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Energy Project Engineer

Resource Innovations
Resource Innovations Salary
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 2/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Resource Innovations is seeking an Energy Project Engineer to join our growing team in the Portland, OR region. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engineer with a strong background in Energy Audits & Building Mechanical Systems to join our dynamic team.

Asan Energy Project Engineer you will be responsible for technical engineering support for Resource Innovations' Utility Solution Delivery Team operating within the commercial, and multifamily customer segments. Specific responsibilities will include determining energy efficiency program eligibility, analyzing data to identify and quantify energy savings opportunities, performing building energy modeling, and helping customers understand their energy use and savings potential. This individual will be responsible for providing customers the support and tools necessary to identify, quantify and deliver cost-effective energy-efficiency projects. This will be achieved by, acquiring building or facility level data collection, analysis, modeling and / or calculations, measurement and verification (M&V), and performing ASHRAE level II energy audits. Additional tasks may include reviewing and scoring grant applications, conducting inspections of EV or renewable energy grant recipient projects. This individual will be responsible for coordinating with customers, market actors, contractors, clients, and internal team members to achieve objectives and maintain excellent customer satisfaction.

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 empower change.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conducts data collection efforts as well as data analysis
  • Assist in the development and updates to custom measure calculators
  • Lead and support technical report writing, contribute to draft reports, including results and actionable recommendations.
  • Approximately 20-40% of time dedicated to field work. Most travel will be within the state of Oregon via vehicle with a limited number of overnight trips
  • Deliver excellent customer service to customers (commercial, multifamily), utility clients, partners, market actors, and internal team members
  • Perform energy audits at commercial existing building facilities to identify, measure, and verify energy efficiency measures and transportation electrification opportunities
  • Be a champion for energy efficiency (projects and the approach) : identify barriers and propose solutions
  • Provide timely technical and program feedback, listen to customer needs, and set expectations appropriately
  • Produce high quality deliverables (reports and excel spreadsheets) and provide quality control support to other team members
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • 3 years of experience in an energy-related field, preferably in a consulting environment
  • Energy audit / assessments, analysis of energy data, and / or measurement and verification experience
  • EIT, C.E.M., or LEED AP® certification (or on track to receive) is desirable
  • A strong understanding of building systems, specifically mechanical and electrical systems and principals including HVAC and refrigeration, thermal and fluid systems, motors, controls, heat pump technologies, electric vehicle supply equipment, and lighting systems
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects while meeting deliverable deadlines and budgets
  • Willingness to work from home / remote, or hybrid and coming into the Portland office occasionally
  • Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.
  • Preferred skills, education and experience

  • Design and specification of HVAC, electrical, building automation / controls
  • Commissioning and / or retro-commissioning test procedures, schematic diagrams, and system specifications
  • Energy Modeling experience, ideally with eQUEST, EnergyPlus (via OpenStudio, DesignBuilder, etc. front ends)
  • But also experience with Trane Trace 3D Plus, Carrier HAP, IESVE or other similar software is sufficient
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. mechanical engineering, renewable energy engineering, environmental science with a focus on energy efficiency / energy management, or closely related subject)
  • 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 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.

    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.

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