Technical Operations Manager
RNWBL®
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Oversee technical issues on equipment components, operating systems, and performance reliability on multiple turbine platforms
- Assist and guide project managers on mitigation and remediation measures
- Review performance reports, including turbine availability, capacity factor, and reliability, and provide remediation plans as needed
- Lead difficult troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and control system issues
- Monitor CMS alarms to identify problems before equipment failure
- Lead and participate in root cause analysis programs
- Drive initiatives to reduce downtime and improve energy yield
- Lead and/or assist in the development and implementation of preventative and predictive maintenance strategies
- Review contracts to ensure maintenance requirements are met
- Assist in planning major component replacements (gearboxes, blades, generators, transformers)
- Work with project teams to optimize spare parts strategy and long-term asset management planning
- Review alternate spare parts suppliers to reduce supply chain risk for RNWBL and our clients
- Assist with substation, transformers, and high-voltage systems operations
- Assist with collection, substation, transmission grid reliability, and performance testing
- Promote a strong safety-first culture across all wind farm sites
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety, working-at-heights, and environmental regulations
- Lead safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective action implementation
- Lead and mentor site managers, wind technicians, and remote monitoring teams to improve their technical knowledge of the wind turbines
- Assist with establishing KPIs aligned with availability, safety, and production targets
- Follow all NERC, NFPA70E, OSHA, company, and customer requirements
- Document service activity and parts usage with digital reporting systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in wind energy operations or power generation
- 3+ years in a leadership role managing field-based technical teams
- Strong knowledge of wind turbine systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, control systems)
- Experience with wind SCADA platforms and condition monitoring systems (CMS)
- Understanding of high-voltage systems and substation operations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of OSHA, NERC, and NFPA 70E standards
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Able to travel for site visits, meetings, and training
- Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and in variable outdoor conditions.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid holidays and vacation time
- Career Growth Opportunities within Wind, Solar, and BESS sectors
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuous Professional Development Support
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
wind turbine systemsmechanical systemselectrical systemshydraulic systemscontrol systemswind SCADA platformscondition monitoring systemshigh-voltage systemspreventative maintenance strategiespredictive maintenance strategies
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsleadershipmentoringcommunicationteam collaborationsafety culture promotionincident investigationcorrective action implementationKPI establishment
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineeringBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineeringOSHA certificationNERC complianceNFPA 70E compliancevalid driver’s license