Turbine Engineer III

Leeward Renewable Energy•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment. Job Summary: This position reports to the Manager of Turbine Engineering, Operations, and provides support for wind turbine engineering issues with the primary responsibility of providing solutions to improve overall wind turbine operating performance. The goals of this position are to improve turbine energy capture by both reducing lost energy as well as increasing turbine efficiency and reliability. The position requires the ability to manage complex and time sensitive projects in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with the engineering and operations team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or similar from an ABET-accredited institution
4+ years of relevant technical experience; experience with wind power generation preferred
Thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical system component design, operation, and maintenance
Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and drawings, including one-line, three-line, hydraulic, and wiring diagrams
Ability to be self-motivated, remain focused, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, dynamic environment
Excellent communication skills, including ability to clearly communicate ideas to non-technical colleagues
High level of competence of MS Office software programs
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license
Ability to perform physical requirements including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing at project locations
Ability to work in confined spaces or at great heights (200-300 ft) for prolonged periods
Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future.
Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Willingness and ability to travel at least 30% of the time
Travel to and work on wind sites in varied weather conditions, including physically demanding work such as climbing wind turbines

Responsibilities

Applies knowledge to develop and implement solutions to proactively improve plant performance and reliability
Interprets and analyzes advanced equipment performance data (e.g., SCADA tags, condition monitoring, power quality, event files) to resolve issues
Drives resolution of recurring performance or reliability issues; supports CAPEX/OPEX planning with technical input
Operates with moderate independence; proposes and implements engineering solutions within defined parameters
Collaborates with adjacent support groups (e.g., asset management, HSE, and compliance); interfaces with suppliers
Proactively and effectively interacts with internal and external clients to understand and clarify requirements and provide technical input
Interacts and partners with more senior colleagues across multiple departments, which may include leaders; mentors less experienced team members
Assess solutions for wind turbine technical issues identified at the wind farms including reliability and performance improvements
Provide periodic on-site project management services during the execution of projects
Develop data analytical models for wind plant operational performance
Produce detailed technical written reports including independent root cause analyses, financial models and payback evaluations, and equipment condition evaluations