Energy Efficiency Engineer

Resource Innovations

Energy Efficiency Engineer at Resource Innovations working on energy savings measures for clients. Collaborating with stakeholders to implement energy efficiency projects and verify installations at facilities.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeDes Moines • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports implementation of both prescriptive and custom energy efficiency projects.
Completes energy modeling, economic analysis, and/or simulation to quantify energy impacts of recommendations.
Develops project scopes, summarizing implementation details, and/or explaining impacts on operations.
Conducts energy analysis for projects at medium to large commercial and industrial facilities.
Writes technical reports summarizing results from energy assessments.
Conducts measurement and verification (M&V) site visits to establish facility energy usage patterns.
Communicates, coordinates, and assists project stakeholders and participants.
Delivers professional, high-quality services and builds rapport with utility customers.
Completes high-quality deliverables that demonstrate technical excellence, objectivity, and clarity.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position.
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.
Three weeks of paid vacation annually.
Paid holidays.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Medical, dental and vision coverage.
Parental leave.
Employee assistance program.
Commuter benefits.
Additional supplemental offerings.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Energy AnalysisEconomic AnalysisSimulationEnergy Savings OpportunitiesMicrosoft Office Suite

Soft Skills

Oral CommunicationWriting SkillsAnalytical SkillsPlanning and OrganizationSelf-Management

Certifications

P.E.C.E.M.C.B.C.P.C.E.A.