Associate, Permitting

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.

About the role

As an Associate, Permitting, you will support permitting and regulatory compliance tasks for utility-scale energy projects including wind, solar, battery storage, natural gas, and transmission.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review, and organize permit requirements in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Evaluate project risks and execute strategy to obtain primary development permits.
• Draft, review, and organize high-quality and resilient permit applications and supporting documentation including agency data request responses, testimony, briefs, and regulatory compliance filings.
• Coordinate internal and external technical support from development, legal, engineering, environmental, and construction teams.
• Manage schedules and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Interface with government agencies to establish positive relationships and effectively communicate project objectives, details, and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 3 years of work experience in the energy industry or relevant experience.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor, Master of Science, or similar graduate-level degree (preferred).
• Experience with permitting, project management, and technical/legal writing (preferred).
• Ability to quickly develop multidisciplinary expertise and act decisively in a fast-paced business environment with competing deadlines (preferred).
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills (preferred).
• Self-directed and detail-oriented, with the ability and desire to effectively lead (preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and GIS applications (preferred).

Pay

Base Pay: $85,000.00 - $103,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 20% - 30% (eligibility based on individual and company performance).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off