HR Generalist

TransGrid Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TransGrid Energy is seeking a hands-on HR Generalist to support key HR operations across the employee lifecycle. Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, you will handle onboarding, payroll coordination, benefits, HRIS maintenance, and employee relations in a fast-paced energy environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in HR, a bachelor’s degree, and strong knowledge of multi-state compliance. This role works on-site in the Houston area and partners with Finance, Legal, Talent Acquisition

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in generalist or operations roles.
• Strong knowledge of payroll, benefits, HR compliance and data privacy.
• Experience with multi-state HR policy and compliance.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and HRIS reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support across the employee lifecycle including onboarding, transfers, promotions, leaves, and offboarding.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, offers, HRIS setup, benefits enrollment, and required documentation.
• Administer employee changes in HRIS and maintain records, job info, and compensation data.
• Support payroll accuracy by reviewing changes, time, deductions, and payments.
• Administer benefits programs and coordinate with brokers and carriers.
• Assist with open enrollment, life events, and benefits inquiries.
• Guide on company policies and escalate complex matters to HR leadership.
• Document concerns, assist investigations, and ensure policy consistency.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Payroll coordination

Benefits administration

HRIS management

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Admin, or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Company Overview

TransGrid Energy is a renewable energy company focused on investing, developing, owning and operating utility-scale battery energy storage systems and PV projects. TransGrid has a robust pipeline of projects under construction and in late-stage development, and the Company is actively expanding its energy asset portfolio across the United States.

As an affiliate company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company driven by a firm commitment to advancing the clean energy future, TransGrid Energy is striving to shape the renewable energy landscape by providing sustainable and reliable power solutions tailored to meet the energy needs of today and tomorrow.

Position Overview

TransGrid Energy is seeking a hands-on and highly motivated HR Generalist to support and independently manage key HR operations across the employee lifecycle.

Reporting directly to the Head of Human Resources, this role will serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and managers, ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent delivery of HR services while supporting the continued growth and organizational integration of TGE 2.0.

The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional who can take ownership of assigned HR processes, independently manage day-to-day HR operations, and proactively identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, compliance, and employee experience.

This position requires a strong foundation in payroll coordination, benefits administration, HRIS management, employee relations, leave administration, and multi-state HR compliance. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing detailed operational responsibilities with process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.

Working closely with HR leadership, Finance, Payroll, Legal, Talent Acquisition, and external service providers, the HR Generalist will play an important role in strengthening HR operational excellence and establishing scalable, consistent HR practices across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, leave of absence, and offboarding.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding activities, including offer documentation, pre-employment requirements, HRIS setup, benefits enrollment, orientation, and required employment documentation.
• Administer employee changes in the HRIS and maintain accurate employee records, organizational data, job information, compensation changes, and personnel documentation.
• Support payroll administration by reviewing employee changes, time and attendance information, deductions, one-time payments, and other payroll-related items for accuracy and timely processing.
• Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored benefits; coordinate with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators as needed.
• Support annual open enrollment, new hire enrollment, qualifying life events, benefit eligibility changes, and employee benefit inquiries.
• Provide guidance on company policies, procedures, and employee programs while escalating complex or sensitive matters to HR leadership as appropriate.
• Support employee relations matters by documenting concerns, gathering relevant information, assisting with investigations, and ensuring consistent application of company policies.
• Coordinate leaves of absence and accommodation processes in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements and company policy.
• Monitor HR compliance requirements and support required filings, notices, audits, recordkeeping, and policy updates, including employment eligibility and EEO-related requirements.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers on recruiting activities as needed, including job postings, interview coordination, offer preparation, background checks, and onboarding handoff.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports, headcount information, organizational charts, employee data, and other workforce analytics for HR leadership and business stakeholders.
• Assist with compensation administration, including salary changes, bonus data, market benchmarking support, and maintenance of job descriptions and job data.
• Coordinate with external vendors and service providers to resolve employee issues and ensure accurate administration of HR programs.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, company communications, training, performance management, and other HR programs and special projects.
• Handle confidential and sensitive employee information with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, documentation, workflows, and employee experience as the organization continues to grow.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a generalist, HR operations, or HR business partner support role.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Strong working knowledge of core HR practices, including onboarding, benefits, payroll coordination, employee relations, leave administration, HR compliance, and employee recordkeeping.
• Experience working with HRIS, payroll, time and attendance, benefits administration, and applicant tracking systems; experience with ADP Workforce Now is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and the ability to research and apply requirements across multiple states.
• Ability to independently manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with employees, managers, leadership, and external partners.
• Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential employee and business information.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, follow-through, and problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce, high-growth organization, energy company, or similarly complex business environment is preferred.
• Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP is preferred but not required.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

The ideal candidate for this role will have authorization to work in the US prior to joining TransGrid Energy LLC. The Company will not sponsor or offer assistance with sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

TransGrid Energy believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

TransGrid Energy is an Equal Opportunity / Aff All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Compensation Range: $85K - $95K