Director, HR Business Partner & Compensation Specialist

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San Leandro, CA, USA
In-Office
220K-250K Annually
Senior level
Energy
The Role
The HR Business Partner & Compensation Specialist will drive workforce planning, employee engagement, and compensation strategy, collaborating across HR functions to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join Energy Recovery and Help Build a Sustainable Future  
 
At Energy Recovery, we build products that help limit global temperature rise, reduce carbon emissions, provide safe drinking water for millions of people, and bring efficiency and sustainability to a range of industries. Our products help customers avoid approximately 19.7 million metric tons of carbon emissions per year -- equivalent to removing over 4.7 million cars from the road! 
 
In addition to innovating world-class products that help our customers and the environment, our employees enjoy a diverse, collaborative work culture, as well as extensive company benefits that support the overall wellbeing of our staff. This includes everything from generous health plans and time off, paid family leave, subsidized lunches and company events, and opportunities for charitable giving and volunteering in the community.  
 

What You Can Look Forward To:


Energy Recovery is seeking a strategic and analytical HR professional to join our team in a hybrid role that blends the consultative and people-focused responsibilities of an HR Business Partner (HRBP) with the technical and data-driven expertise of a Compensation Center of Excellence (COE). This unique position offers the opportunity to influence both employee experience and organizational effectiveness through proactive business partnering and compensation strategy.

What Will You Do?

    HR Business Partner (HRBP) Responsibilities – 50%
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing guidance on workforce planning, talent development, organizational design, and employee relations.
    • Partner with leadership to drive employee engagement, performance management, and succession planning initiatives.
    • Support change management efforts and help leaders navigate organizational transformation.
    • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and other HR functions to deliver integrated people solutions.
    • Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform strategic decisions and improve business outcomes.
    • Compensation COE Responsibilities – 50%
      • Design, implement, and maintain competitive compensation programs aligned with business strategy and market benchmarks.
      • Conduct job evaluations, market pricing, and internal equity analyses to support hiring, promotions, and retention.
      • Lead annual compensation processes including merit planning, bonus administration, and salary structure reviews.
      • Provide compensation consulting to HRBPs and business leaders, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
      • Partner with Finance and HRIS teams to ensure data accuracy and reporting integrity.

What You Bring to the Table:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., CCP, SHRM-SCP) preferred.
    • 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in compensation or total rewards.
    • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems; experience with compensation modeling and benchmarking tools.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels.
    • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

What's in it For Me?

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with options for family coverage 
  • Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you save for the future 
  • Paid Time Off: Generous vacation policy, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance 
  • Wellness Programs: Mental Wellness Support with therapy and coaching in addition to an employee assistance program 
  • Fitness Perks: Enjoy access to our on-site gym with an on-site trainer, yoga classes and gym reimbursement for remote employees 
  • Team Events: Regular team-building activities and social events to foster a positive work culture such as; ping-pong tournaments, gratitude lunches, and summer BBQs 
  • Referral Bonus: Earn up to $1,500 for referring friends 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax savings for medical expenses, commuter, and dependent care, helping you manage out-of-pocket costs 
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education, including courses and degree programs to help you advance your career 
  • Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid leave for new parents to bond with their children and support family needs 


We are an EOE/AA employer committed to workforce diversity.
No recruiters or phone calls.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
  • Master's degree or HR certification (e.g., CCP, SHRM-SCP)
  • 7+ years of progressive HR experience
  • at least 2 years in compensation or total rewards
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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The Company
HQ: San Leandro, CA
204 Employees
Year Founded: 1992

What We Do

Energy Recovery (NASDAQ: ERII) creates technologies that solve complex challenges for industrial fluid-flow markets worldwide. Building on our pressure exchanger technology platform, we design and manufacture solutions that make industrial processes more efficient and sustainable. What began as a game-changing invention for desalination has grown into a global business accelerating the environmental sustainability of customers’ operations in multiple industries. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Energy Recovery has manufacturing, research and development facilities across California and Texas with sales and on-site technical support available globally. To learn more about our technology and who we are, please visit www.energyrecovery.com. Follow us on Twitter and subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://twitter.com/ERIEnergy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnkYFe_W9ClvFpU0lkg6QA

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