RSCH AND DEV ENGR 2 (Research And Development Engineer) Job Listing at University of California in Davis, CA (Job ID 70115)

Description

Department Description

The UC Davis Western Cooling Efficiency Center (WCEC) works on energy efficiency technology research and transfer related to heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC). Through partnerships with industry and utilities, the WCEC participates in the research and development of new technologies, disseminates information, and implement programs that reduce HVAC system electrical demand and energy consumption in the Western United States. Further information can be found here: http://wcec.ucdavis.edu/. 

Job Summary

Under direction of senior Western Cooling Efficiency Center (WCEC) researchers, the Research and Development Engineer will be a member of the WCEC research team. Assist senior researchers in designing, conducting, completing, and writing reports on funded projects either directly or using students and/or assistance from other WCEC staff. Develop expertise relative to equipment performance simulation; develop expertise relative to laboratory and field experimentation; assist in producing proposals or presentations for funding agencies; participate in relevant conferences; and author technical and outreach documents. Provide support to senior WCEC staff in the production of required reports that document project results (technical and financial) to project sponsors and develop project materials to inform project sponsors and HVAC industry professionals about research results on the WCEC website and in the WCEC Newsletter.

Position Information

Apply by Date                      

06/24/2025

Salary Range                        

$72,300.00 – $131,00.00 /annual 

Appointment Type                   

Contract

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time                 

100%

Shift Hours                               

Manager will advise

Location                                   

Davis, Ca

Union Representation              

No

Benefits Eligible                       

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends, usually on short notice.
• Occasional overnight travel to field sites primarily in California.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience and education related to mechanical engineering or HVAC fields.
• Experience making engineering judgments to plan, execute, and document building energy efficiency research projects.
• Experience with general construction and experimental equipment such as power tools,
  HVAC equipment, instrumentation, data loggers.
• Experience in building energy efficiency and related research programs and project analysis.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Expertise in a range of engineering-related tools and applications including MatLab/Python, EnergyPlus, Labview, Excel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical individuals to manage, research, secure, and/or provide information to clarify situations, resolve problems and make public presentations.
• Skill to interpret, and apply federal/state/university rules, regulations, and policies to specific projects issues

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. 

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. 

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.