energy-analyst/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — energy analyst

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 17-2199.03 (Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar).

Task statements

• [Core] Perform energy modeling, measurement, verification, commissioning, or retro-commissioning.
• [Core] Inspect or monitor energy systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or daylighting systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings.
• [Core] Manage the development, design, or construction of energy conservation projects to ensure acceptability of budgets and time lines, conformance to federal and state laws, or adherence to approved specifications.
• [Core] Monitor and analyze energy consumption.
• [Core] Promote awareness or use of alternative or renewable energy sources.
• [Core] Analyze, interpret, or create graphical representations of energy data, using engineering software.
• [Core] Review or negotiate energy purchase agreements.
• [Core] Train personnel or clients on topics such as energy management.
• [Core] Write or install energy management routines for building automation systems.
• [Core] Identify and recommend energy savings strategies to achieve more energy-efficient operation.
• [Core] Conduct energy audits to evaluate energy use and to identify conservation and cost reduction measures.
• [Core] Monitor energy related design or construction issues, such as energy engineering, energy management, or sustainable design.
• [Core] Advise clients or colleagues on topics such as climate control systems, energy modeling, data logging, sustainable design, or energy auditing.
• [Core] Verify energy bills and meter readings.
• [Core] Collect data for energy conservation analyses, using jobsite observation, field inspections, or sub-metering.
• [Core] Review architectural, mechanical, or electrical plans or specifications to evaluate energy efficiency.
• [Core] Prepare energy-related project reports or related documentation.
• [Core] Direct the implementation of energy management projects.
• [Core] Research renewable or alternative energy systems or technologies, such as solar thermal or photovoltaic energy.
• [Core] Recommend best fuel for specific sites or circumstances.
• [Supplemental] Consult with construction or renovation clients or other engineers on topics such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) or Green Buildings.

Detailed work activities

• Advise others regarding green practices or environmental concerns.
• Analyze energy usage data.
• Create models of engineering designs or methods.
• Direct energy production or management activities.
• Evaluate plans or specifications to determine technological or environmental implications.
• Inspect equipment or systems.
• Monitor industrial energy consumption or management.
• Operate computer systems.
• Perform marketing activities.
• Prepare technical or operational reports.
• Purchase materials, equipment, or other resources.
• Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
• Research design or application of green technologies.
• Research energy production, use, or conservation.
• Train personnel on proper operational procedures.