Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) is a high-growth renewable energy company that owns and operates a portfolio of 31 wind, solar and energy storage facilities across the United States, totaling approximately 3 gigawatts of generating capacity. We are actively developing new wind, solar, and energy storage projects in energy markets across the U.S., with about 30 GW of projects under development spanning over 125 projects. With projects currently under construction and soon to commence construction, we expect to commercialize over 1,000 MW of renewable energy projects in the next two years.

LRE is a portfolio company of OMERS Infrastructure, a preeminent global infrastructure investor and investment arm of OMERS, one of Canada's largest defined benefit pension plans with C$127.4 billion in net assets (as at June 30, 2023).

As passionate renewable energy advocates, we take great pride in responsible development and the safe operation of our projects. We are focused on building sustainable solutions for clean, renewable energy, and we remain dedicated to empowering communities through energy independence, job creation, and lasting partnerships.

The role of this position is to offer electrical engineering support for the Leeward portfolio of operating plants' operations projects. The main responsibility is to develop solutions that enhance the overall safety and reliability of wind and solar plants. This position reports directly to the Electrical Engineering Manager. The primary objectives are to lead, design, schedule, and address critical issues related to the operations project, while ensuring that the company guidelines for improving operations reliability are met.

Managing complex and time-sensitive projects in a fast-paced environment is an essential requirement for this position. Additionally, effective communication with both the engineering and operations teams is crucial for successful completion of the assigned projects.

Essential Functions:

• Provide engineering support to improve the safety and reliability of electrical equipment.
• Analyze data, troubleshoot and inspect equipment to identify, review and diagnose problems that affect the performance and reliability of the electrical system.
• Develop a preliminary design for assigned projects and create a scope of work document for project bidding. (Having Substation Engineering Design Experience is crucial for this role).
• Evaluate technical contractors' proposals and participate in technical review meetings to discuss project approach.
• Review contractor's design submittals.
• Manage projects schedule throughout their lifecycle.
• Coordinate operation substation improvement projects and liaise with contractors and operation plant managers.
• Offer electrical troubleshooting support to operating facilities.
• Regularly analyze, summarize, and communicate findings to the Leeward management team.

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with HV Substation systems and equipment (115 kV though 525 kV); HV Substation design engineer is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, protection system, wiring diagrams and other common specifications.
• Ability to site visit High Voltage Substations.
• PE Registration is preferred or ability to obtain within 3 years of employment.
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to clearly communicate ideas to non-engineers.
• Ability to remain focused and reliable in completing tasks and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and manage technical projects, including interaction with outside vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license.

Educational Requirements:

• 4-Year Bachelors Electrical Engineering Degree.
• Master Engineering degree is a plus.

Preferred Work Experience:

• 7 or more years of highly relevant technical experience.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing at project locations in order to inspect and repair equipment or collect information.
• Willingness and ability to travel at least 15%

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only authorized recruiting vendors with valid agreements in place are permitted to submit candidate information. We will not pay any fees for unsolicited resumes.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.