Staff Analytics Engineer - Energy & Building Systems
R-Zero · West Coast
Posted 15 days ago · $165,000 - $185,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 15 days R-Zero's roles stay open a median of 16 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of R-Zero's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at R-Zero
- moderate 1 stale, 0 reposted of 3 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-29
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from R-Zero's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for R-Zero.
About this role
The Staff Analytics Engineer at R-Zero will focus on driving the technical pre-sales process for their Physical AI solution, which involves occupancy sensors aimed at reducing HVAC energy consumption in commercial buildings. This role requires strong communication skills to engage with customers, lead technical discovery calls, and translate complex HVAC and building management system details into compelling business value narratives. Additionally, the engineer will develop technical scopes of work, conduct site surveys, and support the implementation process, ensuring alignment between customer expectations and project execution.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of R-Zero as an employer.
What you need
- 3+ years in a Solutions Engineering or Sales Engineering role with demonstrated success leading technical discovery, delivering pitches and demos, and supporting enterprise sales cycles with multiple stakeholders
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in HVAC system design, BMS/controls engineering, mechanical engineering, energy engineering, or building automation
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems (AHUs, VAV, terminal units), BMS/BAS architectures, controls integration, and ventilation strategies
- Experience working with internal AI/LLM-based qualification or scoping tools
- Familiarity with ASHRAE 62.1, Title 24, and demand-controlled ventilation (DCV) approaches
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
- Background working at an MEP consultancy, energy consultancy, cleantech or HVAC technology company, and/or early-stage startup
- Hands-on experience with BACnet integrations and Niagara/Tridium supervisors
- Exposure to DCV, IAQ, or smart building product categories
- Industry credentials such as CEM, CBCP or CCP, CEA, and PE
- Familiarity with energy modeling tools and M&V frameworks (IPMVP)
What you get
- Generous time-off policies and paid holidays
- Competitive total compensation with equity
- Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) program starting on day one
- Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Monthly stipend to support home internet and cell phone for work purposes
- Budget for WFH equipment
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work flexibility outside of the hybrid model for the SF Bay Area
- The role is described as startup-like, which may involve ambiguity and evolving responsibilities
- Travel requirements include up to 25% for site surveys and key customer meetings, which may impact work-life balance
Summarised from R-Zero's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by R-Zero on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.