Energy Engineer

At Innovative, innovation isn't just part of our name —it's the mindset that drives everything we do.

We are built by people who take ownership, challenge the status quo,and create solutions that keep the world's most critical industries running.

From engineering and fabrication to installation and service,our teams collaborate to solve complex challenges with creativity, precision, and purpose.

We invest in people who are passionate about making an impact,fostering a culture where innovation thrives, careers grow,and great teams build extraordinary solutions together.

Salary: Dependent on Experience

Posted:

Employee Type: full-time

Experience

Required:

1+ yrs

Education Required: Bachelor's Degree

Travel Required: No

Energy & Sustainability Engineer

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is the leading provider of industrial refrigeration and process cooling solutions, delivering custom engineered systems utilizing natural refrigerants such as ammonia and CO₂. Through a fully integrated approach encompassing engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, nationwide service, and advanced aftermarket solutions, Innovative supports customers across the food and beverage, cold storage, pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, and mission-critical infrastructure markets throughout North America and around the world.

Unlike traditional engineering firms, contractors, or equipment suppliers, Innovative performs engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, service, and ongoing customer support entirely in-house. This integrated model provides employees the opportunity to support projects throughout the complete lifecycle, from concept and design through manufacturing, installation, startup, operation, optimization, modernization, and long-term system support.

Job Role: The Energy & Sustainability Engineer will assist in evaluating energy performance, analyzing system efficiencies, and recommending improvements in our refrigeration system designs and operations. This role works under the direction of the Energy and Sustainability Department Manage rand collaborates with engineering, service, and project teams to ensure optimal energy performance across customer projects.

Key Duties:

• Develop and implement cutting-edge energy models to assess and improve system efficiency.
• Advise customers on energy best practices and collaborate to achieve efficiency goals.
• Identify system deficiencies and provide cost-effective, practical solutions.
• Perform occasional site assessments, facility walkthroughs, and equipment inspections to better understand system operation and energy performance.
• Analyze new and existing systems for energy efficiency opportunities.
• Provide energy-efficiency-focused instruction and training for customers.
• Host monthly energy efficiency webinars through Microsoft Teams.
• Conduct energy usage analysis and identify efficiency opportunities for refrigeration systems.
• Support the development and implementation of energy conservation measures.
• Review system performance data and develop reports outlining findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate energy-efficient practices into new system designs.
• Stay current with relevant energy codes, financial incentives, and emerging technologies in the industrial refrigeration sector.
• Assist in preparing documentation for utility rebate programs or regulatory compliance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret performance data.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and technical…