Energy Efficiency Engineer

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

Job summary

Resource Innovations is seeking an Energy Efficiency Engineer to join our team in Des Moines, IA. The role focuses on reducing energy consumption and saving money for facilities by identifying energy savings measures, quantifying project economics, supporting implementation, and verifying installation.

The ideal candidate has a BS/MS in Mechanical or Energy engineering with 2–4 years of project experience in energy efficiency, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Mechanical, Energy, or a related engineering field.
• 2–4 years of project experience in energy efficiency.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work with technical staff.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license with a good driving record and access to a personal vehicle.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Interest in sustainability and meaningful environmental impact.
• Willingness to travel locally up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Supports implementation of prescriptive and custom energy efficiency projects, including energy modeling, economic analyses, and project scoping.
• Conducts energy analysis for medium to large facilities to identify and recommend efficiency improvements across building systems.
• Writes technical reports quantifying project economics (energy savings, cost, incentives, simple payback).
• Performs measurement and verification site visits to establish usage patterns and verify installations.
• Coordinates with program staff, contractors, and utility customers to maximize program benefits.
• Delivers high-quality services and builds rapport with utility customers.
• Prepares deliverables that show technical excellence and maintain budgets/schedules.
• Travels locally up to 20% for job needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Energy efficiency knowledge

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Energy Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Energy modeling software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Resource Innovations is seeking an Energy Efficiency Engineer to join our growing team in Des Moines, IA.

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated engineer with a strong background in energy efficiency to 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.

At Resource Innovations, we strive to make a positive difference in the world through energy efficiency. We also believe in doing the right thing, getting it right, and finding new and better ways of doing things. If you want to make a difference, value integrity, and provide quality service beyond expectations, we want to hear from you.

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 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 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, 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 a similar Engineering discipline.
• 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 is 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 passion for making a meaningful impact on the environment.
• Ability to travel locally up to 20% as needed.

Preferred Skills, Education & 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 experience 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 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 is $60,000‑$90,000. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, education and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. The package 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women‑led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we are constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we are leading the charge to power change.