Entering the wind energy trade in Pittsburgh, PA, often begins with a specialized apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning and allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector employs 1,600 workers in Pennsylvania, with a projected job growth of 60% from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Pittsburgh earn an average of $1,500 per month, with an annual overtime average of $48,000. Educational institutions, trade schools, and platforms like Stream Marine Training help aspiring wind energy professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $120,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Overview: Insight Global is seeking a Project Manager to join one of our largest Engineering Consulting clients here in Pittsburgh, PA team to provide support on various projects in the United States. This person will be responsible for a wide variety of engineering projects from conception to construction in market sectors of renewables, Bioenergy, and/or industrial projects. Candidate must be highly motivated; customer focused and work well in a team environment. Day to Day: - Work with existing internal teams on current and new client accounts for program and project services - Lead teams in the preparation of technical proposals, cost estimates, project scheduled, and contracting documents. - Provide management and technical support with teams to perform scopes of work, produce deliverables defined within technical proposals, while maintaining project budgets and compliance with contracting requirements and the end client's business procedures. - Write documents and reports, including technical and financial analysis, conclusions, and recommendations. - Enforce company safety policy with employees and subcontractors in the field. - Conduct visual and verbal presentations to internal and external clients focused on report conclusions (analyses summary, conclusions, and recommendations) and training others. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected]. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
See More Details >>Oriden in Pittsburgh, PA is looking for an Origination Development Associate. Summary Oriden – a play on the English word “origin” and the Japanese word “denki” ( 電気 ) meaning ‘electricity’ – is the start of a new type of power generation organization. Located in Pittsburgh, PA, the organization is fully backed by Mitsubishi Power to pursue end-to-end offerings of renewable energy solutions, enabling it the flexibility to offer attractive solutions to our customers in a dynamic market segment. With over 2 GW of project experience, the team at Oriden believes the future of power generation will be renewable and intelligent. The company is a full-service renewable energy project developer with the talent and expertise to bring projects from concept to operation — including development and permitting, construction, financing, ownership, and asset management. Oriden’s current pipeline of 7.5GW+ is located throughout the United States. We seek a colleague to join the Site Origination team as a Development Associate. This person should be energetic, disciplined, and willing to engage in the facets of early-stage renewable energy project development. This position will report directly to the head of the Origination team. The preferred candidate would be located or willing to relocate to Pittsburgh, PA, but remote candidates are encouraged to apply for consideration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Support origination activities of utility scale renewable energy projects, focusing on site control and lease opportunities, while evaluating ordinances, interconnection potential, land characteristics, and community response. • Utilize analytical and critical thinking skills, in combination with industry software platforms, to evaluate development characteristics of targeted land positions and associated risks. • Research, review, and summarize municipal ordinances to determine areas where renewable energy projects have the potential to be sited with highest likelihood of project success. • Assist in developing weighted rankings and scoring metrics, based on renewable energy project qualifications, to properly evaluate areas for potential project locations. • Provide support to internal stakeholders, specifically those impacting land acquisition and project origination efforts. • Generate internal approval documents, opining on outputs from software tools, using a high attention to detail and technical writing acumen. • Aid in the production and presentation of project related details to groups of internal stakeholders to support risk reviews. • Assist in business development activities, conducting due-diligence reviews of prospective renewable energy asset acquisitions. • Investigate opportunities and participating in promoting Oriden at grassroots levels in communities, counties, and states where Oriden is originating projects. • Maintain ownership of early-stage project schedules, budgets, and reports to ensure relevant insights are distilled to management. • Support the preparation and submission of interconnection applications and management of interconnection processes across various utilities/RTOs/ISOs. • Perform any other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Education Qualified applicants will have the creativity and attention to detail needed to assist in the origination of utility scale renewable energy projects. Display a strong drive to deliver results, persistent in overcoming obstacles and eager to take responsibility for making things happen in a complex development landscape. Experience: 0-4 years of relevant experience is preferred and may include business development, project management, economic development, construction management, or engineering. The hiring manager may elect to hire at a higher level based on applicant’s experience. Education: Undergraduate degree in engineering, environmental science, or relevant field. Graduate degree a plus but not required. Valued Skills include: • Commitment to personal integrity and honesty. • Flexibility to assist in a variety of work processes dependent on group needs Self-starter, results-driven, detail-oriented, with strong work ethic. • Openness to learning new tools and software. • Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate and build rapport and trust with a wide variety of stakeholders. • General knowledge of the renewable energy industry, challenges and opportunities for growth. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Analytical, research and quantitative aptitude. • Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk or hear. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some areas. Flexibility to travel as required, supporting the US business plan. WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY? • Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching). • Excellent growth and advancement opportunities. • Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training. • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays. • Committed to quality products and services. • Great working environment and culture. • Employee Appreciation Programs and Events. Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.
See More Details >>At PEARCE, we've got a career for you. Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation and energy storage assets. Your Impact The Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance), Level II in the PEARCE Renewables Solar Operations and Maintenance Division performs tasks involving physical labor at solar energy sites near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Solar Field Service Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of solar power plants in accordance with established preventative and corrective maintenance standards while always maintaining safety and professionalism. These are local sites-candidates should reside within 50 miles of the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area. Core Responsibilities • Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of Solar Utility and Sub-Station equipment. • Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to, work orders, time logs, inventory control, and emergency information schedules. • Provide a working knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment. • Testing/troubleshooting installed solar equipment and ensuring proper working order. • Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA). • Able work in a solo as well as a group environment. • Operate and maintain a motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements. Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs. Core Experience • 1+ years’ experience in Commercial/Industrial operations and maintenance (O&M) on solar power plants is preferred. • Preventative maintenance experience on Solar Utility equipment is preferred. • Candidates should possess strong mechanical and electrical experience with troubleshooting and installation skills. • Specific solar experience with Inverters, Tracker Systems, or Sub-Stations Equipment (TMEIC/SMA/Sungrow/Nextracker/ATI, etc.) is preferred. • Takes initiative to escalate issues at site. • Ability to train, mentor, and develop laborers into Apprentices. • High aptitude and a strong work ethic are a must. Physical/Work Environment At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards. • Must live within approximately 50 miles of the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area. • Be exposed to ambient temperatures while working outdoors. • Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds). • Employment may require working on weekends and holidays, including an "on call" service availability via telephone/text message. • Travel requirements dependent on support of the company (up to 25% travel). Compensation: $25.00-$30.00 hourly/DOE Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), PTO, Paid Holidays, and a company-matching 401(k) Retirement. We provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role) and all necessary tools and safety equipment. At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings. Learn more about our corporate and telecom division at www.Pearce-Services.com and our renewables division at www.Pearce-Renewables.com. #LI-YW1 Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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