SMMA is currently seeking a Sustainable Design Analyst to join our design practice, working with SMMA’s Sustainability Group. The Sustainability Group's mission is to promote the implementation and coordination of sustainable design practices across our firm’s Design Disciplines. We inspire teams to commit to advanced sustainability by promoting a culture of curiosity, thought leadership and continuous improvement. It is our belief that intentionally pursuing deep sustainable design will create a ripple effect through our culture and practices, our design approach and delivery, and ultimately resulting in change within the built environment.
This position requires an individual who demonstrates a passion for sustainability in the built environment, advanced energy efficiency and carbon reduction. This individual must be able to work in a team environment while working independently on special projects. The candidate will work with our team of sustainability experts, conducting energy efficiency analysis, daylighting analysis, building systems’ optimization and advanced energy performance solutions, LEED and/or WELL project coordination and post-occupancy evaluation data analysis. The candidate will be encouraged to promote sustainable design and advanced energy efficiency knowledge within the firm and thought leadership in the industry.
Candidates will be evaluated based on their previous work experience, personal and professional references, and interviews.

Responsibilities:

Provides support to project teams for energy analysis using energy modeling (EQuest and/or Open Studio).
Provides coordination and management of LEEDv4 and/or WELL certification documentation.
Provides support to project teams for embodied carbon analysis (Tally, EPIC, CARES)
Provides support to project teams for advanced building performance, sustainable design methodologies and emerging technologies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and/or Architecture.
Proficient with EQuest (5-7 years’ experience)
Have experience in conducting energy modeling per ASHRAE 90.1 standard for Code compliance, LEED and/or utility incentives programs.
LEED GA/AP and/or WELL AP a plus
Modeling experience in Sketchup, Rhino is a plus
Daylight modeling experience is a plus
Computational design skills in Dynamo and/or Grasshopper a plus.
Thermal enclosure performance/building science knowledge. Experience in WUFI, THER is a plus
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

About the Firm
SMMA is one of New England’s most unique design firms due to our composition, reputation, and focus. Cambridge-based since our incorporation in 1955, we offer an integrated, multidisciplinary environment driven by collaboration between architects, engineers, technologists, researchers, and industry experts. We focus on building lasting relationships with strategic partners in both the public and private markets.
As an employee-owned firm, we believe that good ideas are welcome from anywhere. Our work straddles seven markets— K-12, Higher Education, Corporate, Commercial, Life Science, Federal Government, and Advanced Technology—with the opportunity to work across a wide range of projects and specialisms. We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth.
SMMA was founded by MIT and Rensselaer alumni who believed that the balance of architecture, engineering, interiors, and site design afforded clients the agility of a single source of creative and technical expertise. Today, we remain dedicated to this flexible, integrated approach. We are guided by a shared pursuit of design excellence, sustainability, and social responsibility.

Company Perks

Employee-owned firm with Employee Stock Ownership Program
Hybrid work-from-home policy
Competitive benefits including paid time-off, company-funded MA Paid Family and Medical Leave, company-paid dental plan, company-paid life insurance, and 401(K) matching
Employee Assistance Program (includes confidential emotional support, legal guidance, and financial resources)
Mentor/protégé program
Educational reimbursement
Licensure and membership reimbursement
“Lunch and Learns” with internal and external speakers

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Sustainable Design Analyst (5 years' experience)