Technical Training Specialist

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Operations & Maintenance

Remuneration: Exempt

Reporting to the Sr Manager, Operations Training, the Technical Training Specialist will help design and conduct various technical, safety and in-field trainings like Solar Technical, BESS, High Voltage Awareness, NFPA-70E, Electrical Schematics, Electrical and Hydraulic troubleshooting, LOTO Awareness, Confined Space Awareness, etc. amongst other trainings, to align employee performance with the goals of the organization. The Technical Training Specialist will also determine training objectives and write training programs, including outlines, handouts, courses, exams as well as design practical exercises.

The Technical Training Specialist will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Candidates will need a wide degree of creativity and latitude and will be required to perform other related duties as needed.

• Delivers in-person classroom and on-the-job training to RWEA technicians on various technical and safety topics related to multi-brand wind turbines as well as solar farms
• Independently manages classroom presentations and leads real-world training scenarios for students to ensure safe and effective rescue responses
• Designs and develops instructor-led training (ILT) & eLearning on various technical, safety and in-field training like Solar technical, BESS, High Voltage Awareness, NFPA-70E, Electrical Schematics, Electrical and Hydraulic troubleshooting, LOTO Awareness, Confined Space Awareness, etc.
• Uploads & maintains training material on training LMS and maintains accurate records & generates reports
• Continuously evaluates and updates training materials
• Responsible for site visits to perform training, conduct practical exercises, administer exams, evaluate competencies, etc.
• Supports development of other instructors through peer evaluation and feedback
• Ensures all participants meet learning objectives in Course & Module Outlines during course delivery
• Continuously develops new competencies and rescue techniques on multi-brand turbines to support rescue response in all turbines serviced by RWEA technicians.
• Participates in training audits as and when required

• Associates degree in related field in either Education/Learning/Training or wind turbine or solar technology
• Solar and/or BESS certification highly desired
• OSHA 500/501 trainer course for construction/general industry preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Solar, BESS, or similar industry
• Minimum 2 years of experience delivering formal training programs for adult learners in a safety or technical discipline
• Strong working knowledge of conducting PPE inspections, training administration tools and processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines as well as pivot as priorities shift
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Initiative – Must be able to work with minimum supervision and make decisions for all issues related to their discipline(s) with limited and/or available information; identifies areas of opportunity for training and develop & improve internal training initiatives
• Problem‑Solving – Strong ability to plan, organize and deliver training in dynamic field environments to ensure course material is covered and objectives are met
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Interpersonal Skills – Proven record of dealing and interacting with management and technical teams; skilled in human relations, conflict resolution and facilitation in a team environment; proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds during a classroom and/or hands‑on presentation, including assessing and checking for understanding during practical rescue exercises
• Technical/Functional Knowledge – High level knowledge of electrical and hydraulic schematics, troubleshooting and high voltage equipment including switching concepts and safe work methods for work on wind turbines and solar farms
• Must demonstrate a detail‑ and…