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Electrical Engineer at Leeward Energy · Katori

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.

Company Overview:

This position provides electrical engineering (P2) support on issues in the Leeward portfolio of operating projects with the primary responsibility of providing solutions to improve overall wind and solar plants operating reliability and safety. The goals of this position are to manage and resolve critical electrical system issues that meet company guidelines for safety and compliance. 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 teams.

Essential Functions:

Provide engineering support to optimize electrical equipment safety and reliability

Identify, review and diagnose problems impacting electrical system reliability and performance by analysing data and performance, troubleshooting, and equipment inspections

Manage substation and collection short term and long term maintenance programs

Manages substation relays including programming, backup files, remote support and operational analysis

Support operating facilities with electrical troubleshooting, including review of digital fault records, relays, and other operational data for electrical tripping events and mis-operations.

Assist with maintaining and improving Leeward electrical system specifications for new and operating plants

Analyzes, summarizes and communicates findings regularly with Leeward management team

Qualifications:

Familiarity with HV Substation protection and control; HV Substation designed is preferred

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, protection system, wiring diagrams and other common specifications

Ability to work in Extra High Voltage Substations, with exposure to high electric and magnetic fields

Ability to perform short circuit, load flow, protection system coordination, and arc flash experience is a plus

Familiarity with latest versions of the following Code/Standards

NFPA 70E

NFPA 70B

NESC

OSHA (1910.300, 1910.269)

PE Registration 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 Engineering Degree

Preferred Work Experience:

4 or more years of relevant technical experience; renewable experience preferred

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 25%

Please Note: This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. #LIHybrid

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.

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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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.