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I appreciate the response from everyone who has reached out regarding these openings. So far, I’ve received 60ish inquiries, and I’m doing my best to respond to each one. No doubt it’s frustrating to express interest in a job and not hear back. In the past, we haven’t always done a great job with that, but I’m committed to doing better. However, if you emailed a resume without a subject line and a blank message, you won’t be getting a response. And with all due respect, if you commented on the post with “interested,” I can tell you we’re not interested. For those we won’t be moving forward with, I tried to provide some context as to why. I noticed a few common themes that could have been avoided if I had been clearer in my original post. I should have specified the non-negotiable criteria for these positions. First, you must have previous construction experience as a contractor. Commercial GC, heavy industrial, specialty trades, pipelines, facilities, etc. The type of construction experience isn’t as important as having prior experience, preferably on-site. Additionally, I received many inspection resumes. While we work with many outstanding inspectors, we want to see recent (within the last year or two) experience working as a contractor. It’s been over 15 years since I last applied for a traditional W-2 job, so I can’t fully relate to the job hunt experience. However, I do know what it’s like to sell our company’s services to a potential client. If I had to find a new job tomorrow, I’d take the exact same approach, and I can tell you our success rate from mass emailing out a company brochure, asking to be added to bid lists, is close to zero. Do your research and tailor your inquiry to your target. Be clear and concise about the value you bring. I can tell you the bar is set very low and it doesn’t take much effort to stand out from the crowd.

Here's a typical career path for employees in the renewable energy industry, specifically in solar: *Entry-Level Positions (0-3 years of experience)* 1. Solar Engineer/Design Engineer 2. Project Coordinator 3. Energy Analyst 4. Quality Control Inspector 5. Sales/Marketing Coordinator *Mid-Level Positions (4-7 years of experience)* 1. Senior Solar Engineer/Project Manager 2. Business Development Manager 3. Operations Manager 4. Energy Auditor/Consultant 5. Senior Sales/Marketing Manager *Senior-Level Positions (8-12 years of experience)* 1. Director of Engineering 2. Director of Operations 3. Business Unit Head 4. Senior Energy Consultant 5. Head of Sales/Marketing *Executive-Level Positions (13+ years of experience)* 1. Vice President of Renewable Energy 2. Chief Operating Officer (COO) 3. Chief Technical Officer (CTO) 4. CEO/Managing Director 5. Board Member *Specialized Roles* 1. Solar Policy Analyst 2. Energy Storage Specialist 3. Smart Grid Engineer 4. Sustainability Consultant 5. Renewable Energy Finance Specialist *Career Progression* 1. Horizontal movement: Transitioning between similar roles in different departments (e.g., from solar engineering to energy auditing). 2. Vertical movement: Advancing to senior roles with increased responsibility (e.g., from project coordinator to project manager). 3. Industry movement: Switching to related industries (e.g., from solar to wind or energy efficiency). *Key Skills* 1. Technical knowledge (e.g., solar engineering, energy efficiency) 2. Business acumen (e.g., project finance, marketing) 3. Leadership and management 4. Communication and collaboration 5. Adaptability and continuous learning

Hallo everyone! As a Cathodic Protection Engineer in the oil and gas industry, I often get asked, "What do you do?" Stay tuned as I share insights into my expertise in Operations & Maintenance and Project Management, focusing on system integrity and safety. As start for a series of posts I will say In Operations & Maintenance, we handle CP surveys, data analysis, maintenance, emergencies, documentation, and training – all crucial for system performance and safety. In Project Management, we oversee projects from initiation to commissioning, covering planning, construction, monitoring & control. I think this is the general essential duties that will keep long-term integrity of critical assets. Excited to delve deeper into each area in upcoming posts! #OilandGas #Engineering #ProjectManagement #OperationsMaintenance #CathodicProtection

When it comes to linear assets, such as pipelines and power lines, conducting strategic inspections and maintenance over extensive geographical areas can be a monumental challenge. One of the major hurdles technicians face in the field is 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Without essential data, technicians risk wasting valuable time, making errors, or worse, causing further damage to the asset.   OverIT empowers field technicians to transform their field operations!  ➡ Seamless access to critical information ➡ Clear visibility and in-depth knowledge of the asset ➡ Insight into past issues ➡ Step-by-step guidance on tasks required, while complying with safety regulations   Explore how we support Oil & Gas companies, optimizing mission-critical operations on linear assets! https://lnkd.in/dtm2uTZh

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Engineering finances of wind park operations and maintenance, Owners Engineering role The responsibilities of the Owner’s Engineer (OE) encompass a wide range of tasks, from overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance to managing warranties, compliance and performance reporting. By providing independent expertise and oversight, the OE helps enhance the reliability, efficiency and financial performance of wind parks. 1. Cost optimization in Operations and Maintenance (O&M) A primary responsibility of the OE is to manage and optimize O&M costs while ensuring the wind park operates efficiently. This involves striking a balance between maintenance expenses and operational performance to maximize return on investment (ROI). Key Areas for Cost Optimization: 1.1. Preventive vs. Corrective Maintenance Costs 1.2. Spare parts management 1.3. Labor and workforce optimization 1.4. Energy yield optimization 1.5. Long-term financial planning 1.6. Contractual and warranty management 2. Maintenance supervision in O&M Effective maintenance supervision is a critical function of the Owner’s Engineer, ensuring the O&M contractor performs tasks to the required standards and that equipment operates efficiently. Key areas for maintenance supervision: 2.1. Preventive maintenance supervision 2.2. Corrective maintenance supervision 2.3. Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Supervision 2.4. Workforce and training supervision 2.5. Inspection and reporting By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Owner’s Engineer plays a vital role in optimizing the operations and maintenance of wind parks, ensuring they run efficiently and economically over their lifespan. Powered by: www.clarion.energy  www.oecp.eu  https://lnkd.in/d9pi75Fa

Undoubtedly, the shift in my role from a Project manager 🤠 to an Electrician ⚡ may have seemed unusual to many of you. Consequently, quite a few of you reached out to me with the question: "Vitalii, are you serious? Are you genuinely, with your education, unique experience, and after over 5 years of working as a Project manager, involved in implementing numerous monumental projects, now transitioning to work as a regular Electrician?" My response – yes 😊 However, allow me to explain why I made this choice. With my background in engineering and energy management, and over 10 years of experience in the energy sector, with 5 of those years dedicated to project management, I have always sought to push beyond my comfort zone. My work in the energy sector has been filled with ambitious projects and technological challenges. Currently, I'm engaged in projects at TEAD Ukraine, working in the field of energy efficiency and conservation on a more academic level 👨🎓 . However, when presented with the opportunity to participate in highly ambitious projects, including the construction of a major 65kV/15kV substation with hands-on involvement, I couldn't let this chance slip away. My decision isn't solely tied to a formal job title. I aim not only to maintain my professional skills but also to update and enrich my practical knowledge in the energy field. Additionally, an attractive compensation package also factored into making this decision. Ultimately, I am convinced that this step has helped me broaden my horizons and delve deeper into the realities of the industry. I believe that every manager should, from time to time, look at things from a different perspective to stay connected with reality. What are your thoughts on this matter? 🧐 I look forward to engaging in new and interesting discussions in comments or via private messages!