Associate, Development

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

17h•$85,000 - $103,000•Onsite

About The Position

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. About the Team Invenergy’s Renewable Development team is responsible for generating new wind and solar opportunities for the company by identifying potential projects and advancing them through the development process. This includes site identification, permitting, resource measurement, establishing interconnection positions and community engagement. Position Overview As an Associate, Renewable Development, you will be responsible for leading development of large renewable energy projects (wind, solar, and storage) located in the MISO region. The position will be at Invenergy’s Chicago office. Curious what a day in the life of a developer looks like? Watch here to learn more!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
3-5 years of work experience in energy industry or relevant experience.
Valid driver's license
Ability to travel as needed, anticipated 25% of the time
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or work experience in business or engineering.
Several years of experience in similar role.
Understanding of the energy industry and development of renewable energy and real estate projects.
Strong public speaking, communication, and personal skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Ability to quickly learn new topics and act decisively and strategically in a fast-paced business environment with competing deadlines.
Must be self-directed and driven, with the ability and desire to effectively lead.

Responsibilities

Lead development of individual solar, storage, and/or wind projects in the United States.
Identify development prospects, including fatal flaw identification and initial site reconnaissance.
Secure site control for development prospects, including negotiating leases, easements and other agreements with landowners.
Initiate and manage generation interconnection activities.
Interface with government officials, neighbors, and the public to establish positive relationships and effectively communicate project objectives, benefits, and details.
Coordinate internal and external support from legal, engineering, environmental, interconnection, and construction teams.
Manage complicated budgets and schedules, including risk identification and problem-solving.
Represent Invenergy LLC with customers, landowners, state and local officials and other stakeholders.