Wind Availability Engineer, Operations Engineering

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Position Overview

The Wind Availability Engineer provides technical expertise to a large operating fleet of wind facilities in order to maximize turbine performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line technical expertise to Invenergy’s operating utility-scale wind energy facilities.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve equipment reliability and performance issues to maximize site energy production. Equipment includes wind turbine blades, gearboxes, and mechanical/electrical subsystems.
• Interface with equipment manufacturers to resolve technical issues and develop best operating practices. 
• Develop procedures and technical documentation regarding the safe and efficient operation of wind facilities.
• Participate in regular site operation calls and work with field personnel to investigate equipment issues and maximize production
• Lead pilot projects to evaluate new equipment, tools, or processes
• Analyze inspection results, SCADA data, and controls logic to gain operational insights.
• Work with the performance analytics team to develop new monitoring strategies and predictive analytics for wind facilities.
• Work with the EHS team to develop safe operating practices and standards.
• Support the start-up of operations at new facilities
• Support the end-of-warranty inspection process at facilities
• Some travel (< 25%) and moderate field work may be required

Required Skills

• B.S. in an engineering discipline, M.S. preferred
• One to eight years’ work experience

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy systems
• Strong interest and understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products and able to quickly acclimate to new software
• Ability to independently manage projects and drive initiatives
• Experience with wind turbine, equipment reliability, or work management programs is a plus

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.