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Invenergy

Electrical Engineering Manager, Operations Engineering

Salary$165k – $190k
LocationChicago, IL
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentOperations Engineering
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seenSep 11, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
BS in Electrical Engineering
5+ years of engineering experience, with demonstrated leadership/supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of three-phase power systems, high voltage electrical equipment & relay protection
Ability to support occasional after-hours operational issues
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and project/work management skills
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Nice to have5
Strong working knowledge of NESC and ANSI/IEEE standards and codes
Knowledge of renewable generation systems (wind turbine, solar panels, battery storage) and their controls
Practical or field experience in electrical substation reliability and maintenance
Prior management experience
Experience supporting operating power generation facilities
Eligibility2
Some travel is required (< 20%)
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
Skills
NERC
NETA
NESC
ANSI
IEEE
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
About the company
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.
Hiring process
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
Position Overview
As an Electrical Engineering Manager, Operations Engineering, you will support balance of plant operations across Invenergy’s wind, solar, and storage fleet while helping build and manage a growing engineering team. Initially, this role will include direct technical support for operating facilities while developing familiarity with Invenergy’s fleet, processes, and operating model. As the team grows, the role will shift toward greater focus on supervising engineers, setting priorities, reviewing technical decisions, supporting employee development, and driving fleet-wide process improvements.
Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays.
Responsibilities:
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Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and develop engineers to support the operating fleet. The focus for the team is MV/HV substation, collection, and transmission systems.
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Supervise assigned engineers, including workload prioritization, performance feedback, coaching, and employee development.
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Prioritize and assign engineering support across wind, solar, and battery storage facilities.
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Initially provide direct technical support for complex site issues while developing team capability to support recurring operational needs.
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Manage team support for operating facilities, including electrical troubleshooting and review of digital fault records, relay targets, and other operational data for planned and unplanned electrical events.
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Review and guide technical decisions related to troubleshooting, maintenance recommendations, event response, and fleet-wide corrective actions.
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Provide oversight and escalation support for electrical safety-related decisions.
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Support substation and balance of plant electrical maintenance programs, including NERC-required and NETA-recommended testing and inspections.
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Identify and lead process improvements, reliability initiatives, and high-impact projects across the operating fleet.
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Support budgeting, resource planning, and long-term project planning for the operating fleet.
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Support NERC compliance efforts, including audits, reporting, documentation, procedures, and policies for operating facilities.
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Support project and construction teams during new project commissioning, turnover, and transition to operations.
Minimum Qualifications
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BS in Electrical Engineering
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5+ years of engineering experience, with demonstrated leadership/supervisory experience
•
Strong knowledge of three-phase power systems, high voltage electrical equipment & relay protection
•
Ability to support occasional after-hours operational issues
•
Strong oral and written communication skills
•
Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and project/work management skills
•
Some travel is required (< 20%)
•
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 Qualifications
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Strong working knowledge of NESC and ANSI/IEEE standards and codes
•
Knowledge of renewable generation systems (wind turbine, solar panels, battery storage) and their controls
•
Practical or field experience in electrical substation reliability and maintenance is a plus
•
Prior management experience is a plus
•
Experience supporting operating power generation facilities
Base Pay
Benefits
$165,000.00 - $190,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 25% - 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. 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, paid time off, etc.
Legal
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.
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