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The Role
Develop and integrate building energy simulation tools and workflows using EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, Modelica, and UrbanOpt. Build custom OpenStudio Measures, contribute to open-source projects, support scalable simulation platform development, and collaborate with AI/ML teams on building physics, HVAC, energy modeling, optimization, controls, and co-simulation. Mentor junior developers and participate in research involving building and community energy systems.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are looking for a highly motivated Energy Simulation Developer to join our BuildingsAI team and contribute to the development of next-generation building energy modeling and simulation applications. The role focuses on extending and integrating open-source building simulation tools such as EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, Modelica, and UrbanOpt into an AI-driven platform for advanced building performance analysis and optimization.
The ideal candidate should have strong fundamentals in thermal sciences and building energy systems, along with programming and simulation experience. Candidates with an M.Tech/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, or related fields are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop custom OpenStudio Measures and workflows for advanced building energy simulation applications
- Contribute to OpenStudio and related open-source projects by implementing new features and enhancements
- Support the Product Development (PD) team in designing scalable simulation workflows for the BuildingsAI platform
- Work closely with the AI/ML team as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in building physics, HVAC systems, and energy modeling
- Mentor application engineers and junior developers on building simulation tools and best practices
- Integrate simulation and analysis tools such as:
- EnergyPlus
- Modelica
- UrbanOpt
- Other open-source energy modeling frameworks
- Develop workflows that provide a competitive edge over conventional building simulation software vendors
- Participate in research and development activities involving modeling, simulation, optimization, and controls for buildings and community energy systems.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
M.Tech/MS (preferred) in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Building Science
- Energy Engineering
- or related disciplines
Strong background in:
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer
- Thermodynamics
- Building Energy Systems
- Community Energy Systems
- Control Systems
Programming experience in one or more of the following:
- Python
- Ruby
- C/C++
- Matlab
- Modelica
Experience with engineering simulation software such as:
- EnergyPlus
- OpenStudio
- TRNSYS
- FLUENT
- Modelica-based tools
Good English verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Ability and willingness to quickly learn new technologies and research areas
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous research experience in modeling and simulation
- Experience contributing to open-source software projects
- Peer-reviewed publications or demonstrated research outcomes
- Familiarity with AI-assisted engineering workflows
- Experience with building controls, optimization, or co-simulation frameworks
- Exposure to cloud/HPC workflows for simulation automation is a plus
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking candidates who are passionate about building performance simulation, open-source development, and applying AI to real-world energy and sustainability challenges. The role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of building science, software engineering, and artificial intelligence.
Candidates who enjoy solving complex engineering problems and building impactful tools for the future of sustainable buildings are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and fast-paced engineering IT organization.
- Be part of a company that is passionate about transforming product development with technology.
Skills Required
- M.Tech or MS preferred in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Energy Engineering, or a related discipline
- Strong background in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, building energy systems, community energy systems, and control systems
- Programming experience in Python, Ruby, C/C++, MATLAB, or Modelica
- Experience with engineering simulation software such as EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, TRNSYS, FLUENT, or Modelica-based tools
- Good English verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability and willingness to quickly learn new technologies and research areas
- Previous research experience in modeling and simulation
- Experience contributing to open-source software projects
- Peer-reviewed publications or demonstrated research outcomes
- Familiarity with AI-assisted engineering workflows
- Experience with building controls, optimization, or co-simulation frameworks
- Exposure to cloud or HPC workflows for simulation automation
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The Company
What We Do
CCTech, the Centre for Computational Technologies, is a digital transformation company developing CAD, CFD, artificial intelligence, machine learning, 3D web, augmented reality, digital twin, and enterprise applications. Its product division includes simulationHub, a cloud-based CFD platform, while its consulting division helps engineering organizations with computational engineering, CAD/CFD software development, digital transformation, and related technology services.
