Maintenance Engineer (F/M/D) I Ignitis Renewables

Ignitis group • Full-time • Tukums • 5d ago

Company Description

Do you want to contribute to projects that are changing the future of green energy generation across the Baltics? Ignitis Renewables is a part of Ignitis Group – a renewables-focused integrated utility. Our purpose is to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

Ignitis Renewables focuses on developing green generation and green flexibility technologies. By developing onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery and power-to-X technologies, the company is implementing Ignitis Group’s strategic priority to deliver 4–5 GW of installed green capacities by 2030.

www.ignitisrenewables.com

Job Description

We are currently looking for a new colleague to join the Ignitis Renewables Latvia team. In this role, you will manage and ensure preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance, as well as repair of the electrical and electromechanical components of all existing assets in Latvia, including operational wind farms, solar facilities, battery energy storage systems, electrical networks, power substations, switchgear, and other power plant equipment. If that speaks to you, we’d be happy to welcome you to our team!

Take YOUR part in #EnergySmart! 

You will contribute to green and secure energy ecosystem creation by:

Managing tasks and coordinating work of internal electrical technicians, and contractors
Organizing preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment, including inspections, repairs, and updating of technical documentation
Ensuring safety by managing emergency repairs, equipment shutdowns, and addressing risks to health, safety, and equipment integrity
Preparing and managing maintenance schedules, technical specifications, and procurement documentation
Monitoring spare parts inventory and collaborating with logistics for procurement
Participating in testing, commissioning, and technical due diligence of repaired or reconstructed equipment
Reviewing contractor work to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with technical requirements
Proposing and implementing improvements for maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical / Automation Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of experience in design, testing, planning, or maintenance of power plants or electrical substations
Certified as an electrical energy worker, category B or C, for operation and/or management
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, components, control systems, and safety regulations
Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to optimize maintenance processes
Conversational English (B1/B2) and native Latvian language skills
Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Would be an advantage:

Experience with renewable energy systems (wind, solar, or energy storage)
Familiarity with relay protection engineering and distribution / transmission networks.

Additional Information

To take part in an unfolding energy transformation process to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for both current and future generations
International team that is working on dynamic renewable energy projects
Extensive learning and qualification enhancement programs
Attention to physical and emotional health: wellness mentor initiatives and psychological support etc.
Compensation corresponding to experience and competencies, and financial incentives dependent on achieved results
Additional paid days for health improvement, short-term illness, volunteering, and accumulated work experience.

Join a growing and increasingly international team of energy smart people united by a common purpose. We all play our part in creating a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

As we pursue our strategic goals to increase gender balance in Ignitis Group, we are indicating “f/m/d” next to job titles, meaning we welcome candidates of all genders – female, male or diverse.

Ignitis Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability or other personal traits unrelated to work obligations.