Energy Efficiency Engineer

Buoyant; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks of paid vacation annually

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Buoyant is seeking an Energy Efficiency Engineer to join our growing team in Des Moines, IA. This role involves supporting energy efficiency projects, conducting energy analyses, and writing technical reports.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical or Energy Engineering, project experience, and strong communication skills. Competitive salary range is $60,000-$90,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, retirement plan, and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work with technical staff.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a personal vehicle for site visits.
• Interest in sustainability and making a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Support energy efficiency projects including energy modeling and economic analysis.
• Conduct energy analysis for medium to large facilities.
• Write technical reports summarizing project economics.
• Perform measurement and verification site visits.
• Assist project stakeholders to maximize utility program benefits.

Skills

Project experience in energy efficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Planning and organization

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BS or MS degree in Mechanical, Energy or similar Engineering

Job description

Resource Innovations is seeking an Energy Efficiency Engineer to join our growing team in Des Moines, IA. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Energy Efficiency Engineer with a strong background in Energy Efficiency to join our dynamic team. As an Energy Efficiency Engineer with Resource Innovations, you will help customers reduce energy consumption and save money at their facilities by identifying potential energy savings measures, quantifying and summarizing project economics, supporting project implementation, and verifying installation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports implementation of both prescriptive and custom energy efficiency projects, which may include completing energy modeling, economic analysis, and/or simulation to quantify energy impacts of recommendations (using spreadsheets and/or energy modeling software), developing project scopes, summarizing implementation details, and/or explaining impacts on operations.
• Conducts energy analysis for projects at medium to large commercial and industrial facilities to identify and recommend energy efficiency improvements in a variety of facility energy using systems (lighting, HVAC, compressed air, refrigeration, process heating, plastic molding or forming, motors, boilers, pumping, food processing, etc.).
• Writes technical reports summarizing results from energy assessments to quantify project economics (energy savings, cost savings, project cost, potential incentive, simple payback, etc.).
• Conducts measurement and verification (M&V) site visits to establish facility energy usage patterns, identify potential energy savings opportunities, and verify installation of energy savings projects. These tasks may include installing field monitoring equipment / data loggers, collecting BAS trend data, completing functional performance tests, obtaining BAS screenshots and equipment photos, and discussing project implementation with the customer and contractor.
• Communicates, coordinates, and assists project stakeholders and participants including program staff, contractors, and utility customers to help ensure customers are maximizing the benefits of utility programs.
• Delivers professional, high-quality services and builds a quick rapport with utility customers.
• Completes high-quality deliverables that demonstrate technical excellence, objectivity, and clarity while maintaining project budgets and schedules.
• Travel locally up to 20% for the needs of the job.
• Other projects or duties assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• BS or MS degree, preferably in Mechanical, Energy, or similar Engineering.
• At least 2-4 years of project experience or similar within the energy efficiency industry.
• Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects and work with technical staff.
• Strong proficiency with oral communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• Planning, organization, time, and self-management in a professional environment a must.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license with a good driving record and a personal vehicle to visit customer sites.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.
• Ability to travel locally up to 20% as needed.

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• Understanding of energy savings opportunities for building energy using systems (lighting, HVAC, compressed air, refrigeration, process heating and cooling, etc.)
• Familiarity with relevant energy efficiency codes and standards (e.g., IECC, Code of Federal Regulations, ASHRAE 90.1, etc.)
• Previous relevant experience with success at managing multiple projects/programs, budgets, deliverables, and client relations.
• On-track or desire to obtain one or more of the following certifications: P.E., C.E.M., C.B.C.P. (or similar), or C.E.A.

Compensation & Benefits

Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $60,000-$90,000. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location.

At Resource Innovations, we believe supporting our people is essential to delivering impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. This includes three weeks of paid vacation annually, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and additional supplemental offerings.

Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre‑employment drug screen may also be required.

Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.