Renewable Energy Field Specialist

Puget Sound Energy•Reed Point, MT

3d•$80,200 - $115,800•Onsite

About The Position

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is seeking a Renewable Energy Field Specialist to join their Generation & Natural Gas Storage team. This role will be based at a renewable energy site in Stillwater County, Montana, outside of Columbus. The Field Specialist will report to the Plant Manager and work closely with the Program Manager, providing support for the daily operations of the renewable energy site. Key responsibilities include fieldwork, work planning, scheduling, and implementing procedures to ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of various site assets such as solar modules, inverters, wind turbines, and associated infrastructure. The position also involves assisting the Generation Group with regulatory compliance, operational strategies, training, and procedural documentation. The role requires interfacing with internal departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies. A significant aspect of this role includes climbing wind turbines over 300 feet in challenging weather conditions. The position upholds safety compliance with PSE, OSHA, and Montana State Labor & Industry requirements, promoting a culture of total safety. It also requires conducting business honestly, ethically, and in accordance with core values and Code of Conduct, ensuring all duties are performed in compliance with regulatory obligations. This job is considered "safety sensitive" and is subject to pre-employment drug screening.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in engineering, business, science or related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two years of relevant work experience.
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communications skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Basic knowledge of cost estimating and scheduling concepts.
Proficient with basic computer programs: MS Word, Excel, Outlook or equivalent E-Mail.
Knowledge of electro-mechanical equipment and systems, tooling, techniques and procedures involved in maintenance and repair of operating equipment.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently, influence others and resolve issues.
Customer-oriented, a positive, team-oriented attitude, flexibility, an understanding of the business issues driving the need for the project, and solid work ethics are expected.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must get qualified and maintain working at heights qualification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management or related discipline.
Experience managing projects and programs.
Project management training.
Understanding of underground and overhead electrical – communication equipment systems.
Strong communication and presentation skills and techniques to bring about agreement between different points of view. Ability to write clear, concise and direct narrative and reports.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills for single or multiple technical areas.
Understanding and experienced with electro-mechanical equipment and systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills for single and multiple technical areas.
Advanced Project Management Training and Project Management or Construction Management Certification from an accredited institution (PMI or College). Ambition to expand knowledge and experience and seek increasing levels of responsibility.

Responsibilities

Provides oversight, direction and support to team members, service providers, contractors and vendors under the general direction of the Plant Manager.
Coordinates and communicates daily with operations personnel.
Facilitates communication between Plant Manager, service providers and internal customers, including technical support at the direction of the Plant Manager.
Reviews and provides support and coordination on project-related documentation, technical memorandum, design plans, specifications, and other project related materials; and manages specific project related tasks as directed by the Plant Manager.
Fields customer concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution.
Performs solar module inspections.
Applies basic project management concepts and practices.
Tracks project milestones and deliverables and reports on project and program progress as directed.
Performs generation facility, equipment & system inspections.
Performs wind turbine inspections. Climbs wind turbines > 300 feet in severe hot and cold weather conditions.
Fields landowner concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution.
Facilitates and provides technical assistance to service providers and internal and external customers.
Supports emergency response work, outage response as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.