Lead Fleet Engineer [Remote]

EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

Works directly with the Asset Managers, Operations and Maintenance personnel, Project Managers and fellow Performance and Reliability Engineering team members to identify, quantify, investigate, report on and correct the root causes of sub-optimal fleet performance and reliability.  

• Perform (and/or manage third party consultants) in conducting Root Cause Analysis to determine primary reasons for major failures affecting plant operations
• Perform (and/or manage third party consultants) in developing Engineering Solutions to serial design defects while providing technical assistance to warranty claims processes
• Lead initiatives to develop engineering practices and processes that improve engineering quality, productivity, and results
• Coordinate efforts between Fleet Engineers, Asset Managers, and site technicians to develop and implement improvements to site performance and reliability
• Perform reliability studies using Weibull analysis of various equipment to predict failure lifetimes on major components
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience –

• Requires Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university.  Advanced degree preferred. 

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities –

• Working knowledge of equipment utilized in the renewable energy sector inclusive of utility scale wind, solar, battery systems, and power converters. 
• Demonstrated experience leading Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action problem solving for electrical systems and components. 
• Demonstrated experience using Design of Experiments and simulations to determine key factors leading to failures and reduced performance of solar inverters or electrical converters. 
• Demonstrated experience developing component or repair specifications and working with suppliers to qualify electrical components for purchase or repair. 
• Familiarity with standards including UL61800-5-1, UL1741, and NFPA70E. 
• Ability to present and effectively communicate technical topics to a non-technical audience.  
• Ability to work independently and with a team to develop innovative solutions to technical problems. 
• Preference for experience with OSI PI, JMP, Minitab, Python, SAP, ReliaSoft Weibull++/BlockSim, and Tableau 
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights >80 meters. 

Working Conditions –

• 85% of time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment
• 15% of time is spent outside of the office visiting vendors’ and/or internal customers’ sites in addition to attending various conferences and meetings

This role’s annual base salary range is between $130,000 and $171.000.

In addition, EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employment incentives, including.

• Competitive Bonus incentives: This position is eligible for our annual bonus program
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness premium coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Rewarding 401k Package: EDF Renewables provides a generous contribution with immediate vesting

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable time off programs, including paid parental leave
• Rewarding Learning & Development Opportunities
• Supportive Mentorship & Buddy Programs

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of Delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.