Control Room Operator
InvenergyChicago, IL
Full Time
Posted October 6, 2026
$36 - $51/hr
Renewable Energy Development
Visa Sponsored
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 7, 2026
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- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Renewable Energy Development
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- Employer-provided pay
Job Description
As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for the remote monitoring, operation, and real-time analysis of Invenergy’s fleet of wind, solar, and battery storage facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Remotely monitor and operate wind, solar, and battery storage generation facilities and related plant equipment
- Promptly address turbine and inverter faults
- Manage balance of plant controls and ensure reliable facility operations: power/curtailments, voltage, reactive power, and other controls as needed
- Respond to critical alarms and situations
- Communicate and coordinate with site technicians, customers, grid operators, and third-parties
- Maintain accurate logs of communications
- Analyze data and trends, troubleshoot and diagnose issues and escalate matters to appropriate personnel
- Monitor weather at sites for safety of on-site technicians, personnel, and equipment
- Work independently or collaboratively on projects and initiatives that enhance the operations and reliability of the control center
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a course of study that demonstrates strong analytical and technical skills Or 2 years of relevant experience Or military service experience in positions that require communication and analytical and decision-making skills
- Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Experience with SCADA systems, preferably focused on wind or solar operations
- Experience with data monitoring software such as PI
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Data analysis
- Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.
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