Maintainance Engineer Manager
ACCIONA Energía · Illinois, United States · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHR$140k–$165k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Maintenance Engineering function and the Major Corrective Team in the scheduling, planning and execution of major component replacements.
- Utilize installed monitoring systems to forecast major component failures to ensure proper availability of parts to reduce downtime and minimize crane time.
- Develop and implement annual blade inspections, preventative maintenance programs, and technical solutions that maximize equipment availability, optimize costs, and deliver best-in-class performance.
- Maintain the technical document management system and ensure accurate maintenance records, procedures, and documentation.
- Ensure work performed at renewable generating facilities conforms to all applicable regulatory and manufacturer requirements.
- Monitor operating trends and implement technical and procedural solutions.
- Lead root cause analyses to identify failure modes and implement remediation strategies.
- Partner with the Procurement department to manage spare parts and tools, and establish relationships with third-party vendors and contractors.
- Develop and present the expense budget for the Maintenance Engineering function.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational and KPI reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Lead the recruitment, hiring, and development of Maintenance Engineering personnel, providing ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and technical training to support employee growth.
- Maintain required training certifications and proficiencies for self and team.
- Represent ACCIONA within the industry, including facilitation of professional presentations to national trade groups, and acting as an advisor to industry boards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience (advanced degree and/or P.E. license preferred).
- 5–10 years of operations and maintenance experience in energy facilities; renewable energy experience preferred.
- Demonstrated engineering problem-solving skills and experience implementing technical solutions.
- Experience managing maintenance activities, contracts, and technologies across large-scale facilities.
- Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
- Ability to plan and direct switching and tagging activities for wind farm operations and restoration.
- Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of budgeting and contract administration.
- Ability to travel up to 40% domestically and internationally.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors and climb vertical ladders up to 300 feet.
- Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a passport.
- Experience with Maximo is a plus.
- Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Pay & Benefits
- Base Pay: $140,000 to $165,000 (based on skills and experience)
- 15% Annual Bonus (based on performance and company metrics)
- Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
- Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.
- 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays.
- $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.
Job Location
55 East Monroe Street Suite 2900 Chicago, IL 60603