Lead Engineer - System Value Optimization

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical loads analyses, controller tunings and trade-offs (loads, stability, operation and performance) for new products, cost out, design updates, and fleet support as needed.
  • Preparation of loads inputs, creation of the aeroelastic model, execute loads analysis and perform postprocessing is part of the design loop and therefore the responsibilities of the SVO engineer.
  • Perform basic operability checks and frequency domain stability checks.
  • Update loads envelopes
  • Hand off model and controller to MLA team, to execute site specific assessments.
  • Perform feasibility studies and develop tech charts.
• Deliver best-in-class loads mitigation and performance optimization technologies to lower Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE)
• Identify and deliver on ideas for process simplification and tools automation
• Cultivate an atmosphere of team building and learning, driving new methods/ideas for loads and performance improvements.
• Effectively communicate to cross-functionally engineering team and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college.

Desired Characteristics

• Master degree from an accredited university in Mechanical engineering, civil engineering or aerospace engineering
• Experience in aeroelastic loads simulations
• Working knowledge of aero-elastic simulation platforms: Bladed, HAWC2, Simpack, SDM
• Relevant years of wind experience with loads assessments
• Experience in wind turbine control technologies, operability & validation
• Expert knowledge on wind turbine component design criteria
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional and global environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No