Typical Engineering Positions
Design
- Design of heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, plumbing and electrical systems for commercial, residential, and industrial buildings.
- Moisture and pollutant concentration control in new and existing buildings and facilities.
- Green building professionals.
Analysis
- Analysis of environmental and structural (building envelope) systems that affect the energy consumption of buildings.
- Life-cycle cost analysis of different energy-saving measures in buildings.
- Comparison of ventilation alternatives to maximize occupant health and productivity and minimize energy use.
Field and/or Laboratory measurements
- Testing of different systems and methods for control of building environments.
- Inspection and condition assessment of electric, fire protection, air quality, and moisture failures and control systems.
Research
- Assessment of novel strategies and building materials that reduce energy consumption, pollutant concentration, and noise level in buildings.
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