Operations Engineer

About Longroad Energy

Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5.5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Manager of Operations Engineering, the Operations Engineer will work on a variety of engineering projects related to wind plant, solar plant, battery systems and electrical power system performance. The Operations Engineer will manage performance improvement initiatives, retrofit projects, reliability improvement projects, root cause analysis, maintenance planning and major repairs in coordination with on and offsite support. The primary responsibilities for this position include the monitoring, remediation, optimization and reliability improvement of wind, solar and battery storage assets along with balance of plant and substation equipment. The day-to-day activities have a wide degree of variety involving multiple operating projects located throughout the United States. 

Responsibilities 

• Monitor and evaluate asset performance. Report on and recommend design or operational modifications to optimize safety, performance and long-term reliability. Make clear concise recommendations taking considerations of performance, timing, capital expenditures, and budgeting.
• Lead the root cause analysis and remediation plans for defective equipment, enhance the design of problematic parts to improve safety, performance and reliability.
• Evaluate energy system acquisitions, focusing on future reliability, costs, and energy generation.
• Coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair activities to obtain optimum utilization of machines and equipment.
• Evaluate system end-of-life extension and repower opportunities.
• Planning, coordination, budgeting, and supervising on-site and off-site activities related to retrofit and repair of the company's energy projects.
• Establish and manage relationships with service providers to perform repair work. Ensure relevant standards are implemented for the successful return to service of repaired units in accordance with design and supplier standards.
• Plan, prepare, and instruct training programs as required to share field engineering and/or product knowledge with operations staff. 
• Perform administrative functions, such as writing technical and/or job status reports, requesting quotes, ordering materials and services.
• Conduct work actions in compliance with industry standards for safety, quality, and environmental protection. Utilize technical expertise to enhance Longroad Energy’s culture of safety.
• Research and analyze change requests, design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application. 
• Travel to operating sites within the United States. Expected annual travel of 10% to 25%.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or comparable engineering experience.
• 2-5 years of engineering experience in renewable energy, oil and gas, power generation, shipping or similar industry. 
• Experience with common spreadsheet and word processing systems. 
• Experience in Python, SQL, reliability analysis, data analysis and computer-aided design software.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical details.
• The ability to perform essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation; this includes climbing 300’ wind turbines, lifting 50 lbs. above head, and meeting the weight requirement of safety gear, 310 lbs. or less.  
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to qualify for DOT certification.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

• Preference given to those candidates with industrial wind, battery system or solar experience. 
• Experience with renewable energy vendors and independent service providers.

Characteristics Necessary for Success 

• Collaborative style and a can-do attitude. 
• Comfortable with fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to garner consensus from diverse internal stakeholder groups to make decisions quickly.
• Passionate and enthusiastic about renewable energy.
• Highly organized, able to multitask and manage multiple projects efficiently. 
• Integrity and accountability.

Other

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment.

Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values.

Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.

applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.