MCE Field Specialist

Audubon Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies is seeking Wind Turbine Major Component Exchange Field Specialists to perform large component exchanges and related field work at wind turbine sites. You will follow established procedures, maintain safety standards, and coordinate with site leadership and engineering support to ensure quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include supervising field tasks, handling lifting operations, and performing maintenance as needed while traveling to remote client sites and meeting

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Direct turbine-specific experience required.
• MCE experience with lifting operations.
• GWO Basic Safety Training preferred.
• Ability to read safety regulations and manuals.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Must have a valid ID.

Responsibilities

• Work with site leadership to execute contractual obligations and activities on site.
• Act as a lead team member to support site work.
• Supervise field work onsite focusing on Safety, Quality, and Efficiency.
• Observe and improve daily safety and task planning discussions.
• Interact with vendors and customers professionally.
• Audit Pre-task planning, JHA’s, and RA’s.
• Perform repairs or replacements of mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical components to fix malfunctions.
• Perform large component exchanges on Wind Turbine Generators (WTG).
• Oversee lifting operations following skills verification of Large Components and create/ review lifting plans.
• Occasionally conduct maintenance of equipment (Cleaning, greasing, lubrication).
• Lead and assist with other daily activities across site operations.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Safety consciousness

Read diagrams

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Drug screen capable

Valid ID

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Wind Turbine Major Component Exchange Field Specialists, specialize in large corrective exchanges at the assigned Wind Turbine site through established procedures with the highest regard for health, safety, and environment compliance. MCE Field Specialists audit tasks such as cleaning, organizing, disassembly and assembly of large components of wind turbines. As required, they assist & Direct work in, dismantling, erecting, aligning, adjusting, and/or maintaining machinery and equipment according to installation manuals, work instructions, layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings. They are required to identify, mitigate, and communicate issues, concerns, inconsistencies, and deviations from procedures, safety protocol, and quality to the Project Manager. They are required to climb vertically at least 300 feet to work at heights. Certified Wind Turbine Technicians must maintain all certifications required for the position. MCE technicians are assigned to multiple projects over a rotation period and is expected to travel to remote client sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with site leadership to execute all contractual obligations and activities set forth with the customers daily, which can include any portion of the electrical, mechanical or balance-of-plant equipment on site.
• Act as a lead team member to support site work.
• Will be required to supervise field work onsite focusing on Safety, Quality, and Efficiency.
• Observe and improve daily safety and task planning discussions.
• Interact with vendors and customers in a professional manner.
• Will be required to audit Pre-task planning, JHA’s, and RA’s.
• Perform repairs or replacements of mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical components to correct malfunctions.
• Perform large component exchanges on Wind Turbine Generators (WTG).
• Will be required to oversee lifting operations following skills verification of Large Components and ability to create, review, correct, and amend lifting plans.
• On occasion Conduct maintenance of equipment (Cleaning, greasing, lubrication, etc.).
• Lead and assist with other daily work activities, related to all areas of site operations, as directed by management, with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with engineering support team when in need of additional troubleshooting/ diagnostic assistance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Active GWO Basic Safety Training certificate preferred.
• Direct Turbine Specific experience is required.
• MCE experience required with additional knowledge in lifting operations.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, assembly/disassembly, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Self-motivated with high level of integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must have a team-driven attitude and professional customer service skills.
• Ability to work on a diverse team.
• Ability to use technology apps and devices.
• Must have a valid ID.

Physical Requirements

• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. of equipment and materials.
• Able to stand and walk for 10 or more hours per day, often over uneven or rugged terrain.
• Comfortable working at heights up to 250 feet above grade, including climbing ladders or scaffolding.
• Proficient in basic tooling for equipment setup and safety.
• First aid training.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screening, as well as background check.
• Manual dexterity for handling survey instruments and computer equipment.
• Visual acuity and depth perception sufficient for detailed fieldwork and equipment operation.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

• All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
• Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
• Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
• Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled