Substation O&M Field Engineer

• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and electrical testing for high voltage substations at wind and solar plants in Texas and the central U.S.
• Create procedures for substation lock-out/tag-out, HV switching, and safety grounding; develop written maintenance procedures for common tasks.
• Instruct and train site personnel on substation equipment and system protections; supervise contractors during major maintenance outages.
• Support NERC compliance programs and evaluate electrical fault reports to verify protective relay performance.

This role directly supports the reliable operation and maintenance of renewable energy substations, enabling the generation of clean wind and solar power that displaces fossil fuels and contributes to a sustainable energy future.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology focused on power systems, OR 5+ years of hands-on experience with substation HV equipment (high school diploma/GED required).
• Working knowledge of MV/HV electrical equipment, overhead/underground lines, and substation systems; ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with electrical high voltage test equipment and SEL protective relay querying for troubleshooting.
• Valid driver’s license (Class B or A preferred); ability to travel ~50% within the region.

Salary range: $96,000 – $115,000 USD annually (location-dependent). Eligible for annual cash bonus. Benefits include generous PTO, medical/dental/vision, HSA with company contributions, 401(k) with employer match, fertility programs, adoption assistance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to clean energy, with a portfolio of approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity across 26 states, including wind, solar, battery storage, and dispatchable power generation.