Job Tag: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

The Energy Efficiency Program Assistant makes a direct impact on the overall programmatic goals for Ameren Illinois. This position is a trusted and reliable resource for the program, ensuring data quality to enable Ameren customer’s energy efficiency incentives and helping to find ways to improve comfort, manage usage, and reduce cost. Duties to be performed include, but not limited to review and process energy efficiency paperwork, accurately enter data into spreadsheets and database programs, track and report program activities, conduct office administrative tasks, and manage incoming workflow. Individual must be flexible team player with the ability to handle multiple tasks and assist all team members in the delivery of multiple energy efficiency programs.

This is a trusted source to the program’s business operations and activities. This position will report to the MDI Project Manager and perform an extensive array of administrative/operational tasks along with providing support to all departments of the Energy Efficiency Portfolio.

Location: This position will require the ability to commute weekly to our Peoria, Illinois office. Candidate would need to be located within commuting distance of Peoria, Illinois.

The Challenge:

Organize meetings for the department, and take notes for distribution
Manage and track deliverables related to the program in a timely manner
Assist with processing applications and verifying customer eligibility
Assist with calling customers, application entry and cleanup as necessary
Provide general administrative support including mailing, scanning, faxing, printing, and copying
Reserve conference rooms and schedule conference calls
Perform general clerical support dependent on division and assist with ad-hoc requests of this nature as needed
Complete data entry within the EE Program database and create reports for distribution
Ability to assist Leidos team members with entry-level tasks and ensure their completion
Coordinate with EE Program partners as needed with direction from team management

What Sets You Apart:

High school diploma with one plus (1+) years’ professional experience
Eager to learn and adapt in a changing environment
Knowledge in MS Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to consistently learn, contribute, and adapt in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to prioritize multiple functions and tasks, and manage work time efficiently
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to commute to the office weekly and as needed.

The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) is seeking to hire a seasoned professional to help to lead our dynamic and growing clean energy portfolio. Since 2020, FAS has supported the advancement of climate and clean energy policy, working hand in hand with policymakers from across the federal government to develop and support policies and programs aimed at accelerating a just clean energy transition across the United States. In this historic moment of investment, FAS is well positioned to continue to evolve and design innovative programming and policies to support the transition to a clean energy future. We seek an entrepreneurial, resourceful, clean energy and climate enthusiast to join our ranks to support and lead this exciting portfolio.
What you’ll do (core responsibilities)

Oversee the management of FAS clean energy activities: oversee the FAS’ clean energy portfolio including directing individuals and teams in the design, development and delivery of clean energy policy, programming and fellowships.
Lead and grow strategic initiatives to advance and grow FAS’ clean energy portfolio: support the development and execution of strategies to grow the FAS clean energy portfolio including engaging with policymakers to identify opportunities, building and executing on fundraising, and converting emergent opportunities to advance FAS impact into new programs and policy wins.
Serve as FAS subject matter expert on clean energy: Provide FAS and federal partners with subject matter expertise to inform strategic opportunities to drive progress on clean energy policy and initiatives across FAS including fellowship placements, policy development and design, strategic communications, and other emergent areas as needed based on FAS’ mission and goals.
Develop policy ideas and support implementation with key federal partners: engage with policymakers from across the federal energy ecosystem to identify opportunities, work to design and develop actionable policy proposals, and support their implementation.
Provide vision and support for clean energy implementation efforts connected to recent Federal legislation (i.e., IIJA, IRA): help develop and guide a set of emerging activities to support the delivery of new work focused on maximizing outcomes from the recent federal legislation at the state and local level

Skills and Experience (Requirements)

A deep understanding of the U.S. federal energy ecosystem and experience in some of the following: past and existing policies and core federal energy programs, critical agencies and offices and their functions and strategic priorities, the clean energy innovation pipeline and its component parts across federal R&D, commercialization, and deployment, and other related programs or policies within clean energy.
Experience researching, advocating, and/or developing climate and energy policy and working with federal policymakers/legislators to support implementation.
A working understanding of climate and clean energy innovation and technology across the United States and the challenges and opportunities to advance and accelerate deployment.
10+ years professional experience with 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, overseeing teams and projects with increasing responsibilities including building project plans, overseeing programs and operative models, and leading teams to successfully achieving goals.
An understanding of federal innovation tools and policy levers to drive change in government.
A passion and interest in building programs and strategic initiatives to advance FAS work and impact to achieve a clean energy future in the United States.
A problem solver and big thinker mindset capable of identifying opportunities for impact, developing proposals and project plans to achieve that impact, and leading early career staff in execution of those projects.
An entrepreneurial spirit and demonstrated ability to manage through ambiguity and successfully build robust and impactful initiatives.

Nice to have

Direct experience working in or with the U.S. Department of Energy.
Demonstrated disciplinary skill sets and a diversity of experiences to bring to bear from management consulting, research and advocacy, applied innovation and design, technology, product management, etc.

POSITION SUMMARY: The City of South Bend’s Office of Sustainability seeks a Project Manager to support project implementation and play an integral role in developing and implementing the City’s climate change mitigation projects. The Project Manager will accelerate and augment progress to decarbonizing the built environment and the transportation system and may also support other sustainability projects. They will work closely with the Director of Sustainability and other staff within the Office of Sustainability team to develop the Office’s strategy, and they will take the lead in executing programs that help our community achieve its sustainability goals. The Project Manager will plan, direct, and coordinate projects that improve energy efficiency, increase renewable power, and boost clean transportation in the community.

About the Office of Sustainability & the City’s Commitment to Climate Action

The Office of Sustainability’s mission is to mobilize the community to address the climate emergency. The Office does this by:

Illuminating ways to reduce pollution and adapt to a changing climate
Collaborating with the community to address the climate crisis
Designing, developing, and delivering climate solutions

The Office of Sustainability leads the implementation of our community’s Climate Action Plan, which has the overarching goal of zero emissions by 2050. Please visit our website, www.southbendin.gov/sustainability, to learn more about our existing programs!

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May assist Director in direct supervision of sustainability interns and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan, organize, manage, participate in, and direct the work of projects within the Office of Sustainability’s portfolio including developing and implementing workplans, monitoring project budgets, managing contracts, and evaluating outcomes
Recommend, develop, and implement processes, systems, and projects that promote communication, mutual accountability, and improved outcomes for the Office of Sustainability
Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of initiatives
Manage and balance multiple partners’ needs and help them overcome obstacles
Assist with grant writing and tracking as needed
Plan and coordinate occasional events
Conduct policy research to identify best practices for addressing needs in South Bend
Collaborate with the Office of Sustainability team to prepare long-term mitigation and adaptation strategies in coordination with community stakeholders and work closely with them to incorporate input and solicit support
Support and lead projects, programs, and initiatives, such as energy savings for commercial and residential buildings, EV (Electric Vehicle) adoption and the expansion of EV infrastructure, and energy savings solutions for internal City operations
Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as apparent or as delegated

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in planning, environmental science, sustainability, sustainable business, engineering, public administration/policy, government, economics, social studies, or equivalent. Master’s degree preferred
Spanish proficiency preferred

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Experience and/or interest in sustainable energy and transportation preferred
Strong understanding of sustainability and resiliency theories and programs, as well as federal, state, and local policies and initiatives
Excellent project management skills
Demonstrated experience developing clear timelines and goals
Proven ability to solve problems creatively
Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Experience and comfort in customer service preferred
High degree of comfort with stakeholder and change management
Experience developing collaborative and innovative approaches that improve outcomes
Excellent conflict resolution and facilitation skills
Ability to perform large-scale data collection, analysis, report design, and management to evaluate and improve outcomes
Able to work with sensitive information while using appropriate measures to safeguard privacy and handling sensitive situations appropriately
Demonstrated ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, humility, and good humor
Ability to function in an ambiguous, fast-moving, multi-stakeholder team-based environment
Comfortable working with Microsoft Office tools, especially PowerPoint and Excel, and learns new technologies easily
GIS (Geographic Information Systems) experience and web design experience a plus
Bold commitment to racial diversity, social justice, and equitable provision of services to all. Promotes solutions that are inclusive and innovative

The Office of Sustainability (OOS) works with partners around the city to improve quality of life in all of Philadelphia neighborhoods through addressing environmental justice, reducing the city’s carbon emissions, and preparing Philadelphia for a hotter and wetter future.

Job Description

The Program Coordinator, Energy Infrastructure Performance reports to the Program Manager, Energy Infrastructure Performance and collaborates with other members of the MEO Energy Office, the Office of Sustainability (OOS), Department of Public Property, building management teams, building controls vendors, and additional partners including other departments. This position leads the City’s Building Monitoring Program, which uses building automation systems (BAS) to understand building energy consumption and implement measures to reduce it. This position is also responsible for providing support with the City’s BAS Central Supervisor and network of BASs in coordination with vendors and consultants.

Additional duties include coordinating the creation of reports highlighting energy infrastructure condition of buildings and plans for improving facilities energy consumption and resilience. This is an opportunity to help solve complex problems, gain valuable experience in energy management, building automation system basics, and municipal operations, and to contribute to Philadelphia’s sustainability goals as outlined in the City’s Municipal Energy Master Plan.

Essential Functions

Support the City’s Building Monitoring Program.
Support contract and contractors for the program.
Organize meetings with contractors and building managers.
Support building managers in identifying and implementing operational efficiencies.
Keep building automation systems and associated inventories and software/hardware updated.
Support the development of capital projects based on data collected from program.
Work to expand the program by including additional systems and buildings.
Coordinate energy infrastructure reports for select municipal buildings.
Support the development of requests for proposals (RFPs) and manage associated contracts.
Support the Procurement and Analytics unit in running reports, analyzing data, supporting energy conservation and efficiency programs, and office administrative items.
Assist all members of the Municipal Energy Office in energy reporting, messaging about energy use, addressing energy use anomalies, and other tasks as required by the team.
Collaborate with a multitude of City agencies including OOS, the Office of Innovation and Technology, and the Department of Public Property to develop and implement programs that further reduce the City’s energy use.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong meeting and group facilitation skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to effectively develop presentations highlighting data for various audiences of internal stakeholders.
Ability to manipulate, analyze, and organize large data sets.
Comfortable and effective working both independently and with a team.
Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with building commissioning, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) controls, and/or building automation systems is preferred.

Oakland University is a doctoral/research-intensive public institution that serves an enrollment of over 16,000 students. The university is located thirty miles north of Detroit in suburban Oakland County on 1,500 park-like acres amid a state of immense ecological diversity, a breathtaking range of lakes, streams, natural preservation lands, and the nation’s longest freshwater coastline. Oakland University is surrounded by a nexus of urban, suburban and rural communities, and a range of global manufacturers, tech companies and a Who’s Who of leading global corporations. The university is integrated in one of the most culturally diverse regions in the country, and strives to be a model campus of diversity, equity and inclusion. Located close to Detroit, which was recently ranked 12th in desirable U.S. cities to live given climate change by Money, Inc (2023). OU offers a unique location wherein the university can collaborate with industry and community to develop model sustainability practices and methods.

The selected candidate will be the “founding associate provostâ€ of the Oakland University Center for Sustainability. As the Associate Provost of Sustainability, this leader will establish and oversee the center and play a prominent leadership role in integrating academic programs, research projects, campus operations and strategic community engagement sustainability initiatives with communities throughout the region.

The Associate Provost of Sustainability will play an integral role in developing a three-year plan that includes collaborating on a fundraising strategy with Advancement, attracting grants and other types of funding, and creating the groundwork for a “living buildingâ€ to be located on campus (including participating in the Living Building Challenge), and supported through donations. The “living buildingâ€ will be the site of sustainability education, research and a symbol of Oakland’s commitment to a sustainable society and planet. Ultimately, they are expected to put in place a foundation for the Center’s long-term financial viability.

Internally, the Associate Provost is responsible for fostering a culture of sustainability on OU’s campus by identifying, coordinating, and serving as a catalyst for units and individuals who are implementing sustainability programs; and engaging with executive campus leadership, faculty, staff, and students to foster sustainability broadly across campus units. Furthermore, the Associate Provost develops the annual sustainability planning priorities for the campus; identifies annual expected outcomes, and coordinates appropriate evaluation of these efforts, including a highly collaborative working relationship with the respective staffs in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, facilities management, procurement, waste management, energy, transportation, food/dining and Human Resources.

The Associate Provost works closely with the Center’s Executive Committee to clarify the mission, vision, goals, and a strategic plan for advancing the Center. The Executive Committee is composed of faculty members, a representative from the President’s Office, a representative from University Advancement, a representative from Student Affairs, a staff representative, and a representative from Finance and Administration.

In public matters, the Associate Provost will be the university spokesperson for sustainability related issues, and will engage with communities in supporting the university’s community engagement principles, while promoting relevant university community expertise in sustainability. The Associate Provost will be the key contact with the Oakland County Director of Sustainability in the on-going development of the county-wide sustainability plan.

The Associate Provost will maintain an active role in teaching and research with the possibility of this position coming with tenure as Assistant Vice President or Associate Provost depending on experience. Consideration for faculty appointment will be made commensurate with teaching and research experience in a relevant school or college based on expertise. As an academic administrator, the primary role is administrative (not teaching, research and service), but there will be opportunities to engage in teaching, research and service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads effort to develop, enhance, and implement the Oakland University’s Sustainability Plan.
Promotes and supports the development of academic sustainability research, teaching, and learning.
Works closely with OU facilities department and others around campus to engage in a collaborative, integrative and coherent university sustainability team.
Conducts collaborative research, analyses, and public process to identify, develop, and manage innovative and effective programs to improve the overall sustainability of the university campus.
Monitors, measures, and reports program performance.
Prioritizes proposed environmental projects and creates a unified strategy to move OU towards sustainability in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
Important issues to address include energy use and conservation, water conservation, recycling and waste reduction, transportation choices, building design, and education.
Proposes sustainability initiatives or provides the necessary background research on initiatives proposed by other departments while assessing short- and long-term cost effectiveness, technical feasibility, and probability of achieving acceptance.
Maintains and updates an information database to monitor emissions on campus. Measures and reports information regarding emissions through graphs, charts, and visual displays. Offers data-informed recommendations on how to reduce energy use and emissions.

Identifies key grants and funding sources to support the office and sustainability initiatives.
Work closely with OU Advancement to support fundraising strategies related to sustainability.
Attends workshops, seminars and conferences related to energy and sustainability for professional development through networking opportunities.
Participates in regional and state efforts on sustainability practices.
Develops, collaborates and leads sustainability (education) awareness campaigns on and off campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy or Management, Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Humanities, or related field.
Participation in The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability (AASHE), United States Green Building Council (USGBC), International Well Building Institute (IWBI), or International Living Future Institute (ILFI).
Three to five years related professional experience including development and implementation of energy efficiency, renewable energy, carbon reduction and general sustainability programs.
Preferably, academic record suitable for faculty appointment at a senior rank, and administrative experience at the department, school, or university level.
Evidence of a collaborative leadership style and ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, facilities and administration.

The Sustainability Coordinator will coordinate campus sustainability initiatives and help integrate sustainability into College initiatives.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborates with faculty, staff, students, administrators, and campus committees to advance College’s leadership in campus sustainability.
Coordinates institutional sustainability activities, including Campus Race to Zero Waste and Earth Week.
Supports student engagement in sustainability programs, including student organizations and individuals.
Coordinates the preparation of the College’s Sustainability Tracking and Assessment Rating System (STARS) submission; update the submission annually to keep its information current; disseminate and communicate its results; identify means and methods for continuous improvement.
Liaise with sustainability personnel at other education institutions, businesses, governments, and the community to share experience and practices and promote collaboration.
Coordinates waste reduction efforts working with grounds, dining services, campus life, and other departments on recycling and composting efforts at all campus events.
Supports campus wide engagement in sustainability programs including orientation and residence hall advisors; promote sustainability and educational collaborations.
Works with the Division of Strategic Communications and Marketing to promote coverage of sustainability at the College; produce internal and external sustainability communications.
Monitors the sustainable sustainability budget.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma and a minimum of five years of related work experience are required.

This position requires excellent customer service focus and time management skills. Organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail are essential in developing and/or enhancing departmental processes. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Professional demeanor with the ability to interface with internal and external customers with diplomacy and tact is essential.

Excellent oral communication skills are required when providing information and responding to questions from students, parents, employees, and the public in one-on-one or group situations. Also, must be able to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. Good proofreading skills are essential.

This work requires the ability to perform advanced level computer skills using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) which includes such things preparing various forms of correspondence, proposals, PowerPoint presentations. Must be able to create and maintain complex databases using spreadsheets to track information for the department and programs. Must be capable of using Outlook, Banner Financial Module, and Internet. Must be proficient in conducting internet searches of information needed for the efficient operations of the department and programs.

The Sustainability Analyst is responsible for supporting the sustainability and Environmental, Social Governance (ESG) initiatives that advance Vontier’s long-term strategy. This individual will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders on sustainability-related data management, reporting, and program implementation to further advance Vontier’s position as a sustainability leader within the Industrial Technology sector.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Collaborate with the sustainability team members as well as other internal departments to maintain Vontier’s sustainability reporting and disclosures database for annual reports (ex. GRI, CDP, DJSI, etc.) and other presentations, disclosures, and assessments for stakeholders to ensure timely, consistent, and accurate reporting
• Partner with teams across our businesses to identify and execute Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reductions for our products throughout their useful lifecycle
• Collaborate with Procurement team on activities with suppliers, including distributing and maintaining Scope 3 GHG surveys and educating suppliers on Vontier’s decarbonization goals
• Manage the Green Champions sustainability program; collaborate with sustainability team members to create learning and development opportunities for the cohort
• Support Vontier’s Sustainability Manager in monitoring sustainability performance, including energy, waste, and water metrics at manufacturing facilities
• Work with internal teams to identify and implement opportunities and controls (procedures, trainings, etc.) to systemize and formalize data collection, quality assurance, and reporting processes
• Manage internal or third-party validations and audits of sustainability data
• Translate sustainability-related topics and summarize data to others at various levels of understanding to drive program awareness and communicate program goals and results
• Stay abreast of current and potential sustainability disclosures; performing gap analyses to identify and implement improvement opportunities
• Perform other duties as necessary

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree required with a preferred emphasis in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience managing, analyzing, and reporting sustainability and/or ESG data for a publicly traded company is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex subject matter clearly and compellingly in both written and verbal forms
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
• Proven ability to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to effectively manage multiple workstreams
• Strong ability to prioritize and execute tasks and conform to shifting priorities and timelines
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel as needed

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

The base compensation range for this position is $66,000 to $89,700 per annum. Your actual base salary will be determined based upon a number of factors, which may include relevant experience, skills, location (labor market data), credentials (education, certifications), and internal equity.

Seton Hall University, an archdiocesan Catholic institution founded in 1856, invites applications for a full-time tenure track professor at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences to start Fall 2024, pending final budgetary approval.

The Department of Biological Sciences is undergoing rapid growth and seeks to develop coursework and research in environmental sciences and related fields.

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a diverse research environment including PhD/MS graduate programs, core facilities, and a collaborative environment. Additional information on the department and its research faculty is described here: https://www.shu.edu/biology/index.cfm

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will develop a research program that involves both undergraduate and graduate students and can be externally funded. The position includes teaching biology major required courses, ecology focused courses, as well as graduate courses within their area of expertise. Faculty are also expected to mentor Graduate students’ research; offer experiential research opportunities with advising to undergraduate students; and provide services to the department, college, and university.

More specifically, the hire would be expected to (1) run a core biology courses & support the biology majors in all sciences; (2) increase the variety of upper-level bio-electives by offering new courses such as Sustainable Agriculture and Habitat Restoration or Environmental Toxicology and participate in the ongoing creation of academic programs in Environmental Science; (3) assist with educating, managing, mentoring, and advising the increased number of biology majors; (4) provide a computational based research space for undergrads and graduate students; (5) assist with all the day today activities that are important to a functional department; and (6), just as importantly, the faculty member will participate in innovative, collaborative program development in interdisciplinary STEM fields as part of our “STEM Initiative.â€ This concentration will provide student support for occupations in “Green Fieldsâ€ including environmental engineering, conservation scientists, and urban planning.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Environmental Sciences or related fields (Ecology, Marine Biology, Plant Biology, Botany, Geology, Earth Science). Preferred candidates would have 2yrs of relevant postdoctoral training, a strong publication record, and previous teaching experience at the college level. (ABDs will be considered)

Desired Qualifications:

Applicants will be expected to establish and sustain an energetic, externally funded research program. The successful candidate will mentor graduate student research/projects and offer experiential research opportunities to undergraduate students.

Essential Functions and Objectives:

Spearheads development and execution of District-wide programs of sustainability policy, environmental stewardship, energy conservation, and environmental literacy through the integration of education, research, facilities and operations. Assists in the development, articulation and implementation of the District’s vision of sustainability and promotes this vision internally and externally.

– Manages the development of the Renew Our Schools Program, National Wildlife Federation’s Eco Schools Program and the US Dept of Education’s Green Ribbons Program within District schools; supports the Youth Sustainability Board and District Student’s Climate Action in the creation of climate action goals for individual schools and the District as a whole.

– Collaborates across departments and with outside third parties to develop and implement economically justified sustainability projects, initiatives and campaigns; supports and helps organize departmental and school green teams and sustainability clubs to help drive behavioral changes to an overall culture of sustainability within the District.

– Develops, identifies and delivers professional development on sustainable behaviors and works with teachers to integrate sustainability education into curriculum; develops and/or identifies sustainability curriculum for teachers to use, creating a clearinghouse of resources for teachers with clear links to State and District education standards; and supports teachers and students as an expert in sustainability to help drive behavioral changes through education, experiences, competitions and more.

– Measures, tracks and disseminates progress towards District sustainability goals via data gathering and reporting; represents District in the local community and region as well as at regional and national sustainability meetings.

– Collaborates with third parties (e.g. businesses, city) to ensure the District is utilizing all support resources and energy and water efficiency incentives to drive sustainability initiatives, reduce resource consumption and drive down expenditures.

– Monitors energy and water use and works across departments to address problems in energy and water usage; makes recommendations regarding methods, behaviors and technologies to reduce waste, save energy, save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase environmental awareness among students, staff and the larger District community.

– Assists with the grant application process for projects related to sustainability and environmental instruction in classrooms, energy and water efficiency, vehicle electrification, renewable energy and others in support of sustainability initiatives.

– Works cross-functionally to create, implement and monitor environmentally and ethically responsible purchasing and reduce food waste and to disseminate information on the sustainability best practices and opportunities.

– Collaboratively organizes annual sustainability and garden forums for the larger District community.

– Supports efforts to make sure that all District facility improvements, new construction and major renovations incorporate energy efficiency design principles, healthy building practices, sustainable materials.

Knowledge, Experience & Other Qualifications:

– Five (5) or more years of progressive experience within sustainability or environmental sciences, including program and/or project management.

– Five (5) or more years experience conducting trainings and professional development.

– Knowledge of program management best practices.

– Work style that yields high results when working independently or as part of a team.

– Ability to foster effective relationships with district staff, schools, and external partners.

– Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

– Ability to develop, plan, and implement short and long-range goals, establish priorities, and organize resources.

– Ability to multi-task without compromising integrity or fidelity.

– Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines.

– Inspired, visionary who can foster/generate excitement, buy-in and understanding with colleagues and employees outside of the team.

– Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google products including Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides.

– High degree of integrity in handling confidential information.

Education Requirements:

– Bachelor’s Degree required.

Position Overview: The SCADA engineer in Siemens Gamesa is responsible for SCADA installation, maintenance, network architecture design and sub-system support as part of the Technology Services team. The SCADA networks are used for controlling, operating and monitoring wind energy power plants. A successful candidate has the ability to work effectively and diligently as an individual engineer and team member in front of both internal and external customers and may be exposed to challenging areas of customer interface and sales strategies.

How to contribute to our vision

Maintenance & Support

Maintain and support the SCADA Systems in North America region.
Maintain response and resolution time for SCADA issues according to KPI provided.
Periodic checkup, track & coordinate with wind farm /Site operation /customer to do proactive maintenance of the SCADA & its sub-system.
Assist other SCADA team members, Engineering & field personnel in root cause analysis and troubleshooting SCADA & its sub-system.
Handling, configuration and troubleshooting of the wind farm networks, which includes but is not limited to the wind farm fiber-optic and Ethernet networks, switches, radios (WAN and LAN)
Prepare & maintain technical documentation related to SCADA both for internal (SCADA team, Operation) and for external (customers)

Customer Support

Should be able/willing to handle customer calls /support directly.
Support MOD/Grid regulation testing with customers

Installation & Test

Travel to wind farms for installation /upgrade of SCADA & its sub systems
Conduct /Perform Factory acceptance test & Site acceptance test for SCADA

What you need to make a difference

Master’s or Bachelor’s or associate degree in computer /Electrical /Electronics/ Communication related field of study mandatory

Must be familiar & worked previously with any industrial standard SCADA systems (preferable in wind power industry)
Strong working knowledge of Database systems – like SQL ,
Worked /has experience in using Virtual systems like Hyper V , VMware etc
Knowledge of NERC /CIP/Cyber security for power plants, preferably renewables (Wind)
Must be familiar & worked with industrial standards protocols – MODBUS, DNP, IEC, OPC
Networking experience with certification or equivalent experience
Strong Windows Server knowledge (any Microsoft cert preferable)
Basic knowledge about power systems and regulation standards

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience

Working knowledge of instrumentation related to SCADA/Control systems
Programming languages – C ,C++ , CITECT etc
Wind farm / Energy SCADA experience