Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description:

Overview

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5 GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly a part of Duke Energy, Deriva is now a Brookfield Renewable company. Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world’s largest publicly traded, pure-play renewable power platforms. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving energy industry.  Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations.

This position is located in Charlotte, NC. Candidates must live in a reasonable commuting distance.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to wind/solar/battery site requests for technical assistance, which may encompass mechanical, structural, or civil engineering concepts related to various aspects of the generation plant

• Conduct/manage root cause analysis investigations and provide feedback to operations for improvement

• Champion reliability engineering best practices, standardization efforts, and performance benchmarking across the fleet

• Possess and apply engineering fundamentals, practices and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies

• Leverage and continuously improve the Request for Technical Assistance (RTA) and Management of Change (MOC) programs, ensuring technical rigor, process discipline, risk mitigation, and timely resolution of complex operational issues

• Contribute to Operations & Maintenance (O&M) cost modeling efforts for prospective wind, solar, and battery storage projects, providing technical and financial guidance to Development, Finance, and Underwriting teams to inform investment decisions and long-term asset strategy

• Synthesize complex technical, operational, and financial data into executive-level presentations and reports; provide clear recommendations to senior leadership that drive business outcomes

• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and cross-functional stakeholders, fostering a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

• In addition to a degree, five (5) years or more of relevant engineering experience, including progressive responsibility in asset performance, reliability, or operations engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

• In addition to a degree, six (6) years or more of relevant experience, particularly experience with wind turbines and related components (drivetrain, blades, towers, foundations, hydraulic systems, condition monitoring, etc.)

• Understanding of the principles of project management and use of project management tools

• Demonstrated ability to lead structured root cause investigations using formal RCA methodologies and tools

• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional technical initiatives that deliver measurable business results

• Strong background in reliability engineering, condition monitoring, and asset performance optimization

• Demonstrated expertise in O&M cost modeling and lifecycle cost optimization

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, influence stakeholders, and exercise sound engineering judgment in high-impact decisions

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to executive leadership.

• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical development initiatives

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Power BI

Working Conditions

• This role based in Charlotte, NC, employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the designated office location

• Travel Requirements: 5-10%

Benefits

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with matching

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

Additional Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.