What The Role Is

The Continuous Improvement Specialist will play a key role in driving improvements across the wind and solar fleet by working with the sites and members of the corporate staff, including the Engineering, Data Analytics and the RPMC to implement policy and procedural changes based on data, analytical observations and feedback from personnel. The Continuous Improvement Specialist will report directly to the Continuous Improvement Manager.

This job posting is open to multiple locations but represents one available position*

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and perform a continuous Lost Energy Analysis to quantify sub-optimal performance and opportunity at assigned wind, solar and battery storage plants
• Perform Turbine and Inverter Fault Code Analysis and work with engineering and site personnel to lower the amount of faults through changes in standard work practices
• Aid in the development of Technician Troubleshooting Training and Procedures
• Perform 5 Why and Contributing Factor Analysis and push "simple" investigation strategies for qualifying events in the region
• Build and maintain a Performance Dashboard for the assigned region
• Assist with the development of Corrective Action Plans for assets that exhibit chronic underperformance
• Share lessons learned across the fleet
• Assist in the development of spare parts strategy
• Review and optimize the reset criteria
• Report performance to the Regional and General Manager on a monthly basis
• Represent the assigned region in the monthly COO Lost Energy Call to explain the energy impacts and corrective action plans
• Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices and maintain a safe working environment
• Operate and maintain a service vehicle when required
• Other assigned duties as determined by the CI Manage

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Associate degree (electrical or technical) is preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of wind turbine/solar inverter repair and maintenance experience
• Able to meet the requirements of CEG’s Qualified Electrical Worker program
• Able to climb towers unassisted up to 300 feet
• Able to work safely in a wide range of adverse climates and environments
• Experience maintaining wind turbines/solar inverters at a high availability factor
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record
• In-depth knowledge of fleet systems including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and SCADA.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge
• Proficiency in using MS Office software to include spreadsheet and document applications
• Familiar with analytics and reporting programs such as PI Vision, Spotfire, Power BI and Tobias
• Proficient in SAP and able to pull reports and analyze the data for deficiencies
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations
• Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team
• Able to travel as required - Up to 50%
• If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

Clearway 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

$85,000—$113,000 USD

Clearway 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 being 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.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, Carlsbad, Scottsdale, Houston, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

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.