Wind Jobs in San Francisco, California

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Renewable Energy Developer - Director, Manager, Associate

Mission Clean Energy is always seeking to connect with driven renewable energy developers experienced in developing utility-scale solar and storage projects. As our pipeline continues to grow and our projects progress through development, so does the opportunity to hire amazing developers at various levels of experience! If you would like to be considered for future opportunities on our Development Team, please apply here. Mission Clean Energy (“Mission”) is well-capitalized and built to grow. Backed by investors with deep experience in American infrastructure, and supported by decades of combined development expertise, we manage complex energy projects from concept through completion—working with utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and private industry to deliver dependable, tailored solutions. Our targeted site strategies, hands-on execution, and strong community partnerships have led to the successful development of over 4 gigawatts of contracted and operational energy projects—including work completed by our leadership team in prior roles. We focus on reducing risk, maximizing long-term value, and building trust with every stakeholder. We’ve built a top-tier team of professionals with the experience, drive, and creativity to deliver complex energy infrastructure projects. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and thoughtful problem-solving, anchored by a shared commitment to building projects that matter. We bring together diverse perspectives from across the country and around the world. Whether based in our offices in San Francisco, Washington D.C., and Portland, Maine, or working remotely, our team operates in a dynamic, flexible environment where people are empowered to grow and contribute at every level. We move fast, think strategically, and work together to turn ambitious goals into real-world infrastructure. Our team-first mindset is core to everything we do. What does a Developer do at Mission? From Project Developer to Direct of Development, developers at Mission can expect to support projects throughout development stages and work collaboratively with cross-functional groups including from finance, engineering, GIS, real estate, permitting, transmission/interconnection, and revenue contract origination. The Development Team is ideal for deeply skilled people who want to lead in an entrepreneurial environment while maximizing their impact on the clean energy transition. Desired Qualifications: Depending on level we expect candidates to have a range of utility-scale renewable energy experience, as well as the following experiences, skills, and attributes. • Strong project management skills • Ability to manage and support multiple projects simultaneously, with varying complexities and urgencies presented day to day • Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders • Superior preparation, presentation, time management & interpersonal skills • Represent the company with the utmost professionalism with internal and external communications • Bias toward action in decision making • A valid driving license • Ability and willingness to travel within the United States as much as 30% of the time, or as required by project needs Mission offers highly competitive compensation, including base + bonus. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and health insurance; 401(k) plan with company match; both short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and generous time-off policies. • PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a job application. Should you have interest in joining Mission Clean Energy in a specific role, a formal application will be required to move forward your candidacy. Connect with Mission on LinkedIn or check out our career page for the most up-to-date list of open jobs. Mission Clean Energy is not accepting unsolicited third-party recruitment agencies in the hiring process for this role. If you are a potential candidate interested in a role with Mission Clean Energy please submit an application directly. If you have any questions about the application process or the role itself, please reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team at careers@missioncleanenergy.com

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Wind Resource Engineer

Linea Energy is seeking a Wind Resource Engineer to enhance its wind portfolio through detailed analysis and project support. Responsibilities include conducting wind resource assessments, system design, technical due diligence, and collaboration with teams. The position is based in either Chicago or San Francisco, indicating it is not a remote job. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and a passion for renewable energy. About Linea Energy Linea Energy is a leading independent power company dedicated to developing, building, and operating renewable energy projects across the Americas. Our mission is to provide sustainable energy solutions that empower communities and drive the transition to a clean energy future. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Linea Energy is committed to innovation, excellence, and the highest standards of environmental stewardship. About the Position The Wind Resource Engineer will play a critical role in growing Linea’s wind portfolio by performing detailed analysis and data interpretation of wind projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in site assessments, project development, design optimization, equipment procurement and due diligence, project financing, contracting, and project execution. The position will be located at either our Chicago or San Francisco offices. Roles & Responsibilities • Resource Assessment: Conduct wind resource assessments using various tools including meteorological data analysis, wind flow modeling (e.g., WAsP, CFD software), and statistical analysis to determine the viability of potential wind farm sites. • System Layout and Design: Generate preliminary representations of turbine locations, roads, MV collection systems, and substation locations for wind projects. • Equipment Due Diligence and Technology Roadmap: Perform bankability and technical due diligence on operational assets and modern/current turbine technology. Responsibilities will also include publishing Linea’s internally facing turbine technology roadmap and incorporating into representations of system design, performance, and costs. • Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret meteorological data from wind measurement campaigns (met masts, LiDAR, SoDAR) to assess wind conditions, energy yield predictions, and uncertainties and apply long-term correlation to assess project resource characteristics. • Project Support: Assist in the planning, development, and commissioning of wind projects by providing technical expertise on wind resource aspects. Conduct site visits to assess site suitability, participate in landowner meetings and community outreach events, and participate in monthly construction meetings. Assist with federal, state, county, and local permitting efforts as well as support project financing by responding to lender and independent engineer due diligence questions. Support supplier and EPC selection and negotiations. • Collaboration: Work closely with other engineers, project managers, and external consultants to ensure alignment on project goals and technical specifications. Interface with the Project Management, Project Electrical Engineering, and Operations teams leading up to and through project commercial operations • Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyze operational wind farm data to optimize performance, including troubleshooting and proposing enhancements in energy production. • Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and presentations on wind resource evaluations, forecasts, and project performance for internal teams, investors, and regulatory bodies. • Innovation: Keep abreast of new technologies, methodologies, and industry trends in wind energy to continuously improve our assessment and operational strategies. Required Qualifications • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Environmental Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. • Experience: • * 5 years in wind resource assessment or similar roles within the renewable energy sector. • Proficiency with wind modeling software like WAsP, WindPRO, or OpenWind. • Experience with data analysis tools such as R, Python, or MATLAB. • Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and Enterprise. • Knowledge of meteorological data sources, long term correlation methods, and other statistical analysis • Knowledge of energy project economics and familiarity with concepts such as NPV, IRR and LCOE • Knowledge of wind turbine suppliers and technology offerings • Skills: • * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. • Excellent communication skills for reporting complex data in an understandable manner. • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. • Knowledge: Deep understanding of wind energy principles, meteorology, and atmospheric sciences. • Certifications: Certification in wind resource assessment or related fields is a plus. LOCATION & COMPENSATION • Permanent, Full-Time • Competitive salary and performance bonuses • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off and holidays • Professional development opportunities • Ability to work in the United States is a requirement. Location in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX or San Francisco, CA Our Values • Voraciously Curious No playbook exists for the problems we are solving. Every day, we are required to find answers to questions we’ve never been asked before. To make meaningful progress, we are unapologetically driven by asking “why?”, constantly seeking better solutions, and are unfazed by tackling things that are only implausibly possible. • Purposely Scrappy To be scrappy means to skip the formality, to have the resolve and resourcefulness to achieve results no matter what. From top to bottom, we take ownership of our work and our projects, while knowing that we have the freedom to make mistakes and learn from them. We are resolute about efficiently to be good stewards of our capital. • Innate Stewardship We know that our work and how we work impacts numerous things that are not ours – from the local communities we work in, to our colleagues’ well-being, to our children’s future in an age of climate change, to energy security in the markets in which we participate. Linea Energy is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status. Join us in our mission to drive the transition to a clean energy future and make a positive impact on the world.

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Procurement Manager, Strategic Procurement (Wind)

What The Role Is The Procurement (Sourcing) Manager, Strategic Procurement Wind is responsible for facilitating requests for proposals and requests for information, vendor selection, contract negotiation, technology review support, and ongoing contract administration with an emphasis on Wind industry balance of plant construction (EPC) agreements, in support of Clearway’s wind, solar and BESS development and construction pipeline. This position will help manage Clearway’s relationships with EPC Contractors, supporting a multi-year procurement strategy, providing technical support, and informing and developing forward-looking cost models. The Sourcing Manager, Strategic Procurement Wind will work closely with other members of the Project Development and Engineering team and Turbine supply sourcing groups to establish Engineering, Procurement, and Construction RFP’s, incorporate market intelligence and vendor inputs into the bid evaluation and contracting process, as well as coordinating between internal functions (Development, Engineering, Wind Turbine Sourcing, Legal, and Construction) to advance vendor selection, technical review, contract negotiations, project setup, and ongoing contract administration. This position is expected to be hybrid twice per week, will report to the Head of EPC Contracts, and can be based in Houston, TX, or San Francisco, CA offices with the option for remote work for the right candidate. If you don’t meet 100% of the below qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume. What You'll Be Doing • Support the Strategic Procurement team in achieving the team’s mission and objectives, including the development and implementation of a best-in-class sourcing strategy for specifically wind EPCs for new-built and repower wind projects. • Maintain strategic relationships with existing key vendors, and manage EPC Contracts. • Support and facilitate bidding and contracting efforts for balance of plant (BOP) services, in coordination with development, engineering, construction, Operations & Management, and legal. • Document historical, current, and future price forecasts for BOP costs and key commodities to inform cost and technology roadmap development and sourcing strategies. Analyze market trends and market intelligence to inform procurement strategies. • Ensure that Clearway risks are mitigated through alignment across major project agreements (TSA, Service Maintenance agreement, PPA, EPC agreement, Warranty, etc.) Review the scope of supply and scope of work on different contracts to ensure that there are no gaps and that interfaces are well-established and understood by all parties. • Interface with EPC contractors to gather market intelligence on current and future cost models. Keep abreast of new turbine developments, delivery availability, and certification timelines. • Perform EPC performance reviews to better understand the risk and opportunities in the selection of EPC contractors. Understand and document problems during construction and O&M. Recommend actions to mitigate risk in the future. • Follow up with OEMs and internal teams on communication of contracted deliverables. • Manage the development of RFP documentation, bidding strategies, identification, and qualification of bidders. Support the evaluation of bid responses to ensure bids are compliant and consistent. • Effectively support the negotiation of EPC agreements for items related to scope, price, terms & conditions, delivery, and contract changes with suppliers in accordance with Clearway policies. Track and report on cost movement during negotiations. • Ensure timely and frequent engagement with key cross-functional teams on all issues related to equipment supply. Support and facilitate internal team resolution on material changes to agreements across both commercial and technical issues. • Support Clearway’s domestic content strategy for PTC and ITC qualified projects. • Collaborate from time to time with internal Clearway’s sourcing management team to support solar and BESS procurement. • Coordinate with Engineering to gather and maintain specifications, scopes of work, and standards to be followed for Clearway’s wind, solar and BESS projects. • Build relationships with internal colleagues in development, legal, engineering, construction, operations and maintenance, and asset management, as well as externally with Clearway’s partner vendors. • Assist with the project financing process, facilitating inputs from OEMS and interdisciplinary teams to independent engineering (IE) questions. What You'll Bring • Bachelor’s degree in contract management, procurement, engineering, or related field required. • Eight or more years of wind EPC contracting experience and in-depth understanding of turbine technology is desired. • Repower contracting and negotiations experience in Wind industry projects. • Ability to travel up to 15%. • Project management skills working with large-scale wind development projects. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an understanding of contract language. • Proficient in MS SharePoint, MS office package (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and document control • A minimum of two or more years of solar and BESS or other related experience What Would Be Nice • Turbine Supply Agreements, solar and BESS EPC’s contracting & negotiating experience is a plus. Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.). #LIHybrid #LIHybrid The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals. Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations $106,000—$138,000 USD Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion At Clearway, we create a community that isn’t about being the same – it’s about building a team of unique individuals, with different backgrounds & skill sets, coming together to build something big & make a difference in the world. Clearway’s team is dedicated to a clean energy future across a wide spectrum of roles & responsibilities. Embodying our company values and operating principles, unique individuals come together over a common mission. We embrace opportunities to do challenging work that can change the world. We aspire to bring out the best in everyone. We share setbacks, celebrate successes, & act with integrity & accountability to get the job done. Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events. Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans. What We Provide Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website. Notice to Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@clearwayenergy.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Notice to California Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees. Job posting details for Procurement Manager, Strategic Procurement (Wind) at Clearway Energy Group in San Francisco, California, United States. Compensation / salary range: $106,000—$138,000 USDClearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. ClimateTechList gathers 10,000+ job openings from over 651 climate tech companies and updates them daily.

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Entering the wind trade in San Francisco, CA typically begins with specialized training and education, combining hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while learning. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a growing demand for wind energy professionals, with projections indicating a 60% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Wind energy technicians in San Francisco earn an average of $463.73 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,000 per week. Educational institutions, industry associations, and professional networks provide aspiring wind energy technicians with the necessary training and opportunities to enter a field with promising career prospects and competitive compensation.

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