Director, Renewables Regional O&M

invenergyllc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC, headquartered in Chicago, seeks a Director, Regional Wind O&M to lead the operations and maintenance of multiple wind energy centers. You will manage teams, drive safety culture, and streamline maintenance processes to minimize downtime.

The role requires 10+ years in engineering/operations with supervisory experience, strong CMMS knowledge, and the ability to travel up to 50% and work outdoors. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in engineering, operations or maintenance with managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of CMMS and O&M practices.
• Ability to travel up to 50% and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and maintenance of multiple wind energy centers.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance with EHS guidelines.
• Develop and implement maintenance philosophies and procedures.
• Reduce turbine downtime and improve technician productivity.
• Coordinate with O&M Managers and Operations Engineering to resolve technical issues.

Skills

Wind energy operations

Leadership/management

CMMS/O&M practices

Travel 50%

Verbal and written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

About The Position

As the Director, Regional Wind O&M you will be responsible for managing the operations and maintenance of multiple wind energy centers.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Invenergy EHS to ensure employee safety and wellbeing.
• Ensure work is completed in compliance with all written policies, procedures, contracts, etc.
• Develop and implement operational philosophies and procedures to align with the company's culture and mission.
• Evaluate and streamline maintenance processes and practices to minimize turbine downtime and maximize technician productivity.
• Interface with O & M Managers and Operations Engineering to quickly resolve technical issues affecting wind energy center production and availability.
• Drive and cultivate employee engagement and culture.
• Collaborate with Asset Management in the development, tracking, and analysis of the annual operating budgets and actual expenses.
• Analyze operational data to understand current and future O&M needs.
• Participate in the recruitment, selection and training of all operating and administrative personnel within assigned region.
• Complete regular visits and audits of wind energy centers.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 10+ years overall work experience in engineering, operations or maintenance with at least 5 years of supervisory/managerial experience in a direct supervision and leadership role.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of CMMS and O&M practices.
• Able to travel 50% of the time.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet).
• Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
• Must currently have or be able to obtain a U.S. passport for international travel.

Base Pay

$155,000.00 - $195,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 35% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.