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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located in beautiful Golden, Colorado, is a leader in the U.S. Department of Energy's effort to secure an energy future for the nation that is environmentally and economically sustainable. Our mission is to develop renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advance related science and engineering and transfer knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals.
Job/Research Summary
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. Design novel approaches for systems and infrastructure analysis. Deliver quality products that synthesize the inputs of team members, researchers, market players, and other analysts. Innovate new methods, tools, and approaches that enable greater understanding of geothermal systems.
Job Duties
Combines broad, in-depth knowledge of chemical and/or mechanical engineering with an emphasis on process, heat transfer, and fluids engineering with strong economic analysis capabilities. Performs engineering/economic analyses of geothermal systems and electric transmission in cooperation with research community to gather and understand field data. Documents work in detailed technical memos and internal milestone reports; publishes and presents key results in peer-reviewed journals and at regional, national, and international scientific meetings and conferences. Maintains exemplary attention to environmental, safety, and health issues. Supports the development of annual operating plans and assists with strategic planning efforts.
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Requirements |
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Degree in science and/or engineering, or equivalent relevant education/experience. 6 years of relevant R&D experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Multidisciplinary research exposure to both chemical and mechanical engineering systems, especially those related to the development of cost-effective geothermal systems for utility-scale applications. Familiarity with 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.
Pre-employment drug testing required.
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