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Resource Innovations is seeking an Energy Efficiency Engineer to join our team growing team in Southern California. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Energy Efficiency Engineer with a strong background in Utility Engineering to join our dynamic team. As an Energy Efficiency Engineer, you will help customers reduce energy consumption and save money at their facilities by identifying potential energy savings measures, quantifying and summarizing project economics, supporting project implementation, and verifying installation.
At Resource Innovations, we strive to make a positive difference in the world through energy efficiency. We also believe in doing the right thing, getting it right, and finding new and better ways of doing things. If you want to make a difference, value integrity, and provide quality service beyond expectations, we want to hear from you.
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.
Responsibilities:
- Supports implementation of both prescriptive and custom energy efficiency projects. Support may include completing energy modeling, economic analysis, and/or simulation to quantify energy impacts of recommendations (using spreadsheets and/or energy modeling software), developing project scopes, summarizing implementation details, and/or explaining impacts on operations.
- Conducts energy analysis for projects at medium to large commercial (high-tech, biotech, labs, healthcare etc.) facilities to identify and recommend energy efficiency improvements in a variety of facility energy using systems (lighting, HVAC, compressed air, refrigeration, process heating, motors, central plant, boiler plant, pumping etc.)
- Writes technical reports summarizing results from energy assessments to quantify project economics (energy savings, cost savings, project cost, potential incentive, simple payback, etc.)
- Conducts measurement and verification (M&V) site visits to establish facility energy usage patterns, identify potential energy savings opportunities, and verify installation of energy savings projects. M&V tasks may include installing field monitoring equipment / data loggers, collecting BAS trend data, completing functional performance tests, obtaining BAS screenshots and equipment photos, and discussing project implementation with the customer and contractor.
- Communicates, coordinates, and assists project stakeholders and participants including program staff, contractors, and utility customers to help ensure customers are maximizing the benefits of utility programs.
- Delivers professional, high-quality services and builds a quick rapport with utility customers.
- Completes high-quality deliverables that demonstrate technical excellence, objectivity, and clarity while maintaining project budgets and schedules.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Mechanical, Energy, Electrical, or related engineering field of study.
Previous project engineering experience or similar within the energy efficiency industry in California.
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license with a good driving record and a personal vehicle to visit customer sites.
Must be able and willing to travel locally up to 20%.
Strong proficiency with oral communication, writing, and analytical skills. Planning, coordinating, organization, and self-management in a professional environment a must.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.
Preferred:
- An 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., Title 24, Title 20, ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 14 Guidelines, ASHRAR Guideline 36, IECC, Code of Federal Regulations, etc.)
- Previous relevant experience with success at managing multiple projects/programs, deliverables, and client relations.
- A Master's degree preferably in Mechanical, Energy or related engineering field of study.
- 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.
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.
Compensation & Benefits
Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is: $60,600.00-$100,000.00.
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location.
At Resource Innovations, we believe supporting our people is essential to delivering impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and additional supplemental offerings.
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.
Description:
Resource Innovations is seeking an Energy Efficiency Engineer to join our team growing team in Southern California. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Energy Efficiency Engineer with a strong background in Utility Engineering to join our dynamic team. As an Energy Efficiency Engineer, you will help customers reduce energy consumption and save money at their facilities by identifying potential energy savings measures, quantifying and summarizing project economics, supporting project implementation, and verifying installation.
At Resource Innovations, we strive to make a positive difference in the world through energy efficiency. We also believe in doing the right thing, getting it right, and finding new and better ways of doing things. If you want to make a difference, value integrity, and provide quality service beyond expectations, we want to hear from you.
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.
Responsibilities:
- Supports implementation of both prescriptive and custom energy efficiency projects. Support may include completing energy modeling, economic analysis, and/or simulation to quantify energy impacts of recommendations (using spreadsheets and/or energy modeling software), developing project scopes, summarizing implementation details, and/or explaining impacts on operations.
- Conducts energy analysis for projects at medium to large commercial (high-tech, biotech, labs, healthcare etc.) facilities to identify and recommend energy efficiency improvements in a variety of facility energy using systems (lighting, HVAC, compressed air, refrigeration, process heating, motors, central plant, boiler plant, pumping etc.)
- Writes technical reports summarizing results from energy assessments to quantify project economics (energy savings, cost savings, project cost, potential incentive, simple payback, etc.)
- Conducts measurement and verification (M&V) site visits to establish facility energy usage patterns, identify potential energy savings opportunities, and verify installation of energy savings projects. M&V tasks may include installing field monitoring equipment / data loggers, collecting BAS trend data, completing functional performance tests, obtaining BAS screenshots and equipment photos, and discussing project implementation with the customer and contractor.
- Communicates, coordinates, and assists project stakeholders and participants including program staff, contractors, and utility customers to help ensure customers are maximizing the benefits of utility programs.
- Delivers professional, high-quality services and builds a quick rapport with utility customers.
- Completes high-quality deliverables that demonstrate technical excellence, objectivity, and clarity while maintaining project budgets and schedules.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Mechanical, Energy, Electrical, or related engineering field of study.
Previous project engineering experience or similar within the energy efficiency industry in California.
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license with a good driving record and a personal vehicle to visit customer sites.
Must be able and willing to travel locally up to 20%.
Strong proficiency with oral communication, writing, and analytical skills. Planning, coordinating, organization, and self-management in a professional environment a must.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.
Preferred:
- An 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., Title 24, Title 20, ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 14 Guidelines, ASHRAR Guideline 36, IECC, Code of Federal Regulations, etc.)
- Previous relevant experience with success at managing multiple projects/programs, deliverables, and client relations.
- A Master's degree preferably in Mechanical, Energy or related engineering field of study.
- 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.
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.
Compensation & Benefits
Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is: $60,600.00-$100,000.00.
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location.
At Resource Innovations, we believe supporting our people is essential to delivering impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and additional supplemental offerings.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Energy Project Manager
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before you target Energy Project Manager roles. Engineering management, systems engineering, and environmental engineering CIP codes commonly qualify, but your DSO confirms the match officially.
Filter job postings by E-Verify status
Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. Many energy firms are enrolled through federal contracting requirements, but smaller project developers and regional utilities sometimes aren't, which disqualifies them as STEM OPT employers.
Negotiate the I-983 training plan early
Bring a draft I-983 training plan to your offer negotiation. Energy Project Manager roles need clear learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, and employers unfamiliar with STEM OPT often delay signing it, which delays your extension start date.
Research prevailing wages before counter-offering
Look up Energy Project Manager wage levels by location using the OFLC Wage Search before you respond to any offer. Knowing the Level I through Level IV wage bands helps you evaluate whether an offer positions you competitively for a future H-1B visa LCA.
Target employers with federal energy contracts
Companies holding federal energy contracts are already E-Verify enrolled by law, which removes a key compliance barrier for STEM OPT students. DOE contractors, national lab subcontractors, and federally funded renewable infrastructure firms are strong targets for this reason.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Search Energy Project Manager roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filing history with DOL, confirming they've sponsored work authorization before. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that have never navigated STEM OPT or H-1B filings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Energy Project Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on whether your degree falls under a DHS-designated STEM CIP code. Engineering management, civil engineering, environmental engineering, and systems engineering degrees commonly qualify. The role itself doesn't trigger the extension, your degree does. Confirm your CIP code eligibility with your DSO before filing Form I-765 for the extension.
What does an employer need to do before I can start on STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and must sign a Form I-983 training plan with you before your STEM OPT extension is approved. The I-983 outlines your learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the role connects to your STEM degree. Without a completed I-983 submitted to your DSO, USCIS won't approve the extension.
How do I confirm an energy employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the HR department or recruiter directly for their E-Verify Company ID or a screenshot of their enrollment status. You can also request to see their E-Verify participation notice, which enrolled employers are required to display. Smaller project developers or regional utilities may not be enrolled even if they want to hire you, so verify this before accepting any offer.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my H-1B is selected in the lottery but not yet effective?
If your H-1B is selected and your employer files a timely cap-gap petition, your STEM OPT authorization automatically extends through September 30 of that fiscal year under cap-gap rules. You can continue working as an Energy Project Manager during this period without interruption, provided your employer maintains their E-Verify enrollment and your I-20 reflects the cap-gap extension.
Where can I find Energy Project Manager jobs where employers are already set up for STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Energy Project Manager roles from employers with documented LCA filing history, so you can identify companies that have already navigated DOL and USCIS work authorization processes. This is more reliable than filtering generic job boards by sponsorship willingness, since those listings rarely reflect actual STEM OPT or E-Verify compliance.