Back Office Specialist - ACCIONA Energía

The Back Office Specialist is an entry level position within ACCIONA’s Operations & Maintenance department, reporting directly to the Back Office Manager of Control Center and Reporting (CECOER). This role supports the development of procedures, tools, resources, and systems related to the Control Center. The position works alongside Regulatory Compliance, Engineering, Site teams, and other departments to maintain the highest level of safety and compliance regarding electrical operation and physical and remote access to the OT Network, ensuring all technical standards are met.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and investigate AENA facilities performance in the various ISOs, including curtailment analysis and forecasting, operational issues, and real-time forced outages.
• Help develop procedures to facilitate outage coordination between AENA facilities and external utilities and Independent System Operators (ISOs).
• Work with internal stakeholders to develop and implement switching procedures for AENA sites to be executed in the web-based switching tool.
• Assist in the development of processes and procedures to safely and effectively operate Acciona renewable generating facilities for “Best in Class Performance.”
• Assist in the development of tools and resources to safely and effectively operate Acciona renewable generating facilities for “Best in Class Performance.”
• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of accurate documentation and records.
• Help to ensure that the proper SCADA software & communication systems are installed and maintained in order to support “Best in Class Performance” at our CECOER and in all of our renewable generating facilities.
• Help to ensure timely and accurate communication of information to the appropriate entities of system disturbances, emergency conditions and other events adversely affecting the wind farms under the responsibility of the SOC and/or the Bulk Power System
• Help conduct and review safety analyses and reviews of hazards and energy sources; and help develop a system of compliance checks for operating and safety rules.
• Ability to perform Root Cause and Event Analysis to accurately identify lessons learned and highlight areas for improvement.
• Facilitate the daily, weekly and monthly reporting requirements for our internal and external customers, as well as KPI reporting.
• Maintain a working understanding of all SOC procedures, relevant NERC Reliability Standards, and Acciona renewable technology.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent.
• Advanced degree and/or P.E. a plus
• Experience or interest in system operations in a utility, power plant or renewable generating facility environment a plus
• Demonstrate continuous commitment to safe operations. Be an active role model and constant resource to the organization
• NERC certification or ability to obtain NERC certification
• Must be able and willing to monitor renewable generating facilities performance and reliability at all times
• Ability to travel up to 25% to domestic and international locations.
• Possess the ability to think and analyze situations and determine and implement effective resolutions in a fast paced environment
• Ability to clearly communicate detailed information accurately in an emergency situation
• Strengths will include excellent communications, organization, positive leadership, and negotiation skills
• Ability to successfully interact with key executives, external and internal customers.
• Demonstrated competence in utilizing computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)
• Posses a working understanding of cost accounting, budgeting and contract implementation
• Valid driver’s license
• Hold or be able to obtain a passport
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish is a plus

Benefits – we’ve got you covered!

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer other attractive employment incentives

• Annual Company Bonus
• Salary $50,000 - $65,000 per year
• Comprehensive Benefits starting from Day 1, covering 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 PTO (with additional 1 day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health/wellbeing/fitness related memberships and equipment
• Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement
• Office in downtown Chicago, offering a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and break-out areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center
• Hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus Fridays cut off at 3 pm