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Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.
AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.
If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.
At AES Clean Energy, we’re accelerating the future of energy, together, while transforming customer experience and delivering unique customer products and solutions. We're looking for a Field Services Team Leader to support our expanding teams locally and help grow our portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) solar and solar + Battery storage facilities while connecting the region to the broader Field Services network.
LOCATION
The candidate must reside within a radius that covers the area between Albany, NY, and Worcester, MA.
CHARACTERISTICS
Safety First - Self-starter - Innovative Thinker - Driven by Excellence - Team Player - Accountable
If these characteristics describe you, join our team’s exciting journey!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A day in the life of the Field Services Team Leader will include, but is not limited to:
- Lead and support the team of technicians in their assigned location/region in performing preventive & corrective maintenance and supporting ongoing construction activities.
- Plan, coordinate and manage the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services to AES Clean Energy facilities and assist the Regional Field Services Manager in planning to meet regional maintenance obligations.
- Work closely with the Regional Manager, Engineering team, and others to remediate site issues and enhance the operating portfolio’s performance.
- Coordinate and manage contractors engaged to support maintenance activities and ensuring AES Safety procedures are followed.
The successful candidate will have a depth of experience in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of AC and DC electrical systems of varying types and voltages – experience working with PV solar systems, Battery Energy Storage systems, and substations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead solar PV site, BESS, and substation operations and maintenance efforts, including advanced troubleshooting, in accordance with applicable safety and environmental obligations – Responsible for the Preventive and Corrective O&M activities assigned to the team.
- Stop unsafe work, report and correct unsafe conditions or hazards – review and submit applicable accident / incident report. Work with and support Regional Safety Committee.
- Working with Regional O&M Manager, provide performance and developmental leadership and feedback to the members of the region’s team (typically 4-7 technicians).
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of O&M activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services.
- Support, or lead as necessary, warranty claims processes with EPC providers and equipment vendors.
- Ensure standard maintenance for vehicles and equipment and assist in addressing repair needs, coordinate usage of shared equipment.
- Schedule and implement site training and qualification efforts.
- Assist in third-party contractor and vendor identification and onboarding– develop work scopes and manage and schedule contractors as needed.
- Establish and maintain an annual on-call schedule and communicate that schedule as needed to internal and external parties; respond to “after-hours” emergency situations as necessary.
- Ensure timely, complete, and high-quality documentation related to O&M activities, including but not limited to service tickets, maintenance reports, switching orders, and safety-related documentation (such as JHAs/JSAs, Safe Work Permits, LOTO, Energized Electrical Work Permits, Excavation Permits, etc.).
- Assist in team adoption of computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Work with Engineering to review investigation results and/or recommendations from OEMs and institute plant solutions/modifications, document through change management system.
- Ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels – initiate re-order of consumables and spare parts as needed.
- As needed, participate in the construction/commissioning of the facilities within the region to ensure a high-quality build, successful commissioning, timely project punch list closeout, and smooth transition of responsibility to the Operations team.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental requirements, regional and federal regulations, and company policies.
- Stay abreast of applicable technical & safety standards and share with team.
- Facilitate effective communication for all activities using phone, email, and other business software such as our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Perform/lead other duties and administrative tasks as assigned by Region Manager.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve goals. 3 years or more supervisory experience is a plus.
- Knowledgeable in the systems, processes and protocols guiding the operations and maintenance of industrial PV solar plants and electrical systems (OSHA standards, NFPA 70e, Lockout/ Tagout/ Grounding, etc.). Operation of SEL relays, Pad Mounted Switch Gear, Re-Closers, and Fluence Systems.
- Appropriate Electrical trade qualification with at least 5-years working on utility scale electrical systems.
- Experience working with utility scale PV systems required, Battery Energy Storage systems a plus. Experience with utility size PV Solar inverters: Power Electronics HEC, Power Electronics HEM, AE 1000NX, AE 500NX, SMA SC2200(Kodiak), TMEIC, Hitachi, Chint, and Yaskawa Solectria inverters.
- PV Array Tracker systems: ATI (V2, V2.5, V3), NEXTracker, & Soltec.
- Competence with relevant computer systems including but not limited to CMMS, DAS/SCADA, equipment-specific maintenance programs, and Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to work remotely and utilize technology to stay connected to the local team, as well as colleagues at administrative offices.
- Ability to lead a team and achieve goals with minimum direct supervision and high degree of self-motivation and reliance.
- High degree of commitment to a quality safety culture and an incident-free work environment.
- NFPA 70E and OSHA 30 Certification strongly preferred.
- College degree in a related field a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret equipment/facility schematics, maintenance instructions, procedures/manuals, process/procedure documents.
- Personal values consistent with those of the AES: Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together.
- Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
- Positive, professional, and collaborative work ethic.
- Detail oriented, high-energy, adept at problem solving and time management in sometimes high stress situations, highly organized.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities.
- Occasional non-standard work hours as required to maintain necessary plant readiness.
- Working outside in a normal solar power plant and/or office environment, including high/low ambient temperatures and high/low humidity areas, and possibly working at heights.
- Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
- As necessary, travel regionally in a company provided service vehicle and use regional air travel to support company’s solar and storage assets.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
COMPENSATION
The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $108,500 and $135,575/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is 04/22/2026.
INTRODUCTION
Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.
AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.
If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.
At AES Clean Energy, we’re accelerating the future of energy, together, while transforming customer experience and delivering unique customer products and solutions. We're looking for a Field Services Team Leader to support our expanding teams locally and help grow our portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) solar and solar + Battery storage facilities while connecting the region to the broader Field Services network.
LOCATION
The candidate must reside within a radius that covers the area between Albany, NY, and Worcester, MA.
CHARACTERISTICS
Safety First - Self-starter - Innovative Thinker - Driven by Excellence - Team Player - Accountable
If these characteristics describe you, join our team’s exciting journey!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A day in the life of the Field Services Team Leader will include, but is not limited to:
- Lead and support the team of technicians in their assigned location/region in performing preventive & corrective maintenance and supporting ongoing construction activities.
- Plan, coordinate and manage the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services to AES Clean Energy facilities and assist the Regional Field Services Manager in planning to meet regional maintenance obligations.
- Work closely with the Regional Manager, Engineering team, and others to remediate site issues and enhance the operating portfolio’s performance.
- Coordinate and manage contractors engaged to support maintenance activities and ensuring AES Safety procedures are followed.
The successful candidate will have a depth of experience in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of AC and DC electrical systems of varying types and voltages – experience working with PV solar systems, Battery Energy Storage systems, and substations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead solar PV site, BESS, and substation operations and maintenance efforts, including advanced troubleshooting, in accordance with applicable safety and environmental obligations – Responsible for the Preventive and Corrective O&M activities assigned to the team.
- Stop unsafe work, report and correct unsafe conditions or hazards – review and submit applicable accident / incident report. Work with and support Regional Safety Committee.
- Working with Regional O&M Manager, provide performance and developmental leadership and feedback to the members of the region’s team (typically 4-7 technicians).
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of O&M activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services.
- Support, or lead as necessary, warranty claims processes with EPC providers and equipment vendors.
- Ensure standard maintenance for vehicles and equipment and assist in addressing repair needs, coordinate usage of shared equipment.
- Schedule and implement site training and qualification efforts.
- Assist in third-party contractor and vendor identification and onboarding– develop work scopes and manage and schedule contractors as needed.
- Establish and maintain an annual on-call schedule and communicate that schedule as needed to internal and external parties; respond to “after-hours” emergency situations as necessary.
- Ensure timely, complete, and high-quality documentation related to O&M activities, including but not limited to service tickets, maintenance reports, switching orders, and safety-related documentation (such as JHAs/JSAs, Safe Work Permits, LOTO, Energized Electrical Work Permits, Excavation Permits, etc.).
- Assist in team adoption of computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Work with Engineering to review investigation results and/or recommendations from OEMs and institute plant solutions/modifications, document through change management system.
- Ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels – initiate re-order of consumables and spare parts as needed.
- As needed, participate in the construction/commissioning of the facilities within the region to ensure a high-quality build, successful commissioning, timely project punch list closeout, and smooth transition of responsibility to the Operations team.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental requirements, regional and federal regulations, and company policies.
- Stay abreast of applicable technical & safety standards and share with team.
- Facilitate effective communication for all activities using phone, email, and other business software such as our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Perform/lead other duties and administrative tasks as assigned by Region Manager.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve goals. 3 years or more supervisory experience is a plus.
- Knowledgeable in the systems, processes and protocols guiding the operations and maintenance of industrial PV solar plants and electrical systems (OSHA standards, NFPA 70e, Lockout/ Tagout/ Grounding, etc.). Operation of SEL relays, Pad Mounted Switch Gear, Re-Closers, and Fluence Systems.
- Appropriate Electrical trade qualification with at least 5-years working on utility scale electrical systems.
- Experience working with utility scale PV systems required, Battery Energy Storage systems a plus. Experience with utility size PV Solar inverters: Power Electronics HEC, Power Electronics HEM, AE 1000NX, AE 500NX, SMA SC2200(Kodiak), TMEIC, Hitachi, Chint, and Yaskawa Solectria inverters.
- PV Array Tracker systems: ATI (V2, V2.5, V3), NEXTracker, & Soltec.
- Competence with relevant computer systems including but not limited to CMMS, DAS/SCADA, equipment-specific maintenance programs, and Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to work remotely and utilize technology to stay connected to the local team, as well as colleagues at administrative offices.
- Ability to lead a team and achieve goals with minimum direct supervision and high degree of self-motivation and reliance.
- High degree of commitment to a quality safety culture and an incident-free work environment.
- NFPA 70E and OSHA 30 Certification strongly preferred.
- College degree in a related field a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret equipment/facility schematics, maintenance instructions, procedures/manuals, process/procedure documents.
- Personal values consistent with those of the AES: Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together.
- Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
- Positive, professional, and collaborative work ethic.
- Detail oriented, high-energy, adept at problem solving and time management in sometimes high stress situations, highly organized.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities.
- Occasional non-standard work hours as required to maintain necessary plant readiness.
- Working outside in a normal solar power plant and/or office environment, including high/low ambient temperatures and high/low humidity areas, and possibly working at heights.
- Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
- As necessary, travel regionally in a company provided service vehicle and use regional air travel to support company’s solar and storage assets.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
COMPENSATION
The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $108,500 and $135,575/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is 04/22/2026.
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Which energy companies sponsor H-1B visas in New York?
Con Edison and National Grid are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors in New York's energy sector, filing petitions for electrical engineers, systems analysts, and grid operations roles. ExxonMobil and BP maintain significant sponsored workforces in the state, and firms like PSEG Long Island and Consolidated Edison subsidiaries also appear regularly in DOL Labor Condition Application filings for energy positions.
Which cities in New York have the most energy H-1B sponsorship jobs?
New York City accounts for the largest share of energy H-1B sponsorship activity in the state, driven by utility headquarters, energy trading firms, and clean energy consultancies concentrated in Manhattan. Albany sees consistent demand tied to state energy agencies and grid operators. The Hudson Valley and Long Island corridors also have notable activity, particularly around utility infrastructure and offshore wind development projects.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in New York?
Roles that qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B standard typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. In New York's energy sector, this commonly includes electrical engineers, power systems engineers, energy analysts, environmental engineers, software developers supporting grid technology, and energy policy specialists. Positions in offshore wind project development have grown significantly given New York's aggressive renewable energy targets.
How do I find energy H-1B sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters energy H-1B sponsorship jobs in New York by employer, role type, and location. Rather than manually searching general job boards and guessing which employers sponsor, Migrate Mate surfaces companies with verified H-1B sponsorship history in the energy sector, making it significantly faster to identify realistic opportunities in the New York market.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in the energy sector?
New York's Clean Energy Standard and the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act have driven substantial hiring in renewable energy, which has expanded the pool of employers filing H-1B petitions in the state. Energy employers subject to New York Public Service Commission oversight may have additional compliance layers that affect hiring timelines. Prevailing wage requirements under H-1B rules apply statewide, with New York City wages benchmarked at a higher level than upstate positions.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B energy jobs in New York?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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