O&M Deployment Leader
Job Summary
The O&M Deployment Leader will spearhead the development and deployment of new technologies and robotics/automation tools for the global Wind Service business. This role focuses on optimizing operations, maintenance, and upgrades by leading lean efforts to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The position involves acting as a key liaison between engineering and operations teams to validate processes and manage global product deployment.
Responsibilities
- Lead O&M automation and technology deployment
- Manage global tooling validation and beta trials
- Develop and deliver global training programs
- Drive lean initiatives and process improvements
- Provide on-site and remote technical support
Required Skills
- Engineering Degree or equivalent experience
- Wind industry troubleshooting/maintenance
- Robotics/Automation knowledge
- Project Management
- Lean/Six Sigma certification
Job Details
Essential Responsibilities:
- Be the primary liaison between the Global Wind Services OM&U (Operations, Tooling Centers, EHS) and Wind Engineering in the areas of O&M automation & new technology programs.
- Lead Global Validations & Beta Period of tooling/process products to ensure timely and realistic trials, including establishing validation teams, site identification, logistics, and data collection.
- Lead and complete action plans following tool/process validations and continuous improvements based on feedback.
- Establish global training requirements & strategy, including curriculum development, training levels, and global sessions.
- Lead full operational deployment, including cost/benefit alignment, procurement planning, logistics, maintenance/spare part protocols, and regional operation strategies.
- Provide technical direction, including off-hour remote and on-site support for technical uncertainties or emergent issues.
- Lead continuous improvement/lean efforts, including the creation of detailed PSRs, leading Kaizens, and deploying new standards to improve SQDC.
- Lead and self-develop new processes/repairs solutions and deploy globally.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university or college (OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of Wind industry experience).
- Ability and willingness to travel 50% of the time, including international travel.
Desired Characteristics:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
- Wind Service troubleshooting & maintenance hands-on experience.
- Repair and/or Robotics Engineering experience.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems, document, plan, and execute programs.
- Established project management, technical writing, and process documentation skills.
- Proficiency in Project coordination, Change Management, and Leadership.
- Lean, Six Sigma certification or equivalent quality certification.