Energy Auditor

Overview

Handshake is looking for building energy and auditing professionals to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with building energy modeling, energy auditing, and performance benchmarking to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand building energy workflows and practices.

This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity that can be done alongside research, teaching, postdoctoral work, or industry employment.

Details

This project involves independently producing expert-level analytical work and data outputs using the tools and workflows from your professional practice. You will be asked to complete real work tasks — such as building price forecast models or developing PPA documentation — in a structured, project-based format.

Fully remote with a flexible, asynchronous schedule and no minimum hour requirement; most contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when participating in an active project.

Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available.

Qualifications

At least 2 years of professional experience in building energy management, auditing, or modeling, in roles such as:

Energy Auditor or Building Energy Modeler

HVAC Energy Engineer or Commissioning Engineer

LEED Energy Modeler or ENERGY STAR Specialist

Or equivalent roles in the building energy or sustainability sector

Hands-on experience with one or more of the following tools:

EPA Portfolio Manager

eQUEST

Strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and asynchronously.

Work authorization information

F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility.  If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school’s requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.