Electrical Engineer III (Maintenance), Operations Engineering

Invenergy LLC

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Chicago, IL Until 8/31/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted February 24, 2026 Last posted July 2, 2026
Job description

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

Position Overview 

As an Operations Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for management of the Substation & BOP Electrical Maintenance program for Invenergy’s operating fleet. 

Responsibilities 

  • Manage substation and balance of plant electrical maintenance program, including NERC-required/NETA-recommended testing and inspections.  

  • Coordinate with internal teams and external maintenance contractors all details to successfully complete routine, planned maintenance scopes.  

  • Coordinate completion of open maintenance items, and work with regional Operations Electrical Engineers to carry out additional scope 

  • Oversee the integration of PowerDB for managing electrical test records 

  • Maintain relationships with existing pool of maintenance contractors. Work with Procurement team to develop new contractor relationships 

  • Work with NERC Compliance Team/Lead to ensure maintenance program aligns with NERC requirements 

  • Review equipment maintenance and testing reports to ensure operational safety, asset reliability and adherence to regulatory compliance standards 

  • Review testing requirements of third-party sites and adapt internal programs to fit new customer needs 

  • Work with Project Development team to ensure test records from new projects are turned over to operations 

  • Travel to sites and oversee contractor testing, and help train new engineers 

Requirements 

  • High School Diploma/ GED.

  • 3-5+ years of work experience 

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics 

  • Strong oral and written communication skills 

  • Some travel is required (< 25 %) 

  • 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 Skills 

  • Advanced knowledge of three-phase power systems, high voltage electrical equipment. Basic understanding of protective relaying concepts. 

  • Practical or field experience in electrical substation testing and interpreting test results; Prior experience with various substation equipment test sets is a plus.  

  • In depth knowledge of NESC, NERC and ANSI/IEEE standards and codes; 

  • Familiarity with NETA testing and inspection standards.

  • Experience with renewable generation systems (wind turbines, solar panels/inverters, battery storage) and associated control systems; 

  • Strong verbal and written communications skills. 

  • Experience with PowerDB 

Base Pay

$105,000.00 - $130,000.00 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.

About this role

Summary

Manage electrical maintenance for power substations and renewable systems, ensure compliance and safety.

Job title

Electrical Engineer III (Maintenance), Operations Engineering

Experience level

3-5+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

energy

Location requirements

On-site in Chicago, IL; some travel allowed

Salary

$105k–$130k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

electrical schematicspower systemsNERC standardstest interpretation

Preferred skills

three-phase powerhigh voltage equipmentPowerDBrenewable energy systemsNESC standards

Specializations

power systemshigh voltagesubstation testingrenewable systemsNERC standards
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City