planning and organizing – prioritizes work activities, uses time efficiently,
           develops realistic action plans, and delivers work on time.
    ·     Oral communication - makes effective presentations on complex topics to
           internal and external stakeholders, speak clearly and persuasively in positive or
           negative situations and conduct effective meetings;
    ·     Written communication – writes clear and compelling documents for internal and
           external consumption;
    ·     Managements skills – include staff in planning, decision-making, process
           improvement; makes self available to staff, develops subordinates’ skills for
           succession planning.
    ·     Collaboration – exchanges information and ideas with internal and external
           constituents to develop and implement best practices
    ·     Masters degree or equivalent; five to seven years of related experience and/or
           training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
    Success Factors:
    ·   Humility
    ·   Intelligence
    ·   Integrity
    ·   Open-mindedness/good listener
    ·   Self-motivated
    ·   Flexible and adaptable to change
    ·   Diplomacy
    Compensation: Energy Foundation is dedicated to providing a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, disability and retirement benefits, generous vacation and the opportunity to work for global energy change.
    Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority for the Energy Foundation. Please email a cover letter explaining your interest in the mission and resume by October 8, 2010 to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . No phone calls, please. 

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    Posted: 9/10/10
    Position:
    Multiple Listings
    Company:
    Clean Line Energy Partners
    Details:  Clean Line Energy Partners has several job openings that they are interested in filling soon. The company is located in Houston, TX. Click Here for more information.
    To Apply:
    Clean Line Energy Partners is a dynamic, growing company. If you are interested in pursuing a career with Clean Line in one of the jobs listed below, please send your resume to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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    Posted: 9/9/10
    Position: Programs Assistant
    Company: Pecan Street Project
    Details: Pecan Street Project Inc. seeks a highly motivated candidate who is interested in making a difference for the position of Programs Assistant. This is an entry level position for a person looking to enter the clean energy/smart grid field and participate in some of the nation?s most dynamic clean energy and smart grid research, development and testing. The job is a full-time (40 hours per week) position. Recent college graduates and persons contemplating career changes are encouraged to apply.
    About Pecan Street Project: Pecan Street Project Inc. is a clean energy/smart grid research and development organization headquartered at the University of Texas. Its board of directors includes representatives from The University of Texas, Austin Energy, Environmental Defense Fund, City of Austin, Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and Austin Technology Incubator. In collaboration with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and private sector technology companies, Pecan Street is developing and implementing smart grid and clean energy technologies and business models. Pecan Street?s research and development work is made possible thanks to funding from the Department of Energy and the Capital Area Council of Governments (through a grant from the Department of Commerce?s Economic Development Administration).
    Primary Responsibilities: Pecan Street is a lean, five-employee organization. The Programs Assistant will carry out a range of duties that include administrative support as well as substantive engagement in clean energy and smart grid project testing. The selected candidate will also work extensively with top researchers and graduate students from the University of Texas, Pecan Street, National Renewable Energy Laboratory and the private sector and with utility executives from Austin Energy and other utilities. Job duties include:
    • Assistance on programs. The Programs Assistant will assist the Project Director and Technology Director in –
         • Deploying and testing clean energy and smart grid systems
         • Recruiting residents to participate in Pecan Street?s research programs
         • Serving as a primary point of contact between Pecan Street?s research teams
            and residents participating in the testing of advanced clean energy and smart
            grid systems
    Administrative support: The Programs Assistant will provide administrative support to the project research teams and the organization, including preparing and sending correspondence, assisting in research funding proposals, organizing research team meetings and carrying out other administrative functions needs to fulfill Pecan Street?s organizational responsibilities. The position does not include receptionist duties.
    Research and writing: The Programs Assistant will assist in preparing research funding proposals, social media postings and white paper research and writing.
    Event management: The Programs Assistant will assist the Executive Director, Project Director and Communications Director in event management, including press conferences, educational presentations and Industry Advisory Council events.
    Experience and Skills: Pecan Street seeks a candidate with strong organizational, writing and people skills. No previous experience or academic background in energy, utilities, science or engineering is required. Pecan Street will train the selected candidate on the technical aspects of the organization?s research and development programs. A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is required. Pecan Street uses Mac OS X (Apple Macintosh operating system) and anticipates using iOS devices (iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad) for field research work. Candidates should either have experience with Mac OS X systems or a willingness to learn.
    Compensation: Compensation will start at $30,000 per year plus benefits. The selected candidate will be eligible for a five percent salary increase after six months.
    Application Process: Pecan Street Project will accept resumes through Friday, September 17, 2010. If you are invited to interview, you will be notified the week of September 20, 2010. Interviews will take place the week of September 27, 2010. Pecan Street Project anticipates making an offer by October 1, 2010, with a start date of no later than October 18, 2010. If you are interested, please send your resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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    Posted: 8/5/10
    Position: Director of Product Marketing
    Company: Panoramic Power
    Details: An early stage startup company is looking for a product marketing director/adviser in the field of enterprise system solutions for energy monitoring and management.  The director of product marketing will be in charge of the firm’s overall marketing and product program including:

    • Performing market segmentation
    • Identifying and defining customer value propositions
    • Writing MRD document to define products and solutions for key market segments
    • Writing business case and usage scenario documents
    • Product positioning, strategy and roadmap
    • Identifying key markets, sales channels and strategic partners
    • Be an expert with respect to the competition
    • Formulation of marketing messages
    • Run beta and pilot programs with early-stage products

    Requirements:
    Education: MBA – required. BSC in EE or Computer Science – an advantage.
    Languages: Perfect English. Another language a plus.
    Experience: At least five years in a senior marketing role (director level) of which at least 2 years of experience in product management and product definition within an electrical system/equipment/services/building management company. Strong leadership and consensus building skills; marketing management and strategic planning experience; a proven track record in developing and administering a marketing program.
    Specific: A high advantage – experience in one or more of the above fields:, energy efficiency solutions, energy management software, energy services, building management, smart metering, utilities
    Required Skills: Must be a self-starter, highly organized. Polished presentation and inter personal skills.  Must possess top level business management, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.  Excellent teamwork skills. Superb written and verbal communication skills. Willing to work long hours, multidisciplinary approach.
    To Apply: Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

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    Posted: 7/28/10
    Position: Multiple Listings
    Company: GE
    Details: Please visit GE's website for complete job listings
    To Apply: Send the job number and resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

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    Posted: 7/8/10
    Position: Multiple Listings
    Company: The Cadmus Group, Inc.
    Details: The Cadmus Group has several open positions. Please see their website for complete information

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    Posted: 6/11/10
    Position: Policy & Initiatives Director
    Company: Carpe Diem - Western Water & Climate Change Project
    ***Closes June 18, 2010***
    Details: The Policy & Initiatives Director works directly with Exloco's CEO, staff, Carpe Diem Project leadership, key advisors and supporters to ensure the successful implementation of the Project's challenging goals, strategies and processes. More information is available here.
    Please Note: Diversity is both an essential ingredient for successful work and a social imperative that will enable the Exloco to achieve its mission and goals. Employment at Exloco is based upon qualifications and competency. Exloco does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by local, state or federal law.
    To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume by June 18, 2010 (mail or email) to: Policy & Initiatives Director, 325 Pine Street, Sausalito, CA 94965, or to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please include in your cover letter (two pages maximum) a brief summary of one or more current trend lines you see as central to western water and climate change issues and your salary requirements. No telephone calls please.

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    Posted: 6/7/10
    Position: Internship
    Company: British Consulate
    Location: Houston, TX
    ***Closes June 11, 2010***
    Details: The British Consulate in Houston has an opening for an unpaid internship from June to August 2010. The internship is designed to supplement coursework in international affairs, government, public affairs, economics, US-UK relations, human relations or environmental studies, and overall understanding of British Government policies. The internship will allow students to work in a fast-paced environment at the centre of the UK/Texas relationship. The Consulate is looking for an engaging, quick thinking individual with a great deal of potential.
    Duties will include research, development of contact lists, work on new media and offering support for senior management.
    Eligibility: In order to be eligible for an internship with the British Consulate, you must be a junior or a senior in an undergraduate program, or enrolled in a graduate program by the start date of your internship (at least 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework completed). Since this is an unpaid internship, students receiving college credit in exchange for their internships are preferred.
    Under US State Department requirements, the Embassy may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Green Card holders or A or J1 Visa holders. If you hold a Visa other than an A or J1 Visa you are not currently eligible to work at the Consulate. All candidates will be subject to security clearances and background checks
    To Apply: To apply please send your resume in .doc format, with covering letter explaining your suitability to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by Friday 11 June 2010, putting Internship in the subject line. Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. 

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    Posted: 6/4/10
    Position: Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) Analyst
    Company: Bloomberg New Energy Finance
    Details: Bloomberg New Energy Finance is the leading independent provider of information and research to investors navigating the world’s transition to a low-carbon economy. The company provides a range of news, data and research services covering renewable energy, bioenergy, energy efficiency, carbon capture & storage and the carbon markets. New Carbon Finance, a division of the company, is the world’s leading independent provider of analysis, price forecasting, consultancy and risk management services relating to carbon, covering all of the world’s carbon markets. Bloomberg New Energy Finance has a research and editorial staff of over 130, headquartered in London and with offices in New York, Washington, San Francisco, Beijing, New Delhi, Sydney, Cape Town and São Paulo. The company serves a large proportion of the world’s leading investment houses – covering venture capital, private equity, debt and structured finance, asset management, hedge funds, private banking, family funds and commodities – as well as service providers such as investment banking and lawyers, governments, NGOs, oil companies and major corporations.
    The Role: We are seeking talented, highly-motivated individuals to join our Carbon Capture & Storage Insight team. Specifically, we are seeking an Analyst with a background in one of, or a combination of, the following: natural sciences, engineering, economics, or finance. Preferred candidates will have experience or academic expertise in CCS, fossil fuel based electricity generation, and/or the hydrocarbon industry. The Analyst will undertake primary research and analyse the drivers in the CCS sector. Through building fundamentals-based economic and financial models, the analyst will explore current sector dynamics and the trajectory of CCS deployment. Findings are communicated in a clear and insightful manner, through research notes, reports and presentations. Client contact is essential.
    Qualifications and Experience:

    • Post-graduate level degree preferred in a numerate or science based subject.
    • ?Knowledge of CCS and how it fits into the low carbon energy landscape.
    • ?Experience as an intern or analyst within an energy, consulting or financial organization.
    • ?Strong working knowledge of finance, including public markets, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and project finance.
    • ?Able to assimilate and assess new and highly technical information
    • ?Exceptional quantitative skills, comfort with financial databases, corporate and market statistics, and other aspects of financial analysis and consulting.
    • ?Ability to cut through the noise of infinite data, extract and analyze key patterns.
    • ?Exceptional communication skills and professionalism, as required to deliver services to FTSE-250 and Fortune 500 organizations.
    • ?Must act as a thought-leader and self-starter, have a high work-rate, be able to multi-task, and pay attention to detail.
    • ?Major foreign languages a distinct advantage.
    • Remuneration will be commensurate with knowledge and experience. The package will include a bonus component based on performance.

    To Apply: Send resume to Mark Taylor, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  


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    Posted: 5/14/10
    Position:
    Internship
    Company: Gulf Coast Clean Energy
    Location: The Woodlands, TX
    Details: Summer intern position. Duration of position is typically 10 weeks. Compensation is $15/hour.  Ideal candidate will have experience in Energy/HVAC, preferably will hold a master's degree in mechanical engineering.  Experience with Excel and PowerPoint is preferable. For more information about Gulf Coast Clean Energy, please visit their website
    To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to Ross Tomlin 
    Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
    Clean Energy Policy, U.S. Department of Energy Gulf Coast Clean Energy Regional Application Center
    Research Associate,  Houston Advanced Research Center
    281-363-7922 (o)  |  713-385-4408 (c) |  281-363-7935 (f)

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    Posted: 5/13/10
    Company: Joule Biotechnologies
    Position: Plant Manager
    Location: Leander, TX
    Department: Bio Processing
    Next Higher Manager:
    SVP Engineering
    Job Function/Purpose:
    The Plant Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant operation and maintenance at Joule’s Leander Texas pilot facility. The successful candidate will establish plant policies, oversee development and maintenance of standard operating procedures and be responsible for executing production runs requested by the Cambridge-based engineering and biology departments.  The Plant Manager will be responsible for maintaining and communicating an operations schedule consistent with company milestones and will work closely with the Engineering Group to successfully transfer technology to pilot scale and guide commercial deployment of technologies. The successful candidate will hire and foster a well-trained and motivated staff.  He or she will be responsible for enforcing safe practices and promoting an accident free record at the plant. The Plant Manager will be responsible for establishing and maintaining community relations. The Plant Manager will be contributing to the development of efficient, eco-friendly, and economic processes for the production of photosynthetically derived fuels and chemicals.  The process and the equipment are novel; therefore a successful candidate must have a broad based hands-on operations perspective with the ability to quickly adapt as the associated biochemical processes are optimized. The successful applicant will have a hands-on, practical approach to problem solving with a solid facility operations or plant engineering background and the ability to function as both an individual contributor and a group leader.  Effective oral and written communication skills are prerequisite given the need to continually exchange information with a variety of groups within the company and to clearly communicate information gathered during production runs.  The ideal candidate is someone who learns on the fly and is excited by technical challenges and aggressive time lines. The position is located in Leander, TX.
    Responsibilities:

    • Direct and coordinate plant operations according to company policy
    • Maintain an orderly and safe plant
    • Establish and direct policies and standard operating procedures
    • Maintain an operation schedule which meets company pilot milestones
    • Train and motivate operations staff
    • Establish shift schedules
    • Direct purchasing
    • Conduct employee performance reviews
    • Coordinate with Engineering to successfully transfer technology to pilot
    • Contribute to commercial facility designs by providing an operational perspective
    • Take on any other duties necessary for a highly functioning pilot plant
    • Assist with the execution of plant modifications in cooperation with the Engineering group

    Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a high energy, enthusiastic self-starter with a solid facility operations and/or plant engineering background.  Seven to ten years of experience in operations/production with significant supervisory experience is required.  Experience in a fast pace start up environment is ideal.  The successful candidate must have strong communication skills; written and oral.

    Relevant experience includes fuel ethanol production, biodiesel production, process engineering, industrial and/or laboratory scale fermentation.

    In addition an ideal candidate will possess the following skills/attributes:

    • Experience with operation of pilot scale equipment
    • Experience with microbial fermentation
    • Strong communication, technical writing, and presentation skills
    • Highly creative problem solving skills
    • Good mechanical aptitude
    • Proficiency for multitasking in a fast-paced start-up environment

    To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to James McIntire    This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: ARPA-E
      Position: Fellows Program
      Details: ARPA-E announces the creation of the "ARPA-E Fellows Program"
      and invites America's next generation of leading energy innovators to help
      shape our nation's energy future. ARPA-E Fellows will be competitively
      selected from the best and the brightest up and coming researchers and
      entrepreneurs in the U.S. energy sector.
      Participants in the ARPA-E Fellows Program will actively help create the
      strategic direction and vision of the country's first agency devoted exclusively
      to transformational energy technology research and development. Fellows
      will support Program Directors in program creation, in addition to
      undertaking independent explorations of promising future research areas for
      ARPA-E.
      Fellows will engage with world class researchers and innovators to develop
      theses for high impact ARPA-E research program areas, will prepare energy
      technology and economic analyses, and will make recommendations to
      Department of Energy senior management. Fellows will also gain exposure to
      energy policy and all aspects of the energy technology development lifecycle,
      including scientific research, technology prototyping and development, and
      technology commercialization.
      ARPA-E Fellow terms will not exceed two years. It is expected that Fellows
      will go on to be leaders in the energy field after their tenure at ARPA-E.
      ARPA-E Fellows will be expected to have strong technical backgrounds and
      deep expertise in at least one energy technology related field. Senior Fellows
      will be expected to have three or more years of relevant work experience in
      energy innovation related fields, while Fellows will represent recent PhDs,
      postdoctoral researchers and recent graduates with less than three years of
      work experience.

      Highly qualified candidates should possess the
      following attributes:
      Senior Fellows:
      *  More than three years after earning a PhD degree in an energy relevant
      scientific or engineering field
      *  A passion for energy technology research and development
      *  An interest in working in a multi-disciplinary, fast paced energy technology
      research and development focused environment
      *  Strong analytical and research skills and a demonstrated capacity for
      creative thinking
      *  Three or more years of distinctive work experience in an energy innovation
      related field
      *  A record of distinguished scholarship and publication
      *  Experience and knowledge in technology commercialization is desirable,
      but not required
      Fellows:
      *  Recent PhD (less than three years) or in rare cases in the process of
      working toward a PhD in an energy relevant scientific or engineering field
      *  A passion for energy technology research and development
      *  An interest in working in a multi-disciplinary, fast paced energy technology
      research and development focused environment
      *  Strong analytical and research skills and a demonstrated capacity for
      creative thinking
      *  A record of distinguished scholarship and publication

      All ARPA-E Fellows and Senior Fellows are full-time federal employees
      paid at a competitive salary.

      To Apply: Candidates should apply by sending the following to
      This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
      Updated CV
      One-page statement of interest describing relevant experience and expertise,
      as well as a description of the energy topic areas/project areas they would
      have the strongest interest in working on as an ARPA-E Fellow

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Facebook
      Location: Palo Alto
      Position: Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers, HVAC
      Details: Facebook is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join
      our data center engineering team. Our datacenters are the foundation upon
      which our software operates with efficient ease. Building and operating data
      centers the "right" way from the day they go live is synonymous with ensuring
      capacity availability and capital conservatism. The data center engineering
      team thinks from chip to chiller (or electrical substation), determining configurations and ensuring maximum efficiency of our compute
      infrastructure. This position is full-time and located in our Palo Alto office.

      Responsibilities:
      * Technical lead for the design and development of data center infrastructure
      * Develop design standards, specifications, and method of procedures (MOP)
      for consistency and maximum system reliability
      * Provide HVAC system consulting services to local data center operations
      teams
      * Research new designs, materials and construction methods for data center
      gear and related components
      * Oversee the data center commissioning (Integrated System Test) for new
      and retrofitted data centers
      * Provide energy efficient solutions to optimize cooling systems
      * Provide and review detailed scripts for change management request (CMR) activities
      * Develop capital project budgets and complex business case analyses
      * Travel to datacenter sites for engineering studies, mechanical systems
      audits, startup testing, and full commissioning, as required
      * Provide cooling system related Root-Cause-Analysis (RCA)
      * Ensure data center "as-built" mechanical documentation is accurate
      * Respond on an as-needed basis to emergencies.

      Requirements:
      * BS in Mechanical Engineering
      * Mechanical Professional Engineer registration is required
      * Minimum of twelve (12) years professional experience in data center design,
      construction, operations, and maintenance
      * Must hold high level knowledge of HVAC system, Chilled Water Systems,
      Condenser Water Systems, Pump controls, Glycool/Glycols, AHU units
      (DX, split, RTU, CRAC, etc), CRAC, Raised Floor Systems, HOT/COLD
      aisle containment, Building Management System
      * Should possess knowledge of industry standards, building codes and safety
      standards including UMC, NFPA, ASHRAE, UBC, and UMC
      * Strong trouble shooting and analytical skills
      * Ability to provide solutions to complex projects under pressure
      * Must have effective written and verbal communications skills
      * Must be familiar with AutoCAD, Visio, FLOTHERM or Tileflow.

      To Apply: please check at http://www.facebook.com/careers/department.php?dept=tech-ops&req=161409680030#/careers/apply.php?id=161409680030

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: California Sustainability Alliance
      Location: San Fransisco or Sacramento
      Position: Paid Internship
      Details: The California Sustainability Alliance (http://sustainca.org) is
      looking for 2-3 paid interns to immediately assist in research, interviews,
      and writing on sustainability best practices.  Projects may include developing website content on emerging technologies and organizations exemplifying
      holistic adoption of sustainability.  We may also ask interns to research local
      government sustainability issues and/or develop materials for an upcoming
      utility sustainability forum.  Interns familiar with web development and
      Flash may be asked to assist in web development activities; however, these
      skills are not required.  The minimum time commitment is 10 hours per week
      (more may be possible).  Interns must be able to meet with Alliance staff on
      occasion, either in San Francisco or in Sacramento. 

      To Apply: please send your resume along with a brief description of your interests and availability to Joanna Gubman at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Rocky Mountain Institute
      Location: Boulder, CO
      Position: Building Energy Consultant
      Details:  Rocky Mountain Institute:  This position will focus on building
      energy analysis and energy efficient building design. The energy consultant
      will engage closely with an RMI project manager, as well as the project design
      team, to manage and complete energy models, life cycle cost analysis, and
      other technical research and models during the design of retrofit and new construction projects. The candidate must be comfortable with
      thermodynamic principles and be ready to take on the challenges of
      simulating cutting edge technologies and effectively communicating and discussing results with clients. In the long-term, there will be research,
      teaching, and consulting components to this position, some of which will
      focus on developing and disseminating useful tools to the energy analysis community to facilitate higher quality, faster, and more effective energy
      analysis.
      After one year in this position, it is expected that the selected Building Energy
      Consultant will have completed numerous building models and analyzes that
      will have successfully impacted clients to make decisions that lead to
      substantially more energy efficient design and operations. In addition, the
      Building Energy Consultant will have trained and mentored others in energy
      analysis. After one year, the Building Energy Consultant will begin to
      contribute to research in the building energy analysis field as well as begin to
      grow their skill sets beyond modeling and engineering to project
      management and other areas of interest.

      Mandatory Qualifications:
      ·    Organized and hard working
      ·    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
      ·    Bachelor's degree in engineering
      ·    2 years HVAC design experience
      ·    Mastery of eQUEST or EnergyPlus
      ·    Well versed in word processing and design software (Word, Excel,
      PowerPoint, AutoCad)

      Desired Qualifications:
      ·    Masters degree from building engineering or building systems program
      ·    Analysis experience with other thermal or CFD modeling programs
      ·    Experience with LEED rating system and documentation
      ·    Economic background and ability to perform life cycle cost analysis
      ·    Consulting experience
      ·    Energy auditing or commissioning experience
      To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to
      This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (Siu Chan)
      with a subject line of "Building Energy Consultant Position"

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: CLEAResult Consulting
      Locations: Houston, Dallas, Lansing
      Position: Energy-Efficiency Engineers
      Details: CLEAResult Consulting (www.clearesult.com) is an
      energy-efficiency consulting firm that designs and implements programs to
      help utilities manage load growth and meet legislative requirements by
      helping end customers identify energy-savings opportunities and implement
      energy-efficiency improvements.  We are looking to hire energy-efficiency
      engineers with commercial & industrial experience.  The openings are located
      in Houston, Dallas, Tulsa, and Lansing.  (We do offer a relocation package.) 
      We're seeking engineers who have experience in building energy use analysis,
      energy auditing, and building energy simulation/modeling.  These are
      full-time positions with benefits. 

      To Apply: Contact James Hatheway at (512) 259-2383 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Mary Davidge Associates
      Position: Paid Intern - LEED EBOM Project Administration
      Details: Mary Davidge Associates is seeking an individual to join our team in
      providing management of a campus-wide LEED EBOM certification project
      for a leading technology corporation. The project offers the opportunity to
      participate in a highly innovative collaborative process within a cross
      functional team.
      Part time contract position averaging 20 hours per week.

      Responsibilities:
      * Assessing, collecting and organizing existing building operations data and
      plans for the corporate campus.
      * Assisting client to achieve Energy Star rating for each building on the
      campus by entering required energy data and managing the Energy Star
      process.
      * Meeting with in house operations managers to collect required data for
      LEED EBOM certification process. This would include documentation of
      purchasing policies and documentation of actual expenditures for
      performance periods in each of the LEED credit categories.
      * Assist with LEED Online documentation and project administration.

      Qualifications: The ideal candidate would be a graduate student or recent graduate with exceptional qualifications in a relevant engineering program. Demonstrated knowledge of green building strategies and building operation requirements is also desired.  
      Experience in LEED Certification and Energy Star Labeled Buildings is preferred. Priority will be given to LEED accredited professionals.
      Candidates should be well organized, team oriented and self motivated, possessing strong verbal and written communication skills. They must also have the ability to meet commitments and deadlines within a fast paced corporate environment.

      To Apply: Submit Cover letter and resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Johnson Controls, Inc.
      Location: Milwaukee, WI
      Position: Program Analyst, Global Energy & Sustainability Team
      Details: Under general direction, responsible for supporting the planning,
      development and implementation of business growth strategies focused on
      energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, including the
      development of new offerings and innovations at the global level for Johnson
      Controls' Building Efficiency businesses.  
      This position is an ideal opportunity for an undergraduate to launch a career
      in sustainable business and clean energy prior to pursuing an MBA or
      equivalent graduate degree, or it could introduce a broad and strategic
      perspective of our energy efficiency businesses for someone seeking a
      longer-term role.

      Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a
      related discipline. Most importantly, applicant must have a strong passion
      for accelerating transformation of the world's building stock to become more
      energy efficient and sustainable.  Ability to think conceptually, communicate
      clearly, and manage time effectively.   Strong aptitude and stated interest in
      quantitative analysis and slide deck preparation.

      To Apply: Please email resume, cover letter, 1 writing sample (e.g. papers,
      articles), and 1 analytical sample (e.g. problem set) to
      This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
      referring to this position in the subject line.

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Google
      Location: Europe
      Position: Clean Energy Advocacy Manager (Europe)
      Details:  Google is looking for a Clean Energy Advocacy manager for Europe
      to lead our public policy and outreach in support of our campaigns on clean
      energy and sustainability.
      For this new role, we are looking for candidates who have demonstrated an
      ability to move an issue at the highest levels of government and enjoy public
      speaking. We need a strategic thinker with a proven track record of
      developing a policy/regulatory campaigns, as well as a tactician who can zero
      in on clear objectives and deliver results. The advocacy manager will define
      and drive Google's public policy agenda in Europe among policymakers and
      elected officials, and will serve as an "evangelist" for Google's green/clean
      energy efforts through public speaking, convenings, and outreach to thought
      leaders. Our ideal candidate will speak German, French or Italian and will be
      based in Google's offices in one of those countries, or London.

      Google's clean energy advocacy priorities currently include:
      * Promoting renewable energy technologies that are cheaper than coal
      * Giving consumers access to their energy use information so they can save
      money and energy through tools like PowerMeter
      * Promoting energy efficient data centers, servers and computers
      * Helping our employees and others go green

      To Apply: Interested candidates should review the job description at: http://www.google.co.uk/intl/en/jobs/uk/legal/clean-energy-advocacy-manger-emea-london/index.html

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Energy Solutions
      Location: Oakland
      Position: Senior Consulting Energy Engineer, Energy Solutions
      Details: The Senior Consulting Energy Engineer will serve as a technical
      resource for Energy Solutions' efficiency programs, Codes and Standards
      development, utility workpaper development, and will lead our efforts on
      building energy surveys (energy audits) in commercial, industrial, and
      institutional facilities, including facility walk through and data collection,
      client management, and direction of staff. In addition, the Senior Consulting
      Energy Engineer will act as a client representative for energy efficiency and
      renewable energy construction projects.

      Qualifications:
      * 5+ years of applicable commercial building energy efficiency experience
      * Ability to perform a comprehensive, investment-grade energy audit at a
      variety of commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities
      * Comprehensive knowledge of commercial building systems including
      HVAC, building automation and controls, lighting, building envelope,
      domestic water, motors and drives, as well as up-to-date knowledge on
      strategies for saving energy in those systems
      * Strong grasp of building system troubleshooting and retro-commissioning
      procedures
      * Understanding of demand management and demand response strategies
      * An engineering degree from an accredited university
      * Strong communication skills, both written and oral
      * The ability to work independently as well as within a team

      Other desired qualifications are:
      * Professional license (P.E.) and CEM
      * Experience working in a consulting environment, especially for electric and
      gas utilities
      * Experience developing utility workpapers
      * Building simulation and energy modeling software skills (e.g., eQUEST,
      EnergyPro, etc.)
      * Construction and project management experience for renewable energy
      and other mechanical projects
      * Measurement and verification (M&V) experience
      * Familiarity with industrial process equipment
      * Mentoring and training skills

      To Apply: Please email a cover letter with your available start date and your
      resume to
      This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For more information about Energy
      Solutions, please visit us on our website at
      www.energy-solution.com.

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Southwest Energy Efficiency Project
      Location: Boulder, CO
      Position: Senior Associate-Utility Program
      Details:
      *  Assist with the development and analysis of gas and electric utility
      demand-side management (DSM) programs for the region
      *  Work on utility energy efficiency policy including participation in state
      public utility commission proceedings and in the legislative arena
      *  Advise utilities and utility commission staff on energy efficiency matters
      *  Conduct outreach to raise awareness and build support for utility energy
      efficiency initiatives in the southwest region.
      The Senior Associate will carry out these activities in conjunction with other
      SWEEP staff and our state representatives.

      Qualifications: Applicants should have experience working on utility DSM
      programs for a utility, a consulting firm, non-profit organization, or a state
      utility commission. Masters degree plus at least five years of experience or
      Bachelors degree plus at least eight years of experience. Strong analytical and
      communications skills, ability to work independently, and a personal
      commitment to a cleaner environment and more sustainable future.

      To apply:  send brief cover letter and resume (no phone calls, please) to:
      Utility Program Opening
      SWEEP
      2260 Baseline Rd. Suite 212
      Boulder, CO 80302
      Applications can also be submitted via email to
      This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Hara Software
      Position: Software Developers, Sustainability Consultants, UI Designers,
      and more

      Details: Hara provides software and services to help organizations manager
      their "organizational metabolism" - the sum of the collective resources
      consumed and expended by an organization - including energy, fossil fuels,
      water, waste, carbon, and other natural resources. Hara's Environment and
      Energy Management solution has been around since early 2009 and is
      already in use by a number of large companies and municipalities including
      News Corp, Safeway, and the City of Palo Alto.
      Hara is seeking talented individual to fill position throughout the company
      including software developers, UI designers, sustainability consultants, and
      more.
      For a complete list of open positions, visit our Careers page:
      http://hara.com/careers.html
      To learn more: send an email with your resume and your area of interest to
      Jimmy Caputo (
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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: Yingli Green Energy Americas, Inc.
      Location: SF and NY
      Position: Multiple Positions
      Details: Yingli Green Energy Americas, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of
      Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Ltd. (NYSE: YGE), one of the world's
      leading manufacturers of solar energy products.  With offices in New York
      and San Francisco, Yingli Green Energy Americas designs and sells
      photovoltaic (PV) modules to utilities, project developers, system integrators
      and product distributors throughout North America.  Our company is
      currently planning to open a 100MW module manufacturing facility in the
      United States in 2010.

      Sales Engineer:   Reporting to the Field Operations Leader, the Sales
      Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Yingli Green Energy
      Americas leadership team as needed on all technical and commercial-related
      aspects of business development and customer support in the North
      American PV market.  As a key liaison between the Operations & Business
      Development teams, this individual will work closely with existing and
      potential customers to define and realize business opportunities.

      Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
      * Contribute to VOC and benchmarking studies to identify opportunities to
      create competitive advantages
      * Establish new relationships with potential customers to generate sales
      * Interface with current/potential commercial partners and customers at
      industry trade shows
      * Provide technical service support to customers as needed with respect to
      project/system design
      * Support the Product Engineer to develop product specifications and data
      sheets for US products
      * Monitor and analyze field/system performance, and present findings to
      management
      * Interface with customers on product claims; support and communicate
      claim resolution
      * Communicate information to customers as needed, including, but not
      limited to engineering changes, technical bulletins, and letters of
      compliance
      * Utilize lean six sigma methodology to improve sales metrics and customer
      satisfaction
      * Support management team in ad hoc tasks and initiatives

      Requirements:
      * Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering; preference towards focus on
      applied photovoltaics
      * Must be able and willing to travel up to 30%, including international travel
      to China as needed
      * Superior written and verbal communication skills, and a strong proficiency
      of Microsoft Office tools
      * Ability to design products with Autocad and/or other design software
      * Previous experience with modeling software, PVSYST, SAM, PVDesignPro
      is preferred
      * PV Experience, preferably field experience, and knowledge of industry
      standards/codes is preferred
      * Minitab proficiency is preferred
      * Mandarin speaking ability is preferred

      To Apply: Interested candidates should remit a cover letter, resume, and
      salary expectations to Brian Grenko, Director of Operations, at
      This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: The Cadmus Group, Inc.
      Location: VA or SLC Utah
      Position: Green Building Energy Modeling Professionals
      Details: The Cadmus Group, Inc. is seeking mid-level professionals for our
      Green Building (GB) practice with experience in energy modeling and
      ASHRAE 90.1. Mid-level professionals should have three or more years of
      experience. Daily activities include consulting on LEED and energy modeling
      projects, reviewing LEED certification applications (primarily EA credit 1),
      supporting federal, state and municipal energy programs, reviewing
      standards and codes, creating and manipulating spreadsheets and databases,
      working with standard software packages to benchmark building energy use,
      offering technical support to organizations, training and writing reports and
      other documents. This position involves extensive work with the ENERGY
      STAR platform for residential and commercial buildings, and working with
      LEED Accredited Professionals (APs) to review designs and operational
      practices in new and existing buildings for maximum sustainability.
      Cadmus is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.
      For more information, and to apply:  please visit our Online Career
      Center at
      https://careers.cadmusgroup.com/apply

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      Posted: 4/28/10
      Company: CDI Engineers
      Location: Lynwood, PA
      Position: Lead Energy Modeler
      Details: Join one of the Northwest's foremost Mechanical Engineering firms
      as CDi Engineers' lead Energy Modeler. The Energy Modeler will manage the
      firms' energy modeling efforts, develop standards and mentor/train staff in
      area of energy modeling.

      Key job responsibilities include:
      · Perform building energy simulations and models as a project team member,
      including new construction and existing buildings.
      · Work with utility, state and national programs to assist in the securing of
      grants or other sources to procure third-party funding for construction,
      studies, etc.
      · Work with a variety of energy analysis software appropriate to specific
      projects, including eQuest, E+, EnergyPro, and TAS.
      · Develop office standards and "shoebox" templates that will allow all
      engineering staff to develop simplified models.
      · Perform spreadsheet-based calculations of potential energy savings
      opportunities in planning stages of projects and in support of policy
      development.
      · Review LEED credit documentation related to energy performance for
      compliance with standards.
      · Assist team members and client project teams with interpretation of and
      compliance with ASHRAE Standard 90.1 and local energy codes.
      · Participate in project design charettes and workshops with staff and clients.
      ·  Assist with training other engineering staff in energy modeling techniques
      and protocols.

      Qualifications include:
      * Minimum of 5 years experience with HVAC systems.
      * LEED® AP Accreditation required.
      * Knowledge of energy modeling programs, eQuest strongly preferred.
      * Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent job experience
      preferred.

      To Apply: e-mail your resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it using
      "Energy Modeler" as your subject line.

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      Posted: 4/26/10
      Company: Incenergy
      Location: Austin, TX
      Position: Software Engineering
      Job Details: Thriving local Smart Grid technology company is looking for a software engineer to assist in development of User Interfaces and Human Factors.  
      Desired requirements:
      Exhibited experience with non-traditional user interfaces
      5 years experience with custom web portal development
      2 year experience with iphone application development
      1 year experience with android application development
      5 years experience with C# .net development
      2 years experience with java application development
      2 years experience with web security protocols

      To apply: send appropriate materials to:
      W. 6th St., Suite 140. Austin, TX 78703


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      Posted: 4/12/10
      Company: Pecan Street Project
      Position: Technology Director
      Job Description: 
      Pecan Street Project Inc. seeks a candidate with strong quantitative and analytical skills for the position of Technology Director. While experience in clean energy and smart grid technologies is valued, the preferred background for a candidate consists of postgraduate degrees and/or professional experience in disciplines including economics (focused on quantitative analysis), math, computer science or engineering.
      The Technology Director will be responsible for the testing, measurement and evaluation of clean energy and smart grid technologies and systems. The director’s primary focus initially will be on the technologies being considered and deployed at Pecan Street’s demonstration project at Mueller.
      This position will require close collaboration with project team members and participants from Austin Energy, the University of Texas, the City of Austin, Austin Technology Incubator, Environmental Defense Fund, the Department of Energy, National Renewable Energy Lab, Catellus, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, private sector technology collaborators and vendors, the Mueller community and others.
      Writing sample: Candidates selected for interviews will be asked to respond to a set of quantitative problems prepared by University of Texas faculty and personnel working in engineering or technology fields.
      Compensation:  Compensation will be $90,000 in salary plus benefits. Candidates are asked to make a two-year minimum commitment.
      Primary Responsibilities:
      • Lead the development of testing, measurement and evaluation protocols for technologies being considered for deployment in Pecan Street’s demonstration project at Mueller.
      • Lead the selection and evaluation of technologies and systems to be deployed in Pecan Street’s demonstration project at Mueller. Measure system performance for clean energy and smart grid technologies and systems actually deployed.
      • Work with project team researchers and Mueller community residents on data collection and analysis for Pecan Street’s demonstration project at Mueller and other projects.
      • Manage technology trials
      • Analyze data from technologies and systems to quantify the impact on selected business models. Develop comparative business model scenarios using data from technology and systems trials.
      • Work with project team members, including from Austin Energy, NREL and the University of Texas, on grid testing protocols. Lead the measurement and evaluation of technologies tested through Pecan Street’s grid testing work.
      • Provide timely progress reports to all stakeholders, which will entail regular meetings and reports to various groups, including the Executive Committee.
      • Ensure that technology risks are mitigated through the use of appropriate risk management processes.
      • Act as the primary liaison between the Technology Review Advisory Committee and the Project on technology evaluation.
      • Work closely with the Project Director to plan for and implement new technology trials.
      • Work with the Executive Director and the demonstration project Executive Committee to evaluate the effectiveness of the demonstration project’s processes and controls.
      • Communicate on project to key stakeholder organizations, community organizations and clean energy/smart grid industry gatherings.
      Experience:  Ideal professional experience and personal attributes include:
      • Postgraduate degree(s) and professional experience in quantitative-focused disciplines such as business/economics, engineering, science or mathematics
      • Experience in clean energy and/or smart grid sectors
      Professional Qualities:
      Communications skills – candidate should be comfortable dealing with all levels of an organization, including delivering presentations to executive level audiences.
      Teamwork – candidate should be able to work effectively in a team environment with participants inside and outside of organization.

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      Posted: 4/6/10
      Agency:
      Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
      Department: Department of Energy
      Position: Electrical Engineer - Direct Hire Authority
      Job Details: View Job Posting

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      Posted: 4/6/10
      Company: Incenergy
      Location: Austin, TX
      Position: Core C# Developer
      Job Details: We are looking fora  strong developer to join our team. Building a platform to support and integrate energy distribution and control systems.
      Skills: 

       

      •Preferred 3 years experience developing applications with .NET using C#. demonstrated experience in other language platform acceptable.
      •Prefer an understanding of C# and the .NET framework and features.
      •Strong understanding of object oriented design and development
      •Detailed knowledge of computers, operating systems, networks.
      •Strong experience working with user interfaces.
      •Self motivated.
      •Strong UI skills. We are not looking for just back-end developers. We work from HTML to the db.
      Technologies include (but not limited to):
      •C#
      •Web Forms
      •SQLSrvr
      •iPhone SDK
      •Android
      •Web Services
      •Security
      To Apply: Contact Shane Mericle at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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      Posted: 4/1/10
      Company: Austin Technology Incubator
      Position:
      Web Design and Marketing Intern 
      Job Details: The Austin Technology Incubator is seeking a highly motivated advertising or computer science student for an exciting internship that provides the opportunity to get hands on experience in several areas of communications and website/graphic development. The internship is for summer 2009 and has the potential to extend through the fall as well. We need an enthusiastic quick learner that can help with marketing communications at ATI.  Duties will include but are not limited to, designing invitations for ATI events, consulting with ATI companies on their starter websites, working with ATI on its website and creating promotional materials for ATI member companies. 
      Requirements: 
      * Web design proficiency (html, joomla, dreamweaver, wordpress) for ATI website updates and the creation of starter websites
         for ATI companies.

      * Design proficiency-Adobe Creative Suite
      * Ability to put together “starter” information kits for ATI companies including branding
         (logo development) brochure design and product data sheets, presentation material,
         promotional and sales collateral, pamphlets and flyers
      *  Ability to design creative web invitations for ATI sector events (Wireless/IT, Clean Energy
         and BioScience)
      *  Ability to take initiative, define project requirements, establish action plans, and
         meet deadlines.  Must be able to have basic project management skills and communicate
         with companies and other ATI staff about project status.
      *  Excellent communication and organizational skills
      *  Willing and able to commit 30-40 hours a week in the summer.  During the Fall semester about 15 hours per week.
      An hourly wage, pre-set by The University of Texas guidelines, is provided.  The huge benefit of this position include the opportunity to create material for your portfolio and gain valuable experience working with high growth technology start-ups 
      To apply: Email a cover letter and resume to Melissa Rabeaux at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

      ATI is a non-profit organization that helps early stage technology companies increase their odds of success and decrease their time to capital and markets.  For more information, please visit our website at www.ati.utexas.edu <http://www.ati.utexas.edu/> .

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      Posted: 3/30/10
      Company: Austin Technology Incubator
      Position: Grant/Operations Intern
      About ATI: ATI is a non-profit program affiliated with the IC2 Institute of UT-Austin.  ATI helps very early-stage life sciences, clean technology, wireless, and IT companies move closer to much-needed funding, market traction, and team development.  The goal of ATI is to foster economic development and job creation in central Texas as well as create a learning environment for students and faculty around the creation of companies.  ATI is currently funded in part by the City of Austin and fees collected from member companies.  Working at ATI presents a great opportunity to learn about technology start-ups, work with key people in the high technology community, interact with faculty involved in company creation, and gain insight into the operations of a globally recognized technology incubator.
      Job Description:
      The Grant/Operations Intern will assist in the following:
      * Perform extensive research of private, corporate, and government granting
         agencies throughout the US to identify which entities would be good funding
         sources for ATI
      * Manage grant application process, including writing letters of inquiry, grant
         applications and project budgets with oversight from the Director of Operations
      * Manage grant follow-up with oversight from the Director of Operations
      * As time permits, intern will assist ATI Member Companies with limited grant
         research
      * Assist in grant compliance as needed
      * Build relationships with ATI “Trusted Partners” to solicit discounts and
         sponsorships for ATI Member Companies and manage/update “Trusted Partners”
         list
      * Coordinate efforts with UT Faculty regarding class projects
      * Assist with office related activities (e.g., filing, database entry, mail sorting, etc.)
      Details/Requirements:
      * Prior experience with grant research and writing preferred
      * Student must be comfortable with a fluid, dynamic environment
      * Position is typically for 1 semester (with possibility to extend on a semester by
         semester basis, including the summer)
      * Hours per week are flexible, with a minimum of 10 hours and maximum of 20
         hours per week during business hours in the Fall or Spring semester but up to
         40 hours during the summer.
      * Generally intern will work in the West Pickle Research Center (3925 West
         Braker Lane) but some may be spent on campus as well
      * Pay is ~$13.50/hour for a graduate student and ~$10.50/hour for an
         undergraduate student.
      To Apply:  Please send resume with cover email to Aruni Gunasegaram at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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      Posted: 3/29/10
      Company: ExxonMobil
      Position: Postdoctoral Fellows, Algae Biofuels R&D Program, ExxonMobil
      Job Description: 
      Research and Engineering has immediate openings for postdoctoral fellows in its Corporate Strategic Research laboratory located in Annandale, NJ. Candidates are sought to fill key positions in the Algae Biofuels Research and Development Program, which is part of ExxonMobil’s strategic alliance with Synthetic Genomics, Inc. This program is a new long term investment focused on biofuel production from photosynthetic algae. If successful, these next generation biofuels could augment the world’s transportation fuel supply and assist in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the decades to come.
      Microbial and Physiological Ecology (one position): This individual will be part of a team responsible for assessing the growth and physiology of selected microalgal strains under various culture conditions in order to maximize biofuel formation. In addition, interactions of the culture microbiota including algae, protozoan predators, and other microorganisms will be investigated.
      A PhD is required in microbial ecology, microbial physiology, microbiology, phycology or a related field. Experience with microbial physiology, physiological ecology, photosynthesis, algal nutrition, and bioinformatics is highly desired, as is familiarity with state-of-the-art systems biology techniques such as transcriptomics and metagenomics.
      Microbial Molecular Biology (one position): This individual will be part of a team carrying out experiments related to the development and analysis of microalgal strains, including efforts to improve the photosynthetic performance of the strains.
      A PhD is required in genetics, cellular biology, microbiology, molecular biology, biophysics or a related field. Experience with microbial physiology, photosynthesis, cellular metabolism, and bioinformatics is highly desired, as is familiarity with state-of-the-art molecular and systems biology techniques such as transcriptomics and metagenomics.
      Bioreactor design engineering (one position): This individual will be part of a team working on the design, operation, and testing of reactor systems to grow and harvest algae. Responsibilities will include implementing, testing, and modifying prototype photo bioreactors, algae harvesting equipment, and input/output systems. This individual will also interact with design teams and contractors.
      A PhD in chemical or mechanical engineering or related field is required. Requirements include reactor engineering expertise, bioreactor design experience, as well as experience in experimental design.
      Qualifications: The successful candidates will spend time both at ExxonMobil’s and Synthetic Genomic’s R&D facilities. Candidates are expected to have demonstrated strong scientific leadership within the scientific community. Strong communication skills are essential, as collaboration with other science areas is critical for success.
      About the Company: ExxonMobil’s Corporate Strategic Research (CSR) laboratory is a dynamic and exciting place to work. CSR is located in scenic western New Jersey, about an hour west of New York City and 45 minutes northwest of Princeton. Within CSR, active research programs exist in all areas of the company’s business and which cut across the traditional fields of chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, physics, geoscience, and mechanical engineering. Interdisciplinary research is the norm, and close ties are maintained with the academic and national laboratory communities through publication and presentation of results.
      To Apply: ExxonMobil offers an excellent working environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Please submit your cover letter and resume to our website at http://www.exxonmobil.com/ex and apply to Postdoctoral Fellows-Algae Biofuels. ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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      Posted: 3/29/10
      Company: British Embassy
      Location: Washington, DC 

      Position: Science, Research and Innovation Summer 2010 Internship
      Deadline to Apply: April 22
      Job Description: 
      The British Embassy in Washington, the United Kingdom’s largest diplomatic mission, is offering an internship for the summer for 2010 to work within its Global Issues Group (GIG).  Specifically, this internship will be with the Science and Innovation (S&I) and Research Councils UK (RCUK) teams.   This program offers internships for 15-25 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters, as well as for 3 months over the summer. These are unpaid internships, for college credit only, but the Embassy does provide a stipend of $75 per month for transportation costs.
      Background: The Science and Innovation Network (S&IN) facilitates collaboration between UK universities and research groups and the best public and private-sector counterparts in the US, and on best practice in science and innovation policy.  It has a network across the US and three staff in Washington.  The Research Councils UK (RCUK) Office in the US represents the 7 Research Councils, who are the UK’s major public funders of research covering every academic discipline (www.rcuk.ac.uk <http://www.rcuk.ac.uk/> ). It works primarily with US federal funding agencies and endowments to share strategies, increase dialogue on funding priorities and pursue and promote collaborative research opportunities.  S&IN and the RCUK office work closely together.   
      Students with an interest in science and innovation policy can gain valuable experience that touches on a wide range of research areas and disciplines.  The successful candidate will be a pro-active and enthusiastic person, who is capable of relating to individuals at all levels.
      Duties and Responsibilities:
      · Desk research projects on research funding strategies and opportunities across a range of disciplines in the natural, physical and social sciences, and arts/humanities
      · Attend and report on external briefings, conferences, lectures, seminars and Hill hearings
      · Help to arrange meeting programs and travel for UK visitors, and attend some meetings
      · Help to arrange workshops: travel, logistics and planning
      · Write content for the Embassy and RCUK US office websites
      Minimum Qualifications/Experience:
      · You must be a junior or a senior in an undergraduate program, or enrolled in a graduate program by the start date of your internship (at least 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework completed). Students receiving college credit in exchange for their internships are preferred
      · Available full-time during the summer; possibility of part-time extension during the fall and spring
      · Demonstrable interest in science, research and innovation policy: a background in this area preferred, but not essential
      · Must be able to work independently and still meet project deadlines
      · Able to work effectively both independently and in a team
      · Strong writing, editing, time management and organisational skills
      · Highly proficient in all MS Office applications, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
      Eligibility: Under US State Department requirements, the Embassy may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Green Card holders, A or J1 Visa holders. If you hold a Visa other than an A or J1 Visa you are not currently eligible to work at the Embassy. All candidates will be subject to background checks and security clearance.  
      To Apply: Resume and a cover letter should be submitted in a .doc (Word) file format to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by April 22, 2010. Please note in the subject line of your email ‘Recruiting Internship’.  Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The British Embassy Network is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a diverse workforce.

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      Posted:
      3/23/10
      Company: State of Texas, Renewable Energy Division
      Position: Program Specialist I
      Location: Austin, TX
      General Job Description: Performs routine (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Work involves assisting with the planning, developing, and implementing of the Border Energy Forum and providing consultative services and technical assistance to Renewable Energy program staff, governmental agencies, community organizations, or the general public. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
      Essential Job Elements: Works closely with the program coordinator to plan and implement the Border Energy Forum and other Renewable Energy programs. Under the direction of the Deputy or program coordinator, acts as a liaison by working with and speaking to agency personnel, outside organizations, and/or community and professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in the alternative fuels, renewable energy, and the Border Energy Programs. Collaborates with the program coordinator to complete and to monitor the required performance reports and recommendations for the Border Energy Forum and the Western Governor’s Association activities. Under direction of the Deputy or program coordinator, consults with public and private agencies and field offices involved in related programs to resolve problems, identify training needs and discuss program effectiveness. Recommends to the program coordinator techniques for evaluating alternative fuel, sustainable energy, and Border Energy programs for Renewable Energy to produce a more effective program. Assists with the preparation of administrative reports, studies, and specialized research projects. Marginal Elements: May prepare comprehensive reviews of literature, statutes, and rules/and or policy. May assist in the development of policy or procedures. Performs other related work as assigned.
      Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus experience working on a renewable energy development program. Must be able to communicate orally and in writing in English and Spanish. A writing sample in English and Spanish must be provided at the time of interview. Applicants should expect that part of the interview will be conducted in Spanish.
      Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relating to Renewable Energy programs; of public administration and management techniques; of interviewing, training, and statistical analysis processes; and of program planning and implementation. Skill in the use of a personal computer with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Access. Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to prepare concise reports; to manage multiple priorities; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; and to communicate effectively in English and Spanish both orally and in writing.
      To Apply: An official State of Texas Employment Application must be submitted to Human Resources, Room 730, Stephen F. Austin Building, P.O. Box 12873, Austin, Texas 78711-2873, Job line (512) 463-5134, Fax (512) 475-1555, Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (512) 463-5330, World Wide Web http://www.glo.state.tx.us/. Resumes will not be accepted in place of an official application. The Texas General Land Office/Veteran's Land Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. A criminal conviction records check is required for applicants who are selected for a position. The State of Texas requires all males who are 18 through 25 and required to register with the Selective Service to present either proof of registration or exemption from registration upon hire. The U.S. Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires new employees to present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. The Texas General Land Office is a nonsmoking agency. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas. In compliance with FLSA, the GLO compensates overtime work through time off in lieu of payment.

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      Posted: 3/1/10
      Company: Midwest Research Institute
      Position: Vice President and Director of Advanced Energy Programs
      Details: EFL Associates has been retained to recruit the Vice President and Director of Advanced Energy Programs for our client, Midwest Research Institute. This position will provide an outstanding opportunity to proactively grow and position this internationally acclaimed organization. 
      Our Client:  Since its founding in Kansas City in 1944, the Midwest Research Institute has become a global center for basic and applied research as well as technology development and offers a wide range of scientific capabilities in the areas of national security and defense, health sciences, agriculture and food safety, engineering, environment, information technology, energy, biological sciences and analytical chemistry.  In 2009, revenues exceeded $385 million for this not-for-profit. For more information about the organization, please visit the Web site at www.mriresearch.org 

      Responsibilities: Reporting to the Senior Vice President and Director of Technical Operations, the VP has shared profit and loss responsibility for building, coordinating and operating MRI's Energy Research and Development Business Area and serving as the interface in this area between Business Development and Technical Operations.  This position has management responsibility and serves as mentor to staff in business development, planning and implementation while working with MRI's management team to recommend and develop long-term investments and strategies for business expansion in energy research.  
      Credentials Sought:
      * M.S. or Ph.D. in a science, engineering or related field preferred
      * 15 or more years of experience in successful leading and directing 
      multi-disciplinary teams of professional scientists and engineers
      * Demonstrated experience in directing and growing an R&D operation 
      involved in work across organizational lines that encompass the 
      sciences and engineering is required
      * Must be recognized as a technical expert in energy research and 
      development as evidenced by publications, professional organization
      affiliations/involvement, special distinctions, history of funding 
      support
      * Background should include success in identifying and quantifying 
      business development opportunities with subsequent conversion to
      funding R&D programs

      Contact: Please consider those who may be interested in hearing more about this opportunity.  You may pass this information along directly or have them contact me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   or 913.234.1572 for more information.  Thank you in advance for your thoughtful response.