Renewable Energy Field Engineer – Wind & Solar Inspections

Puget Sound Energy is seeking a Renewable Energy Field Specialist to work at a renewable energy site outside Columbus, Montana, in Stillwater County. The Specialist reports to the Plant Manager and works closely with the Program Manager.

• Under general direction of the Plant Manager, provides oversight, direction, and support to team members, service providers, contractors, and vendors.
• Coordinates and communicates daily with operations personnel.
• Facilitates communication between the Plant Manager, service providers, and internal customers, including technical support as directed by the Plant Manager.
• Reviews and supports project-related documentation, technical memorandums, design plans, specifications, and other project materials; manages specific project tasks as directed by the Plant Manager.
• Fields customer concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution.
• Performs solar module inspections.
• Applies basic project management concepts and practices.
• Tracks project milestones and deliverables and reports on project and program progress as directed.
• Performs generation facility, equipment, and system inspections.
• Performs wind turbine inspections. Climbs wind turbines > 300 feet in severe hot and cold weather conditions.
• Facilitates and provides technical assistance to service providers and internal and external customers.
• Supports emergency response work and outage response as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in engineering, business, science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of relevant work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of cost estimating and scheduling concepts.
• Proficient with basic computer programs: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, or equivalent e‑mail.
• Knowledge of electro‑mechanical equipment and systems, tooling, techniques, and procedures involved in maintenance and repair of operating equipment.
• Ability to make independent decisions, influence others, and resolve issues.
• Customer‑oriented, positive, team‑oriented attitude, flexibility, and strong work ethic.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Qualified and maintain working at heights qualification.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or related discipline.
• Experience managing projects and programs.
• Project management training.
• Understanding of underground and overhead electrical‑communication equipment systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to write clear, concise, and direct narrative and reports.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and conceptual skills for single or multiple technical areas.
• Experience with electro‑mechanical equipment and systems.
• Advanced project management training or certification (PMI or accredited institution).
• Ambition to expand knowledge, experience, and responsibility.

The pay range is $80,200.00–$, and the position is eligible for annual goal‑based incentive bonuses. PSE offers medical, dental, vision, basic life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, an Employee Assistance Program, a 401(k) investment option, a cash balance retirement plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Holidays.

This position is safety‑sensitive and is subject to pre‑employment drug screening, including screening for marijuana and its metabolites. The Specialist must uphold safety compliance standards inherent in PSE, OSHA, and Montana State Labor & Industry requirements. The role includes climbing wind turbines > 300 feet in severe hot and cold weather conditions.

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job.