The AES Corporation
The AES Corporation
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
EnergyRenewable EnergySustainability
The AES Corporation is an energy company focused on supporting the transition to cleaner power. Founded in 1981, it develops and delivers solutions spanning renewable energy, energy storage, efficiency, and carbon-free electricity generation. AES works with businesses to identify and implement energy strategies while operating in partnership with local communities and cultures around the world.

Senior Lead Technical Trainer, Renewable Energy

Lead training for AES solar, wind, and battery technicians, developing renewable energy programs and technical content. Coordinate OEM training and support field operations through hands-on instruction and scalable learning systems.

Description

  • Build and manage technical training for solar, wind, and battery technicians.
  • Help the Senior Manager of Technical Training deliver the team’s goals and vision.
  • Coordinate and deliver training for field operations and corporate teams.
  • Assess training content needs among field operations technicians.
  • Lead development of digital content for virtual and in-person training.
  • Gather and review resources from AES field professionals for instructional designers.
  • Edit and improve training materials developed internally and by external providers.
  • Add training for new technologies introduced in upcoming projects.
  • Support OEM training providers and strengthen their offerings.
  • Create curriculum that links AES and OEM training to improve technician pass rates.
  • Coordinate OEM providers, regional delivery, completion tracking, and recertification.
  • Deliver remote and practical training and technical support to technicians.
  • Lead in-person training delivery and train-the-trainer practices.
  • Teach technical subjects within areas of expertise.
  • Identify gaps, duplication, outdated material, and emerging needs in training content.
  • Contribute to new courses and better team processes.
  • Improve the AES CE O&M Technical Training Program through feedback, broader adoption, scalability, tracking, and efficiency.
  • Create repeatable, scalable processes for in-person training.
  • Establish a consistent process for PV and BESS OEM training.
  • Connect field operations staff with the Training Team to gather feedback and improve programs.
  • Partner with the Training Program Specialist to assist technicians who need additional support.

Requirements

  • At least four years of hands-on operations and maintenance experience at utility-scale PV or PV+BESS sites.
  • Experience working at three or more utility-scale PV sites.
  • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting central inverters, including medium-voltage transformers.
  • Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting PV module performance and manufacturing issues.
  • Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting PV ground faults.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
  • At least three years in technical training, peer mentoring, or curriculum development, or a demonstrated ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to peers and technicians.
  • At least two years as a senior O&M technician at utility-scale PV or PV+BESS sites; wind or thermal experience is also considered.
  • At least two years working for an energy company or utility managing a substantial portfolio of PV and PV+BESS sites.
  • Training certification from at least two central inverter manufacturers (OEMs).
  • Experience with learning management systems and e-learning tools such as Articulate, Captivate, or Camtasia is preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel 25%.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) eligibility
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave

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