Leeward Renewable Energy

Substation Engineer

LocationDallas, TX
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is a high-growth renewable energy company forging a sustainable future through integrity, innovation, and positive impact. We own and operate 30 large wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States, totaling over 3 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.

LRE has an ambitious goal of 10GW of operating assets by 2028 and are developing and contracting an increasing pipeline of new projects every year. We take a full-lifecycle approach to our projects, built on a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the environment.

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities:

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

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.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.

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