Energy Project Engineer

Summary

Join Resource Innovations' growing team in Portland, OR as an Energy Project Engineer. You will provide technical engineering support to the Utility Solution Delivery Team, focusing on commercial and multifamily customers. Key responsibilities include determining energy efficiency program eligibility, analyzing data to identify energy savings, performing building energy modeling, and assisting customers in understanding their energy use. You will also conduct energy audits, collect and analyze data, and prepare technical reports. The role involves approximately 20-40% fieldwork within Oregon. Success requires strong customer service skills and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Resource Innovations offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

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
• 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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)
• EIT, C.E.M., or LEED AP® certification (or on track to receive) is desirable

Benefits

• Three weeks paid vacation per year
• Paid holidays
• A 401(k) plan with employee matching funds
• A discretionary bonus
• An overall comprehensive benefits package