Lead Energy Efficiency Engineer

Buoyant; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Three weeks of paid vacation annually

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

A women-led energy transformation firm is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide customer support for energy efficiency projects. This role involves conducting energy audits, developing technical analyses, and delivering high-quality customer service. Candidates should have a degree in mechanical engineering and at least 5 years of industry experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $80k - $90k and various employee benefits including paid vacation, 401(k), and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Comfortable managing projects with variable levels of ambiguity.
• Interest in sustainability and a passion for making an impact.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Perform energy audits and retro-commissioning studies.
• Develop and maintain technical analysis for energy efficiency measures.

Skills

Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems

5+ years of experience in energy efficiency

Excellent writing, interpersonal skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

DOE-2

EnergyPlus

Job description

Lead Engineer

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women‑led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges.

As a Lead Engineer you will be responsible for providing customers the support and tools necessary to identify, quantify, and deliver cost‑effective energy‑efficiency projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service to customers (commercial and industrial customers, utility clients, and program staff)
• Perform energy audits and retro‑commissioning studies at customer facilities to identify, measure, and verify energy efficiency measures.
• Develop and maintain technical analysis/calculators for energy efficiency measures
• Provide timely technical and program feedback, listen to customer needs, set expectations appropriately, and deliver what you promise
• Be a champion for energy efficiency (projects and the approach): identify barriers and propose solutions
• Support RI’s utility programs under the direction of the Office Head or Program Manager to achieve program energy savings goals
• Produce high‑quality deliverables (reports and spreadsheets) with limited QC review
• Forge and maintain excellent relationship with client
• Solicit feedback, advocate change, and implement solutions
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, or similar
• A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and principals including: HVAC and refrigeration, thermal and fluid systems, motors, lighting and/or other commercial and industrial systems
• 5+ years of experience within the energy efficiency or building efficiency industry highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects while meeting deliverable deadlines and budgets
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, presentation, and analytical skills
• Ability to effectively distill and convey complex ideas into concise conversation/emails
• Comfortable managing projects and workflows with variable levels of ambiguity
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel
• Located in or near Des Moines, IA, or open to relocation
• Must be able to travel locally up to approximately 20% of the time
• Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.

Preferred Skills, Education and Experience

• P.E. in mechanical engineering and CEM certification
• Design and specification of HVAC, electrical, building automation/controls
• Commissioning and/or retro‑commissioning test procedures, schematic diagrams, and system specifications
• Building and energy modeling/simulation tools (e.g. DOE‑2, eQuest, EnergyPlus, Trane Trace, ECAM)

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women‑led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

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 $80 - 90k. 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.