Operations Specialist I at Clearway Energy

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Renewable Energy, UtilitiesIndustries

Requirements

  • SCADA experience, renewables technician experience, or other electrical experience
  • Resilient mindset that remains calm under pressure
  • Ability to work 12.5-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Available for 24-hour on-call duty
  • Ability to coordinate multiple activities and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence
  • Two years’ experience in Operations or a Solar and Wind Field Technician Role (preferred)
  • Competent technical knowledge of plant and system processes and experience in operating electrical and SCADA systems
  • Ability to take direction, identify problems, develop solutions, conduct analysis independently and in collaboration with others
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to work in difficult customer situations
  • Ability to work in a high-stress environment where decisions directly impact personnel safety and equipment reliability
  • Bachelor's degree or formal operations apprenticeship training or equivalent (preferred)
  • Knowledge of functional systems interactions (nice to have)
  • Attention to detailed, critical elements (nice to have)

Responsibilities

  • Proactively monitor and analyze real-time activities, performance, and operational status of Clearway Energy Utility Operating Assets to determine root cause and maintain data integrity for operational events
  • Identify abnormal operating and alarm conditions during the shift and react accordingly
  • Manage power plant operations, considering location, generation type, interconnect requirements, regional regulations, and customer contractual requirements in a high-stress, time-sensitive environment
  • Answer phones and emails during the shift
  • Coordinate, document, and implement remedial actions to maximize equipment availability and production/revenue according to pricing, resources, forecasts, and maintenance procedures
  • Interpret and execute activities associated with asset contracts (PPAs, LGIA’s, O&M agreements), including capacity scheduling/reporting, telemetry issues, or remote-control capability impacts
  • Operate multiple power plants in accordance with regulatory operating requirements (e.g., CPUC/WECC/Prudent Utility Practices)
  • Coordinate with Field Operations teams (Site Managers, Supervisors, technicians) for plant status verifications, downtime reporting, and safe remote equipment actions
  • Coordinate with external entities (Scheduling Coordinators, Transmission Operators, Reliability Entities) for status notifications or Operating Instructions
  • Support project commissioning by coordinating test energy scheduling and power plant operations activities, ensuring safety, regulatory, environmental, and operating compliance

Skills

SCADA
Real-time Monitoring
Performance Analysis
Alarm Management
Root Cause Analysis
Wind Energy
Solar Energy
Battery Storage
Power Plant Operations
Data Integrity

Clearway Energy

Develops and operates renewable energy projects

About Clearway Energy

Clearway Energy Group focuses on developing and operating renewable energy projects, primarily in the United States. The company has a diverse portfolio of over 350 projects, which includes large-scale solar and wind farms, as well as community solar initiatives. Their products work by generating electricity from renewable sources, which is then sold to utilities and large energy consumers through long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs). This model provides a steady revenue stream while promoting the use of clean energy and reducing carbon emissions. Clearway Energy Group differentiates itself from competitors by its extensive experience in the renewable energy sector and its commitment to high safety and performance standards in project execution. The company's goal is to facilitate the transition to a sustainable energy future by providing reliable and competitive clean energy solutions.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$1,600MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Life Insurance
Fertility Treatment Support
Adoption Assistance
Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Increased competition may impact Clearway's market share and profitability.
Supply chain constraints could delay project timelines and financial projections.
Fluctuating energy prices may affect Clearway's project viability and contracts.

Differentiation

Clearway Energy specializes in utility-scale solar and wind projects across the U.S.
The company secures long-term PPAs, ensuring stable revenue streams.
Clearway Energy integrates solar and storage, enhancing grid reliability and efficiency.

Upsides

Clearway's acquisition of Tuolumne Wind Project adds 137 MW to its portfolio.
The Inflation Reduction Act boosts demand for Clearway's renewable energy PPAs.
Clearway's $665M Texas project advances solar and storage integration.

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