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
As a EHS Specialist, you will be responsible for sites ensuring compliance with EHS policies, programs, and procedures. You will communicate and contribute to the development of EHS programs, policies, and procedures. Additionally, you will conduct annual EHS audits and inspections and provide recommendations for continuous improvement of Invenergy’s safety performance and culture.
You will ensure site management delivers safe working procedures and practices to all site personnel so that they can fulfill their responsibilities. You will manage required compliance activities, including the implementation of the Invenergy EHS requirements.
Responsibilities
Assess risks and identify hazards in the workplace and at job sites to create a safe and healthy environment
Facilitate the implementation of Invenergy standards and procedures at sites
Manage required compliance activities, including the implementation of Invenergy EHS programs
Initiate investigations for incidents or near miss events as necessary or required including compilation and completion of forms for entry in the EHS management system
Conduct appropriate inspections and audits and ensure corrective actions are monitored and documented
Complete, document, and submit all required EHS reports and recordkeeping information
Deliver training on EHS policies and programs as needed
Ensure the 3E system of SDS management is properly utilized
Communicate regular updates regarding injury and illness awareness and mitigating measures. Follow up with the Site Managers as necessary
Establish good rapport with personnel through periodic site visits and attendance of recurring regional conference calls
Manage documentation related to EHS initiatives and ad hoc programs such as safety stand downs, Safety Alerts and Bulletins
Perform other EHS related duties as assigned
Requirements
Ability and willingness to travel regionally and at times, with minimal advance notice, up to 50% travel
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) experience
2+ years of work experience and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work
Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather and potentially during night
Must be able to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Requirements
Knowledge of OSHA workplace standards, industry best practices and other guidance referenced during PV/BESS workplace operations (ANSI, NFPA 70e)
Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental guidance, standards, and best practices
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with various departments within Invenergy
Technical & practical EHS knowledge, on various topics such as hoisting & rigging, fall protection, excavation and trenching, electrical safety, confined space, incident investigation, PPE and EPPE
Knowledge of PV/BESS systems; including DC systems and AC medium voltage systems
Knowledge of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
Knowledge of TMEIC/SMA/GE/Power Electronics inverters, single axis/PVH/NEXTracker trackers, Longi/Risen/Talesun modules
Knowledge of utility scale PV/BESS substation operations
Have good written, oral and computer communication skills to effectively deliver EHS-related information to employees and contractors
Ability to prepare accurate reports containing findings and recommendations
Ability to perform time critical tasks and a wide variety of duties, maintain responsibilities and oversight of multiple programs as needed
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office applications and other Internet-based reporting tools
Experience and knowledge of the risks involved in the maintenance of equipment in the renewable energy generation industry
Associates Degree preferred
This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.
Base Pay
$72,000.00 - $93,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 0% - 15%
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. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of Environmental Health and Safety experience
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience and training
- Ability and willingness to travel regionally up to 50%, sometimes with minimal advance notice
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and potentially at night
- Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Eligible to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
- Knowledge of OSHA workplace standards, ANSI, NFPA 70E, and industry best practices for PV/BESS operations
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental guidance and standards
- Technical and practical EHS knowledge covering hoisting and rigging, fall protection, excavation, electrical safety, confined space, incident investigation, PPE, and EPPE
- Knowledge of PV/BESS systems, including DC and AC medium-voltage systems
- Knowledge of electrical testing equipment and tools, including thermographic inspection, I-V curve tracing, Meggers, and ground fault detection
- Knowledge of renewable energy inverters, trackers, modules, and utility-scale PV/BESS substations
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, written, oral, and computer communication skills
- Ability to prepare accurate reports with findings and recommendations
- Ability to perform time-critical tasks and oversee multiple programs
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and internet-based reporting tools
- Experience with risks involved in renewable energy generation equipment maintenance
- Associate degree
Invenergy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Invenergy and has not been reviewed or approved by Invenergy.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO of 21 days at hire, increasing to 26 days after five years, is paired with paid holidays and volunteer time. Paid parental leave includes eight weeks for maternity and four weeks for paternity.
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Flexible Benefits — Multiple medical carriers and plan options, plus FSAs/HSAs, EAP, commuter benefits, and pet insurance, offer ways to tailor coverage. Preventive care on medical plans is listed as covered at 100%.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Overtime and bonus opportunities in field and operations roles can materially lift total compensation. Some technical and leadership postings also show solid pay ranges.
Invenergy Insights
What We Do
Invenergy is a leading global privately-held developer and operator of sustainable energy solutions. We are headquartered in the Chicago and have 2000+ employees across the Americas, Europe and Asia. We have successfully developed over 175 projects, including wind, solar, and natural gas power generation as well as advanced energy storage facilities. We are innovators at heart — we design, build and operate. We take pride in a company culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in a workplace where our people feel a sense of ownership and belonging.
Why Work With Us
Invenergy strives to do the right thing while creating a sense of purpose, inclusion and belonging for all employees. As a leading developer, owner, and operator of sustainable energy solutions, Invenergy is guided by our unique culture and values, focused on our mission and driven to achieve our vision.
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