Field Service Engineer (Open to Remote)

Tribonet

Scottsdale, AZ(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
1st Level Support, Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Business Processes, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Support, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Diversity, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Experiment Design, Groundskeeping, High School Diploma, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Investigative Reports, Legal, Machine Tool, Maintenance Services, Mechanical Engineering, Metrics, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, On Site Support, Operational Support, Performance Management, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Development, Progress Reports, Project Development, Project Lifecycle, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Record Keeping, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Reporting Skills, Requirements Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Sales Pipeline, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Solar Power, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Drawing, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Vehicle Fleets, Wind Power
LOCATION
Scottsdale, AZ
POSTED
Today

An educational platform on tribology — the science of friction, wear and lubricationWho is it for Engineers, researchers, students and industry professionalsThe Field Service Engineer will support wind turbine fleet consisting of a diverse pool of original equipment manufacturers, nominal output capacity, and project lifecycle. Clearway fleet currently stands at more than 4GW and is located across various regions of the United States, with a robust new project pipeline of ~3GW targeted over the next three years. The primary responsibilities of this position will consist of first line support of field operations, support of various engineering projects, and field engineering investigations. Additionally, a portion of responsibilities will include support of construction to operations transition of new wind farms to ensure optimal turbine availability and performance beginning with day one.The position is preferably based out of the Scottsdale, Arizona office.What You'll Be Doing Work directly with wind farm operations teams to troubleshoot, investigate, and resolve equipment issuesCollect data on site and contribute knowledge and insight that will drive engineering actions and projectsPerform field investigations and generate reports on equipment failuresDevelop field inspection documentation and checklistsSupport various programs focused on wind fleet performance optimizationSupport operational activities for corrective and preventative maintenance of wind turbinesKeep records, maintain documentation, and compile reports as required by company policy and proceduresSupport specialized field repairs and major component replacementsSupport development of maintenance procedures, work instructions, safety procedures including implementation of Reliability Centered Maintenance practices for the fleetCompile daily, weekly, and monthly technical reports on maintenance progress & major component failuresResearch of operational and repair methods to improve the generation and remaining useful life of wind turbines and their componentsParticipate in continuous improvement process relating to fleet-wide initiativesSupport root cause analyses (RCAs) of turbines, main components, and other high impact failures/faultsProvide engineering support to field personnel, for corrective and preventative maintenance of turbinesMake recommendations on equipment maintenance, equipment manufactures, and tooling based on objective observationsContribute to reviews of new technology to support new project development effortsMaintain company equipment to perform planned activitiesParticipate as a team member promoting initiatives to improve component performance, quality, and functionalityOccasional cross support to the Solar and Battery operations teamsAdhere to appropriate company health, safety, environment, and quality processes for the business utilizing industry best practiceTravel, including overnight on short notice (up to 50%)Other responsibilities as required on per project basisWhat You'll Bring Must be able to effectively communicate and work with site personnel as well as third party contractorsMust possess excellent skills to troubleshoot turbine faults, failures, and recommend appropriate corrective action plansMust have an in-depth understanding of electrical (control and power) and mechanical systemsMust have an in-depth understanding of electrical or hydraulic pitch system (both preferable)Must have experience with converter systemsMust possess an excellent understanding of maintenance plans and protocolsMust possess understanding of tribology and the basic knowledge of oil analyticsAbility to manage simultaneous projects/work streams, set priorities, and exercise independent judgmentAbility to communicate technical concepts to both a technical audience and a non-technical audienceAbility to interpret/follow/develop technical instruction in verbal, written, diagrammatic and schedule formatsAbility to read and interpret drawings, technical manuals, and commissioning instructionsKnowledge of proper use LOTO for energy isolationAbility to travel with a short-term notice to Clearway Energy sites throughout the continental U.S.Ability to climb wind turbines with or without a climb assist. Capable of working at heights of up to 390'May be required to work flexible work hoursSupport transition of new projects from construction to operations phase by becoming familiar with critical construction/assembly processes and commissioning instructionsSupport and review QA/QC and commissioning processes used on site during project developmentBS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is highly preferred. Will consider years' experience in lieu of undergraduate degree. High school diploma minimally required.Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering or field operations and maintenance, is requiredIf you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.What Would Be Nice BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is highly preferred10 years of direct experience with multiple wind turbine platforms and 5+ years in field engineering roleIn depth level knowledge of various drivetrain system designs employed in wind turbinesExperience developing reliability, maintenance optimization, and repair/upgrade options for wind turbinesDemonstrated experience in failure investigations of major components such as main bearings, gearboxes, generatorsExperience developing requirements and selection processes for approved 3 rd party major component service providersExperience in gearbox and generator root cause analysis and development of up-tower mitigation options, repair processes, and upgrade solutionsExperience with setup and design of experiment for in field measurementsExperience with analytical processing of turbine dataExperience following and developing reliability programsClearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations$124,000—$184,000 USDClearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., we own and manage more than 9.6 gigawatts of renewable and conventional energy assets across the country. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new renewable energy projects for the future, Clearway's 7 gigawatts of operating wind, solar, and energy storage assets offset the equivalent of more than 9 million metric tons of carbon emissions for our customers today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Carlsbad, Calif.; Scottsdale, Ariz.; Houston; and Princeton, N.J. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion At Clearway, we create a community that isn't about the same – it's about building a team of unique individuals, with different backgrounds & skill sets, coming together to build something big & make a difference in the world. Clearway's team is dedicated to a clean energy future across a wide spectrum of roles & responsibilities. Embodying our company values and operating principles, unique individuals come together over a common mission. We embrace opportunities to do challenging work that can change the world. We aspire to bring out the best in everyone. We share setbacks, celebrate successes, & act with integrity & accountability to get the job done.Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military & Veterans.What We Provide Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website (

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