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WHY HORIZON WIND ENERGY?
Horizon Wind Energy, owned by EDP Renewables, the fourth largest wind energy producer in the world, is a leading wind project developer, owner and operator in North America . With over 20 offices across the United States and over 275 employees, Horizon has developed more than 2,500 megawatts (MW) and operates over 2,000 MW of wind farms.Horizon is currently the third largest wind energy company in the United States in terms of installed capacity and has a pipeline with prospects of over 18,000 MW.
To achieve our goals, Horizon searches for talented individuals who are passionate about the industry and share our principles and purpose. As a green and sustainable company, Horizon aims to match career goals with company values. Horizon consists of passionate and energetic people who share a common goal of creating a healthier and cleaner environment. Click here to apply for open positions.
Team-Oriented Environment
Horizon utilizes an open office concept. There are no cubicles or individual offices that separate our employees. This promotes an environment that is based on team building and allows employees to have exposure to other areas of the company. Employees learn from professionals in other departments, which provides everyone with a better understanding of how Horizon works as a whole.
Career Development
Horizon recognizes the importance of career development and strives to help employees understand the business and industry so they excel in their professional growth. Horizon offers opportunities for internal mobility and both recognizes and rewards employees for their innovation, hard work and performance.
Diversity
Horizon has a diverse population with employees from all walks of life, cultures and varying backgrounds. From tango instructors to former Navy pilots, our employees come from a wide range of backgrounds. Part of Horizon’s success depends upon the ability to embrace diversity and recognize its benefits.
Sustainability
Horizon aims to promote environmental, economic and social stewardship to employees and to the communities where we do business by using sustainable processes and practices to foster partnerships that improve the quality of life.
Horizon has an internal Sustainability Committee that strives to:
- Promote a sustainable working environment for employees
- Set company policies to be in line with operating a sustainable company
- Continuously evaluate corporate responsibility
Horizon is involved in the community, participating in events that support local causes in areas Horizon has offices or wind farms.
Horizon’s Corporate Headquarters is the first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certified Commercial Interior project in Houston . Horizon currently holds a Silver LEED rating. In 2008, the office space was a part of Mayor White’s Green Building Tour that highlighted efforts to create a green energy space.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Horizon Wind Energy’s training and support initiatives are an important part of Horizon’s culture. From the first day on the job our employees are guided and supported by their teams and managers. We offer a collaborative learning environment in order to develop valuable strategic and technical skills and also provide crucial insight into the ever-changing industry in which we work.
At our offices, Horizon sponsors a monthly Learning Series where employees and external and internal speakers present topics that are of interest to a wide audience across the Company. Horizon has also developed an in-house training series for new hires and routinely sends employees to industry conferences to learn more about renewable energy | 
