LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is a high-growth renewable energy company forging a sustainable future through integrity, innovation, and positive impact. We own and operate 30 large wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States, totaling over 3 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.LRE has an ambitious goal of 10GW of operating assets by 2028 and are developing and contracting an increasing pipeline of new projects every year. We take a full-lifecycle approach to our projects, built on a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the environment.Job Summary:<ul><li>The Quality Control Technician will work in multiple environments, including office, warehouse, and in a trailer or building on construction sites and wind and solar farms.</li><li>He/she must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from twenty inches or less.</li><li>Job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking, bells whistles and alarms</li><li>The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Quality Control Technician position.</li><li>It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.</li><li>Will be required to work in inclement weather.</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Inspect jobsites, projects and wind turbines, solar farms, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).</li><li>Climb wind turbines to inspect maintenance practices.</li><li>Inspect work quality according to contract and process specifications.</li><li>Coordinate activities with site crews, subcontractors, EHS, and project/plant management</li><li>Coordinate quarterly service provider collaboration calls and plant inspections.</li><li>Work with plants and projects to develop improvement plans based on tracking and trending findings.</li><li>Performs other duties as necessary</li><li>Cooperates in Event Report Management and for all the implementation of relative corrective actions. Systematically records the nonconformity or event reports issued and identifies appropriate corrective actions.</li><li>Manages collaboration of measurement instruments and related certifications.</li><li>Informs the Project Manager or Plan Manager of any deviations.</li><li>Checks the completeness and conformity to specified applicable requirements, standards and/or directives.</li><li>Ensures that the inspections are conducted and that personnel have access to all required project documentation.</li><li>Makes site personnel aware of and train them on quality topics.</li><li>Ensures, whenever necessary, the update of site quality control plans / control procedures.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Must be a team player and have effective communication skills in dealing with co-workers and any other work-related contacts.</li><li>Bachelor’s/associate degree in related field preferred, but high school graduate is a minimum.</li><li>Prior experience with wind turbines, solar equipment and battery energy storage systems preferred.</li><li>Must be willing to follow all company directives and safety procedures.</li><li>Six years or more of work in Quality Control/Quality Assurance.</li><li>Possess a professional QAQC certification. ASQ certification preferred – Certified Quality Inspector or other nationally recognized certification.</li><li>Possess the ability to read and understand product drawings and to ensure compliance and adherence to all safety and quality expectations according to rules, regulations, and standards set by LRE.</li><li>Working knowledge and ability to use measuring instruments and test equipment</li><li>Must be proficient in all Microsoft Suite programs</li><li>Experience with Maximo preferred</li><li>Knowledgeable of ISO 9001 program elements and ability to transfer that knowledge into actionable items in the renewable energy business.</li><li>Strong computer skills required.</li><li>Strong analytical skills required.</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills required.</li><li>Valid Driver’s license required.</li><li>Expected travel up to 75%.</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS<ul><li>Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, and comprehension.</li><li>Will be required to lift, carry, and move objects safely.</li><li>Will be required to climb wind turbine towers.</li><li>Able to complete the Leeward QEW (qualified electrical worker) program within the first year.</li><li>Able to complete the competent climber and training on all Leeward rescue equipment.  This could specifically be listed as TSL competent climber, SRK11 and SPARK kit.</li></ul>Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.<h2>Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.</h2>

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) is a leading renewable energy company that owns and operates a portfolio of 24 renewable energy facilities across nine states totaling about 2,500 megawatts of generating capacity. LRE is actively developing and contracting new wind, solar, and energy storage projects in energy markets across the U.S., with 1.9 gigawatts contracted and 20 gigawatts under development and construction spanning over 100 projects. LRE is committed to providing long-term, sustainable energy solutions across all its projects that benefit its community partners while protecting and enhancing the environment. LRE is a portfolio company of OMERS Infrastructure, an investment arm of OMERS, one of Canada&rsquo;s largest defined benefit pension plans with C$121 billion in net assets (as of December 31, 2021). For more information, visit www.leewardenergy.com.

QA/QC Specialist - Renewable Energy

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is a high-growth renewable energy company forging a sustainable future through integrity, innovation, and positive impact. We own and operate 30 large wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States, totaling over 3 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.LRE has an ambitious goal of 10GW of operating assets by 2028 and are developing and contracting an increasing pipeline of new projects every year. We take a full-lifecycle approach to our projects, built on a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the environment.Job Summary:<ul><li>The Quality Control Technician will work in multiple environments, including office, warehouse, and in a trailer or building on construction sites and wind and solar farms.</li><li>He/she must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from twenty inches or less.</li><li>Job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking, bells whistles and alarms</li><li>The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Quality Control Technician position.</li><li>It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.</li><li>Will be required to work in inclement weather.</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Inspect jobsites, projects and wind turbines, solar farms, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).</li><li>Climb wind turbines to inspect maintenance practices.</li><li>Inspect work quality according to contract and process specifications.</li><li>Coordinate activities with site crews, subcontractors, EHS, and project/plant management</li><li>Coordinate quarterly service provider collaboration calls and plant inspections.</li><li>Work with plants and projects to develop improvement plans based on tracking and trending findings.</li><li>Performs other duties as necessary</li><li>Cooperates in Event Report Management and for all the implementation of relative corrective actions. Systematically records the nonconformity or event reports issued and identifies appropriate corrective actions.</li><li>Manages collaboration of measurement instruments and related certifications.</li><li>Informs the Project Manager or Plan Manager of any deviations.</li><li>Checks the completeness and conformity to specified applicable requirements, standards and/or directives.</li><li>Ensures that the inspections are conducted and that personnel have access to all required project documentation.</li><li>Makes site personnel aware of and train them on quality topics.</li><li>Ensures, whenever necessary, the update of site quality control plans / control procedures.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Must be a team player and have effective communication skills in dealing with co-workers and any other work-related contacts.</li><li>Bachelor’s/associate degree in related field preferred, but high school graduate is a minimum.</li><li>Prior experience with wind turbines, solar equipment and battery energy storage systems preferred.</li><li>Must be willing to follow all company directives and safety procedures.</li><li>Six years or more of work in Quality Control/Quality Assurance.</li><li>Possess a professional QAQC certification. ASQ certification preferred – Certified Quality Inspector or other nationally recognized certification.</li><li>Possess the ability to read and understand product drawings and to ensure compliance and adherence to all safety and quality expectations according to rules, regulations, and standards set by LRE.</li><li>Working knowledge and ability to use measuring instruments and test equipment</li><li>Must be proficient in all Microsoft Suite programs</li><li>Experience with Maximo preferred</li><li>Knowledgeable of ISO 9001 program elements and ability to transfer that knowledge into actionable items in the renewable energy business.</li><li>Strong computer skills required.</li><li>Strong analytical skills required.</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills required.</li><li>Valid Driver’s license required.</li><li>Expected travel up to 75%.</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS<ul><li>Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, and comprehension.</li><li>Will be required to lift, carry, and move objects safely.</li><li>Will be required to climb wind turbine towers.</li><li>Able to complete the Leeward QEW (qualified electrical worker) program within the first year.</li><li>Able to complete the competent climber and training on all Leeward rescue equipment.&nbsp; This could specifically be listed as TSL competent climber, SRK11 and SPARK kit.</li></ul>Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of&nbsp;race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.<h2>Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:&nbsp;Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.</h2>

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