Job Description

Location: Sedalia, MO

Job Id: 1828

# of Openings: 1

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

The HR Director is responsible for designing, executing, and evolving our compensation, benefits, and recognition programs. This role will ensure our total rewards strategy supports the companys growth, attracts top talent, promotes equity, and aligns with our business objectives.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of compensation frameworks (base, variable, equity where applicable) that support high growth and reward high performance.
• Manage annual compensation review cycles, including merit, bonus, and promotions.
• Conduct market benchmarking, job leveling, and pay equity analyses to ensure competitiveness and fairness.
• Partner with finance on compensation modeling and forecasting.

• Oversee the design and administration of benefit programs, ensuring cost-effectiveness, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
• Evaluate current offerings and recommend enhancements to align with employee needs and company growth.
• Lead annual benefits renewal, open enrollment, and vendor management.
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee benefits questions, enrollment changes, and life event processing.
• Manage FMLA, STD, and other leave of absence programs, ensuring accurate documentation and timely processing.
• Ensures the organizations plans compliance with the applicable provisions of ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA.

• Build scalable employee recognition programs that reinforce culture and engagement.
• Support the design of incentive programs aligned to team and company-level goals.

• Advise senior leaders and HR business partners on compensation and benefits-related decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.

• Optimize the use of HR systems (e.g., HRIS, compensation tools, benefits platforms) to enable reporting, automation, and analytics.
• Deliver compelling insights through dashboards and data visualizations to inform decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment; private company or startup experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of compensation frameworks, job leveling, benchmarking, and pay equity.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits.
• Strategic thinker who can build and scale programs while remaining hands-on.
• Excellent communication with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Analytical mindset with strong Excel skills.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check

• Experience with international benefits is a plus.
• Experience with compensation tools and platforms.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or related certifications preferred.

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