Leeward operates 30 utility-scale renewable projects (wind, solar, energy storage) totaling 4 gigawatts across the U.S., with a stated target of 10GW by 2028. The tech stack—SCADA, HMI, PLC, Modbus, OPC, DNP3, Ignition, Maximo CMMS—is classically industrial-ops focused, reflecting heavy reliance on real-time grid monitoring and asset lifecycle management. Current hiring is engineering-heavy (11 open roles) and accelerating, paired with active project work on grid integration, market compliance, and plant commissioning, suggesting rapid scaling of operations teams to support pipeline growth.
Notable leadership hires: Site Lead
Leeward Renewable Energy owns and operates utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company manages 30 projects with 4 gigawatts of total generating capacity. The business model centers on long-term asset ownership, ISO/RTO market participation, and grid integration. Core operations span project financing, permitting and engineering, site commissioning, SCADA/grid integration, and day-to-day plant performance optimization. The organization serves regional power markets and community stakeholders.
SCADA, HMI, PLC, Modbus, OPC, DNP3, Ethernet/IP for industrial control; Ignition for visualization; Maximo for asset maintenance; Python, C#, SQL for data/integration; Primavera P6 and Procore for project management; Workday for HR/finance.
30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects totaling 4 gigawatts of generating capacity across the United States, with a target to reach 10GW by 2028.
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