Senior Wind Turbine Engineer
Location ES-Zaragoza ES-Madrid ES-Barcelona FR-Paris Requisition ID 2022-17951 Business Area Energy Systems Category / Discipline Engineering Location Details Zaragoza, Madrid, Barcelona, Spain;
Paris, France Posting Position Type Permanent Employee Close Date (dd / mm / yyyy) 30 / 4 / 2022
Local Unit & Position Description
DNV’s Renewables Advisory group is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Engineer to join our Wind Turbine Technology team.
It is preferred that this position be based out of our Zaragoza, Spain office, but other DNV Renewables Advisory locations in Spain and / or France will be considered.
What You’ll Do
Provide project-related support within Renewables Advisory SEMELA with a focus on wind turbine condition, site operations, and project construction phases.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Performing root cause failure investigations through inspection and documentation of field conditions as well as follow-up analysis projects (both desk and field inspection work)
Leading End of Warranty inspections and testing on condition of wind turbine equipment on-site
Performing operational site assessment site visits to inspect equipment and operations and maintenance processes to objectively assess project conditions
Collaborate to improve and advance services and technical processes
Meet company required documentation and reporting and administrative responsibilities.
Author detailed technical reports, and write memos, emails or technical notes to communicate clearly and objectively internally and to clients with accuracy and technical rigor
Complete company required documentation in a timely manner such as HSE documentation, time sheets, expense reports, inspection check sheets, tracking reports and scheduling controls
Support Bid and Project Management for service activities
Typically, 40 hours per week, Monday Friday while in the office. Hours are flexible, with starting times between 8.00 9.
00 , excluding lunch break. Field work hours can vary depending upon site needs and weather conditions.
Position Qualifications
What is Required :
Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree is required
Minimum five years of experience with wind turbine technology, with exposure to commissioning processes, failure investigations, quality control, testing, service and / or operations
Climb up a wind turbine tower ladder while carrying up to 15 kg of gear, typically 100 m in height
Experience with some or all of the following : visual turbine inspections, internal video probe inspections (borescope) of gearboxes, blade inspections, oil and grease sampling, vibration monitoring systems, and generator testing
Must have at least working knowledge of wind turbine systems including gearboxes, blades, pitch and yaw systems, generators, towers and foundations, electrical cabling, controllers and SCADA systems
Experience in some or all of the following : wind turbine commissioning, maintenance, service, operation, quality assurance inspections and assessment
Knowledgeable in wind turbine project health and safety and environmental practices which includes but is not limited to lock out tag out, working at heights, hazard communication, hazardous waste, confined space, electrical safety and personal protective equipment
Proficient in MS Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and able to learn new software
Proficient in reading and understanding operational procedures and instructions, maintenance and inspection check sheets and health and safety processes
Enter confined or enclosed spaces according to required procedures
Excellent written and verbal English-language communication skills, comfortable addressing large groups and managing subcontractors in field
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
High level of integrity, discretion and adheres to company / client non-disclosure agreements
Takes a customer service approach
Both a team player, and able to work independently for extended periods
Ability to think critically about the task at hand and make suggestions for improvement
Able to work effectively and professionally with diverse people, clients and co-workers
Flexible and adaptable, as issues and tasks may change quickly
Valid driver’s license with safe driving record
Passport or documentation to allow international travel
Requires the willingness and availability to travel frequently throughout the year for periods of up to three weeks at a time.
Travel is usually within SEMELA region. Estimated travel time expected 25% to 50% of the year.
Company & Business Area Description
DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions.
We provide assurance to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring, verification, and certification services.
As the world's leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.
We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement, and support all stakeholders to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system.
Equal Opportunity Statement
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion.
Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
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