Wind Technician III

Job Description

This is an onsite position at our High Lonesome Wind Site in Rankin Texas.

The Opportunity

We are seeking highly skilled Acciona Wind Technicians with expert-level proficiency in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair of Acciona Wind Turbines. Candidates must be fully versed in turbine schematics, control systems, SCADA, SGCS, diagnostic tools, equipment, parts, and controllers, with proven experience in major component repairs and replacements. As senior level technicians, team members also serve as mentors, sharing their deep technical knowledge and supporting the development of junior technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality turbine operations.

What You'll Do at Enel

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis on Acciona wind turbine systems, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic subsystems.
• Lead or assist in the replacement of major components such as gearboxes, generators, blades, and transformers.
• Ensure compliance with OEM specifications and engineering standards during minor and major component swaps.
• Analyze and interpret advanced technical documentation, including electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and control system logic specific to Acciona turbine platforms.
• Utilize SCADA systems and diagnostic software to monitor turbine performance and identify anomalies.
• Conduct scheduled and corrective maintenance to ensure turbine availability and reliability.
• Complete detailed service reports, maintenance logs, and safety documentation (e.g., LOTO, JSA).
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior technicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and technical procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical support teams to implement proactive maintenance strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support balance of plant (BOP) operations, including substations, switchyards, and communication systems.
• Participate in quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) inspections and audits.
• Travel to regional sites (up to 25%) and respond to emergency maintenance needs on a 24/7 basis.
• Comply with all HSEQ policies and procedures (ISO9001/ISO14001/ISO45001).
• Assist with inventory control and BOP activities as needed.
• Participate in on-the-job training and complete all required training satisfactorily.

Who You Are

• Will support regional Wind Maintenance activities as needed.
• Will assist with QA/QC activities.
• Work in conjunction with Technical Support for proactive repairs.
• Comply with all HSEQ policies and procedures (ISO9001/ISO14001/ISO18001).
• Assist with inventory control as needed.
• Participate in on-the-job training and other training off site.
• Complete all required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframe.

What You've Accomplished

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related technical field OR equivalent combination of education and 5+ years of experience in wind turbine maintenance, with at least 4 years on Acciona platforms.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and repairing low- and medium-voltage systems.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools (e.g., DMMs, meggers, torque tools) and SCADA platforms.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vehicles.
• Ability to climb wind turbine towers up to 100+ meters multiple times per week.
• Must meet ANSI Fall Protection Standards for weight and safety.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• OEM training or certification on Acciona wind turbine models (e.g., AW-1500, AW-3000).
• Experience with crane and rigging operations.
• Familiarity with ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 standards.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a wind energy environment.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

What Enel Offers You

Enel North America offers its regular full-time employees affordable, quality healthcare for you and your family, life insurance and disability benefits to provide security, and retirement benefits to help you plan for your financial future. In addition, we offer an array of other benefits such as flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement and professional development allowance. Benefits are effective as of day one!

Some additional perks to working with Enel North America include:

• 401k with match fully vested as of day one. Enel-NA matches 100% of the first 4% that you contribute up to set IRS limits.
• Generous PTO that supports work/life balance including: 4 weeks annually of vacation as well as personal days, volunteer days, your birthday off, paid holidays, and sick time. Proration may apply during first year of employment.
• Home office set-up stipend.
• Paid leave programs.
• The opportunity to grow and develop your career with the support and mentorship of senior leaders.
• The opportunity to work for one of the world's most recognizable and respected brands in the energy industry that believes by working together we can create a new energy era in which the world can become more sustainable.

An employee's eligibility for these benefits shall be subject to the governing documents for such plans and programs and/or company policy. The benefits described above may be modified or eliminated with or without notice in accordance with the governing documents and applicable law.

EEO Statement

Enel North America is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information. We will not discriminate, in any employment decision, against any individual or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veterans/national guard/military reserve status. This shall be done in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in every location in which Enel North America has facilities. Enel North America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Accessibility - If you require accessibility assistance applying for open positions please contact [email protected].