Energy Engineer

Resource Innovationsis seeking an Energy Engineerto join our growing team in Chicago, IL.We are seeking a mission driven, career minded, highly skilled and motivated Energy Engineer with a strong background in engineering and a passion for energy efficiency. The Energy Engineer will work with customers to implement energy-saving projects (e.G., upgrades to the facility’s lighting, HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, and/or process equipment systems) by quantifying and summarizing project savings, supporting project execution, and verifying installation. This role will support our work with energy efficiency programs in Northern Illinois.
Resource Innovations (RI) is awomen-ledenergy transformation firmfocused onimpact. Building on ourexpertisein energy efficiency,we'reconstantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step,we'releading the charge to power change.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Support energy efficiency program design activities related to expansion of existing programs and development of new programs
Identifying and quantifying energy efficiency measures
Assist contractors and customers to select appropriate energy efficiency equipment that would qualify for equipment rebates from the utility
Maintain the highest level of quality control for deliverables, demonstrating technical excellence, objectivity, and clarity while maintaining and advancing projects
Mentor and train junior engineers on various energy efficiency fundamentals and technologies
Establish and maintain a professional client rapport, including identifying and anticipating client needs and proposing solutions.
Conduct site visits to verify installation and operation of replacement energy efficient equipment
Support measurement and verification tasks including the installations of field monitoring equipment to establish energy usage patterns
Solicit feedback, advocate change, and implement solutions
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering related field of study (mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering preferred)
A strong understanding of electric energy using systems of commercial and industrial facilities including equipment controls and optimization and/or sustainability practices
Experience calculating energy savings for commercial HVAC and/or industrial process energy efficiency improvements
Familiarity with relevant energy efficiency codes and standards (e.G. ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, Code of Federal Regulations etc.)
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check and have a personal vehicle to visit customer sites
Preferred Skills, Education and Experience:
2+years of experience within the energy efficiency or building efficiency industry
A master's degree in an engineering related field of study (mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering preferred)
P.E., C.E.M., and/or LEED AP BD+C® certification (or on track to receive) is highly desirable
Design and specification of HVAC, electrical, or building automation/controls
Building and energy modeling/simulation tools (e.G. eQUEST, EnergyPro)
Industrial systems such as compressed air, refrigeration, process cooling
Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment
Benefits
Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on candidate's qualifications. Resource Innovations also offers three weeks paid vacation per year, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with employee matching funds, a discretionary bonus and an overall comprehensive benefits package.
About Resource Innovations
Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energytransformation firm focused on impact. Building onour expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantlyexpanding our portfolio of clean energy solutionsto guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification.Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leadingthe charge to power change.
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.
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.