Wind Turbine Mechanical Loads Engineer - Canada Job - DNV GL - Montréal, QC

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Wind Turbine Mechanical Loads Engineer - Canada

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Requisition ID
2016-8059
Business Area
Energy
Location
CA-Montreal
Category/Discipline
Engineering
Location Details
This position can be located in

either Seattle, WA or Montreal
Canada (for Seattle, WA see
posting # 2016-8065 to apply)
Position Type
Permanent employment
Close Date
(dd/mm/yyyy)
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Company & Business Area Description

Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, DNV GL enables organisations to advance the safety and
sustainability of their business. We provide classification and technical assurance along with software and independent expert
advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas and energy industries. We also provide certification services to customers across a wide
range of industries.
Combining leading technical and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, DNV GL empowers our
customers decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to
provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight.
Originated in 1864, DNV GL operates globally in more than 100 countries with our 15,000 professionals dedicated to helping our
customers make the world safer, smarter and greener.
DNV GL Energy, with more than 2,300 experts in over 30 countries around the world, is committed to driving the global transition
toward a safe, reliable, efficient, and clean energy future. With a heritage of 150 years, we specialize in providing world-class,
innovative solutions in the fields of business & technical consultancy, testing, inspections & certification, risk management, and
verification.
Local Unit & Position Description
DNV GL provides technical consulting services worldwide to renewable energy project developers, technology
designers and financiers accelerating the transition to a safer and more sustainable future.
Our Turbine Testing team delivers high quality analysis to wind farm owners, wind turbine manufacturers and
clean energy investors to ensure that wind turbines perform to expectations. We are engineers, scientists and
businesspeople dedicated to the success of the wind energy industry. We verify through measurements that
wind turbines will perform in line with expectations upon commissioning and throughout their designed service
life.
The Candidate We Seek
You want to manage projects for top wind turbine manufacturers and a diverse array of wind project
developers and owners. You want to work in a congenial, collaborative office environment and travel (~30%)
to wind farms across the continent and enjoy the view from atop wind turbine nacelles. You want to apply
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technical hardware and software skills by running complex analyses and are excited to work for a company
whose technical expertise spans the value chain.
You have hands on experience with design, configuration, and maintenance of data acquisition systems. You
enjoy both technical engineering challenges and client-facing project management. You are a trained engineer
with a sense of urgency to act by effectively communicating what you see and what options you propose to
move forward. You have a keen eye for detail. You never compromise on safety, quality or integrity. You thrive
in a dynamic environment being flexible and adaptable to deliver results to our clients by deadlines, building
their trust and confidence to ensure continued sales.
Primary Responsibilities at Office (~70%):
Project management of wind turbine measurements (scope, schedule, costs)
Test planning including contract review, technical analysis and documentation
Measurement equipment specification, procurement, preparation, documentation
Data monitoring and analysis to international standards and internal best practices
Technical report writing, critical reviewing and professional presentation to clients
Primary Responsibilities at Wind Farms (~30%):
Inspection, verification and commissioning of as-built measurement systems to designed plans
Climbing wind turbines and meteorological masts applying safety policies and training
Installation and calibration of measurement systems
Troubleshooting data acquisition systems and sensors
Additional Tasks May Include:
Power performance, acoustic noise, power quality, or solar resource measurements
Subcontractor management for sensor or meteorological mast installations
Business development through strong client relationships, lead generation and proposal writing
Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and best practices across DNV GL units
Aid in continuous improvement by developing safety, quality, analysis, and other processes
Position Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or other relevant discipline
Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or other relevant discipline
Previous work experience with a wind turbine manufacturer or project developer
Previous work experience in renewable energy, consulting, project management
Familiarity with various meteorological, mechanical and electrical measurement systems and sensors including
strain, torsion, stiffness, power, vibration, acoustic, displacement and telemetry systems
MATLAB or IMC FAMOS programming experience
Hands-on experience with Campbell Scientific, NRG, or IMC hardware and software
Physical abilities necessary to perform regular functions of the job:
Normal office environment, occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs., regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting,
standing and reaching
Travel to other company office locations, project site locations, client offices, and conferences
Occasional work outdoors in harsh conditions including but not limited to climbing stairs and ladders to ascend
wind turbines or masts
Traveling by car up to six hours and walking on uneven terrain
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Ability to work extended hours as needed to meet deadlines and business needs
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Valid driver license required and acceptable driving record meeting company requirements; ability to rent a
vehicle
Ability to work in Canada
We conduct a pre-employment background check
Opportunities Beyond Business
Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our
meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial
working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package.
DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Please visit our website at www.dnvgl.com
Local employment conditions apply.
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