Multifamily Project Engineer

Resource Innovations is seeking a Multifamily Project Engineer to join our growing team in Indiana. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engineer with a strong background in multifamily and commercial custom and energy management DSM program engineering to join our dynamic team. Experience in government services or contracts is also desired. 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.

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. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation of multifamily and commercial custom energy efficiency projects.
• Conduct energy audits and assessments at multifamily and commercial buildings to identify, measure, and verify energy efficiency improvements across systems such as HVAC, lighting, compressed air, and motors.
• Conduct technical energy modeling and analysis using provided tools and within program requirements. 
• 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 (M&V) activities, including on-site visits to gather data, perform functional performance tests, and verify project installations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, energy 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
• 4+ 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
• 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.
• Must be US Citizen and Indiana resident

Preferred skills, education and experience

• P.E. and CEM certification, or on-track
• Previous relevant experience with multifamily and commercial buildings
• Previous relevant experience with success at 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)
• Familiar 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).
• Masters degree preferably in Mechanical, Energy or related engineering field of study
• Prefer experience developing and reviewing ASHRAE Level 2 Reports

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 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. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the 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.

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.