Technical Training Specialist

Technical Training Specialist – RWE Clean Energy, LLC

Full time, permanent. To start as soon as possible.

Functional area:

Operations & Maintenance. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations. Exempt.

• Deliver in-person classroom and on‑the‑job training to RWE technicians on various technical and safety topics related to multi‑brand wind turbines and solar farms.
• Independently manage classroom presentations and lead real‑world training scenarios for students to ensure safe and effective rescue response.
• Design and develop instructor‑led training (ILT) & eLearning on various technical, safety and in‑field trainings such as Solar technical, BESS, High Voltage Awareness, NFPA‑70E, Electrical Schematics, Electrical and Hydraulic troubleshooting, LOTO Awareness, Confined Space Awareness, etc.
• Upload & maintain training material on the training LMS, maintain accurate records and generate reports.
• Continuously evaluate and update training materials.
• Conduct site visits to perform training, practical exercises, administer exams, evaluate competencies, etc.
• Support development of other instructors through peer evaluation and feedback.
• Ensure all participants meet learning objectives in Course & Module Outlines during course delivery.
• Continuously develop new competencies and rescue techniques on multi‑brand turbines to support rescue response in all turbines serviced by RWE technicians.

• Associate’s degree in a related field of 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 1 year of experience in Solar, BESS, or a similar industry.
• Minimum 1 year of experience delivering formal training programs for adult learners in a safety or technical discipline.
• Good working knowledge of conducting PPE inspections, training administration tools and processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, 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 his/her discipline(s) with limited and/or available information. Identify areas of opportunity for training and develop & improve internal training initiatives.
• Problem solving – Good 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 diverse backgrounds during classroom and/or hands‑on presentations, 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 deadline‑oriented mindset while managing multiple and changing priorities.
• Flexibility – Able to make necessary adjustments to the plans to respond to changing conditions, must be able to travel on short notice.
• Resource management – Make effective use of available resources to achieve operating goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space.
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams.
• Ability to push/pull/lift tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, etc.).
• Ability to walk, climb, and stand extensively during the workday.
• Knowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of environmental and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned.