Entering the wind trade in Boston, MA, often begins with a specialized apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 8,462 wind energy jobs in Massachusetts, with a median weekly wage of $1,152.54. Trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $61,770 annually for experienced professionals.
Job Title: Associate Transaction Manager (US Offshore Wind) RWE Renewables Americas LLC To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent RWE Renewables Offshore, Americas To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent, Remote or hybrid onsite Functional area: Mergers & Acquisitions Your future plans Partnering & Transactions (P&T) is the M&A and Corporate Development function of RWE Offshore. P&T serves as a strategic pillar to the business, responsible for identifying and structuring investment opportunities. P&T is the forefront function for buy-side and sell-side transactions and for strategic joint ventures. • You will support the design and structuring of transactions based on a strategic mandate of the RWE Group in the field of offshore wind and/or offshore-to-X (e.g. Hydrogen) • You will support the strategy and execution of transactions in the US • You will assist in coordinating a diverse, multi-disciplinary transaction team and support the lead negotiator in negotiations with potential or existing partners/investors • You will perform analysis and market research • You will support interface management and/or coordination and collaboration with various RWE Renewables technology and support functions • You will provide input to and/or lead the creation of materials for the Board of Directors and management presentations for internal/external stakeholders Your profile • University degree in finance, economics, law or mergers & acquisitions; MBA, CFA or similar post-graduate degrees are a plus • At least 1-2 years past experience with partnership, corporate development or transactions experience providing analysis or strategy support to a renewable energy or power industry related field • Excellent strategic and analytical thinking skills • Initial negotiation experience of relevant contracts in the area of partnerships or M&A an advantage • Enthusiasm and high motivation to work in an international and fast changing environment • Strong personal ability to operate in different cultural environments rwe.com/career Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 82022, application deadline . We look forward to meeting you! We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too. RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world’s leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future. RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE’s youngest subsidiary and one of the world’s leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition – and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region. XJ6
See More Details >>About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a Wind and Solar Engineering Specialist to join our team and contribute to the growth of the renewable energy sector. Responsibilities • Perform technical due diligence for project acquisitions, including site visits, technology assessment, and operational analysis. • Construction & Operations Support: Provide engineering support during the construction phase, including reviewing technical submittals, site inspections, and troubleshooting. • Assist in performance monitoring and optimization of operating assets, including root cause analysis of underperformance. Requirements • Experience working with developers, utilities, and EPC contractors in the renewable energy sector. • Knowledge of energy storage and hybrid project design. • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
See More Details >>Massachusetts, United States of AmericaJob Family Group:Discipline EngineeringWorker Type:RegularPosting Start Date:March 16, 2023Business unit:Integrated GasExperience Level:Experienced ProfessionalsJob Description:What is the roleAs Turbine Engineer, sitting in the team that drives the technical side of the Offshore Wind business development in Shell, you will play a key role in developing the Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) scope of new Offshore Wind projects. You will team up with Structural, Electrical, Operation and Maintenance, Contracting and Procurement and other experts to jointly work on new projects. This role will play a key part is supporting Shell’s ambition to grow its offshore wind portfolio in the Americas on Shell supported JVs – Atlantic Shores.You will work on WTG selection, assessments, design, and installation concept in the various phases of projects. You are expected to be a team player to bring new projects to a success. Projects can be tenders or green field development, and are both bottom founded or floating.More specific duties include:Providing technical expertise for wind turbines for Shell’s portfolio of offshore wind, including Joint Venture support, opportunity realization, Merger and Acquisition activities, due diligence, throughout the life cycle of offshore wind farm projects.Technical management for WTG supply and installation agreements. Leading preparation of tender documents, evaluation of tenders and technical contract negotiations with wind turbine manufacturers. Leading/supporting technical negotiations internally and externally and supporting commercial negotiations.Independent implementation and management of the prequalification of WTG (components) in the form of audits, technical due diligence, technical risk assessments, as well as first point of contact for suppliersInterfacing between Joint Venture team and Shell global offshore wind team, to ensure Subject Matter Expert reviews are organized, and best practices and lessons learned from the wider Shell organization are made available for the Joint Venture project teamManaging load iteration process, and associated interfaces with suppliersAdvising project teams on risk, opportunity, schedule, and cost for the WTG scope. Managing interfaces between WTG scope and other packages.Work Location: Preferably New Jersey Project Office, alternately existing JV or Shell company office (Houston, Boston)Ability to travel every month to a JV or parent office for 3-5 days at a time (depending on COVID related travel restrictions).Requirements:Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employerSuccessfully completed university studies in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or in a comparable field)Knowledge and experience at least 5 years in the development, construction, functioning and operation of Wind Turbine Generators for offshore wind farms. Onshore windfarm experience may be consideredEvidence of commitment to Health Safety and EnvironmentUnderstanding of load iteration processKnowledge of Wind Turbine Supply Agreements, their technical aspects and commercial impact, proven experience in leading technical negotiation of these type of agreementsIn-depth experience in Technical Project management knowledge as well as experience in the professional management of project teams and support of employeesVery good analytical and conceptual skills as well as the ability to think innovatively and strategicallyGood communication skills and high social competenceTask-related willingness to travel, nationally as well as internationallyThe base salary range for this position is $122,000.00 - $182,000.00 per year. 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