Turbine Engineer III

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.  Job Summary: The Turbine Engineer III (P3) position reports to the Manager of Turbine Engineering, Operations, and provides support for wind turbine engineering issues with the primary responsibility of providing solutions to improve overall wind turbine operating performance. The goals of this position are to improve turbine energy capture by both reducing lost energy as well as increasing turbine efficiency and reliability. 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 team. Key Responsibilities: Applies knowledge to develop and implement solutions to proactively improve plant performance and reliability Interprets and analyzes advanced equipment performance data (e.g., SCADA tags, condition monitoring, power quality, event files) to resolve issues Drives resolution of recurring performance or reliability issues; supports CAPEX/OPEX planning with technical input Operates with moderate independence; proposes and implements engineering solutions within defined parameters Collaborates with adjacent support groups (e.g., asset management, HSE, and compliance); interfaces with suppliers Proactively and effectively interacts with internal and external clients to understand and clarify requirements and provide technical input Interacts and partners with more senior colleagues across multiple departments, which may include leaders; mentors less experienced team members Assess solutions for wind turbine technical issues identified at the wind farms including reliability and performance improvements Provide periodic on-site project management services during the execution of projects Develop data analytical models for wind plant operational performance Produce detailed technical written reports including independent root cause analyses, financial models and payback evaluations, and equipment condition evaluations Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or similar from an ABET-accredited institution   4+ years of relevant technical experience; experience with wind power generation preferred Thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical system component design, operation, and maintenance Ability to read…