Metering and Facility Performance Engineering Analyst

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Pay Range
$124,200 - $157,464 Annually for the TSS.2 Level
$148,920 - $188,880 Annually for the TSS.3 Level
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We have an opening for a Metering and Facility Performance Engineering Analyst. You will provide critical technical insight for operational, preventive, and corrective maintenance activities while overseeing our comprehensive energy and water metering program. You will troubleshoot complex systems, develop efficiency reporting, and maintain moderately complex status reporting to drive efficiency improvements across our facilities. This position is in the Infrastructure Maintenance Utilities Department (IMUD) and will provide support to the Resilience and Efficiency Office (REO), and may require work at Site 300 in Tracy, California.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will

• Oversee and maintain the electric, natural gas, and water metering program for the entire Livermore campus and Site 300.
• Gather and analyze energy and water metering data to prepare monthly balance reports that track consumption patterns and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Develop and implement energy management programs, including setting goals, creating policies and procedures, and overseeing energy-saving initiatives. Stay informed on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in energy and water management.
• Acquire working knowledge of internal and external software required for effective data gathering, analysis, and reporting.
• Support engineering staff in troubleshooting metering schemes and implementing necessary repairs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with facilities staff, systems engineers, designers, contractors, and enterprise infrastructure services to implement energy and water conservation solutions.
• Create and maintain a map of building meters and identify gaps for submetering opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at TSS.3 Level

• Provide advanced insight to outside contractors to troubleshoot and resolve complex metering schemes.
• Serve as the technical resource for daily operations and organizational policies and procedures. Research and implement new metering software and hardware as needed.
• Lead preventive, corrective, and deferred maintenance on metering related projects.
• Provide input to Master Equipment List (MEL) and Condition Assessment with IMUD Systems Engineers and Supervisors.

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship).
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, evaluate, and interpret data.
• Working knowledge of metering schemes, maintenance, and operation of mechanical utilities systems.
• Understanding of building systems, HVAC, lighting, and other energy-related technologies.
• Experience with energy management software and energy management systems, with strong computer skills using spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Experience in an operating facility, maintenance, project management, or construction environment.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills to address moderately complex problems.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical or operational information and provide advice to management, regulators, reviewers, and personnel of all levels.

Additional qualifications at TSS.3 Level

• Advanced experience gathering and interpreting metering data (energy savings, life cycle analysis, project tracking, maintenance).
• Advanced knowledge of complex metering schemes and mechanical utilities operations.
• Experience conducting energy audits to evaluate facility energy use and identify areas for improvement.
• Advanced knowledge troubleshooting meter communications to facilitate repairs, upgrades, and implementation of new technologies.

Qualifications We Desire

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification or successful completion of coursework and exam to become a CEM or CEM in Training.
• Experience with Itron MV90xi and Energy Hippo EEM Suites meter data management software.
• Significant experience with MS Office suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools (GIS, Python).
• Project management qualifications, including experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar software.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes, energy standards, and regulations including experience and/or knowledge of DOE metering standards and requirements.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Site 300

Site 300 is an experimental test site operated by LLNL.  Situated on 7,000 acres in rural foothills approximately six miles southwest of downtown Tracy and 15 miles southeast of Livermore, Site 300 hosts approximately 200 employees with expertise in such fields as engineering, chemistry, biology, and environmental restoration. Employees assigned to work at Site 300 may be exposed to the organism that causes San Joaquin Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis).

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

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If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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