Multifamily Lead Engineer

Resource Innovations; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of paid vacation per year

Job summary

A women-led energy transformation firm is looking for a Lead Engineer to join their team in New Jersey. The successful candidate will lead energy efficiency projects, conduct audits, and serve as a liaison with clients. A bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical or energy engineering is required along with over 5 years of industry experience. The compensation ranges from $90,000 to $130,000 plus benefits, including paid vacation and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy efficiency or building efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Must be able to travel locally up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support implementation of energy management solutions.
• Conduct energy audits and assessments to identify efficiency improvements.
• Serve as a technical liaison to clients and contractors.

Skills

Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems

Project management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Energy modeling software (e.g., DOE-2, EnergyPlus)

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Resource Innovations is seeking a Lead Engineer to join our growing team in New Jersey. Resource Innovations is a women‑led energy transformation firm focused on impact. We build on our expertise in energy efficiency to expand our clean energy portfolio, guiding utilities through complex, connected challenges such as load flexibility, electrification, and carbon reduction.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation of multifamily and commercial & industrial custom and energy management solutions (RCx, MBCx, etc.).
• Conduct energy audits and assessments at multifamily and commercial/industrial facilities to identify, measure and verify energy efficiency improvements across systems such as HVAC, lighting, compressed air, refrigeration, process heating, and motors.
• Serve as a technical liaison to utility clients, program administrators, contractors and end customers to maximize program benefits and energy savings.
• Identify barriers to energy‑efficiency adoption and propose innovative solutions to overcome them.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with clients through professional, high‑quality interactions and service delivery.
• Manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring deliverables meet technical excellence and client requirements.
• Develop energy‑efficiency project scopes and perform technical analysis, including energy modeling and economic simulations, to quantify savings and impacts using spreadsheets and energy‑modeling software.
• Prepare high‑quality technical reports summarizing findings, project economics (e.g., energy savings, cost savings, payback periods) and potential incentive opportunities.
• Conduct measurement and verification activities, including on‑site visits to gather data, perform functional performance tests and verify project installations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, energy engineering or a related field.
• MUST RESIDE IN THE STATE OF NJ.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and principals including HVAC and refrigeration, thermal and fluid systems, motors, lighting and other commercial/industrial systems.
• 5+ years of experience within the energy efficiency or building efficiency industry.
• 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.
• Must be able to travel locally up to approximately 25% of the time.
• Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.

Preferred Skills, Education and Experience

• P.E. and CEM certification.
• Previous relevant experience with multifamily and C&I.
• Experience managing multiple projects/programs, budgets, deliverables and client relations.
• Design and specification of HVAC, electrical, building automation/controls.
• Building and energy modeling/simulation tools (e.g., DOE‑2, eQuest, EnergyPlus, Trane Trace, ECAM).
• Familiarity with energy savings opportunities for building energy using systems (lighting, HVAC, compressed air, refrigeration, process heating and cooling, etc.).
• Commissioning and/or retro‑commissioning test procedures, schematic diagrams and system specifications.
• Familiarity with relevant energy efficiency codes and standards (e.g., IECC, Code of Federal Regulations, ASHRAE 90.1, etc).
• A master’s degree preferably in Mechanical, Energy or related engineering field of study.

Benefits

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 constantly expand our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the charge to power change.

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 $90,000 – $130,000. In addition to base pay, employees are 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.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes three weeks of paid vacation per year; paid holidays; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching; health, dental and vision insurance; and other supplemental benefits.

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.

The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industries

Utilities