Invenergy is seeking a Senior Associate, Renewable Development in Vancouver, WA, to support utility-scale solar, storage, and wind projects. Responsibilities include managing budgets, site control negotiations, and coordinating with consultants. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in renewable energy. The role requires travel (25% expected) and strong organizational and communication skills. Base pay is $95,000 with a bonus of 20-30%. Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy. 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 a Senior Associate, Renewable Development, you will support the development of utility-scale solar, storage, and wind energy projects throughout the southwest region of the United States. Responsibilities • Advance existing solar/wind/storage projects by problem solving and managing budgets, schedules, and financial models. • Identify development prospects and use critical thinking to conduct initial site reconnaissance. • Secure site control for development prospects, including negotiating leases, easements and other agreements with landowners. Manage ongoing landowner communications. • Use project management skills to coordinate activities with 3rd Party Consultants for site studies including environmental, topographical, and geotechnical analysis. • Work with cross-functional groups to conduct site assessments, fatal flaw analyses, and other due diligence. • Initiate and manage generation interconnection activities; understand power markets and trends. • Develop strategy for attending community meetings and represent Invenergy with customers, landowners, state and local officials, and other stakeholders. • Assist in obtaining certain local, state and/or federal permits.Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree. • 3+ years of work experience in renewable and/or clean energy industry or relevant experience. • Valid driver's license. • 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.Preferred Skills: • Familiarity with energy project development, real estate development, transmission and power project engineering are advantageous. • Relevant experience in land, environment, permitting or development. • Strong organizational, networking, leadership, time management and accounting skills. • Strong communication and personal skills. • Ability to write effectively and concisely.Base Pay 95,000. USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30% 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Vancouver, WA, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with technical education, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. These apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a growing demand for wind energy technicians, with projections indicating a 60% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Vancouver, WA, can expect to earn an average of $1,300 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $13,000 annually. Training programs, industry partnerships, and platforms like Stream Marine Training provide aspiring wind energy technicians with the necessary skills and opportunities to advance in this rapidly expanding field.
