ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.
ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Operations and Maintenance team, supporting the reliability and performance of our wind turbine fleet, particularly drivetrain systems. This role leads reliability programs, performs Root Cause Analyses, and drives continuous improvement throughout warranty and post-warranty phases.Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Integrate safety and compliance into all aspects of wind turbine maintenance and operations.
Lead drivetrain reliability programs, oversee trials of new components, and monitor turbine performance.
Provide direction and training to site personnel, supporting safe and efficient troubleshooting and maintenance.
Analyze wind turbine data, oil & grease samples, and vibration reports to increase equipment reliability.
Develop specifications, support operational projects, and collaborate on cross-functional engineering efforts.
Required Skills and Competencies
About You
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
At least 3 years of experience in wind turbine operations and maintenance, with drivetrain expertise.
Strong problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented, hands-on approach.
Comfortable managing multiple projects and collaborating across teams.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital maintenance platforms; able to travel within the U.S. and Canada (40% - 50% of the time).
Able to climb wind turbine towers up to 240 feet.
Benefits – we’ve got you covered!
In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a variety of attractive employment incentives:
Base Pay: $85,000 -$105,000 (based on experience, education, and skillset)
10% Annual Performance Bonus based on individual performance and company metrics.
Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days
15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays
$50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment
Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement
Downtown Chicago office, featuring a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and breakout areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center
Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off
As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.