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Position Overview
Join one of the world's leading suppliers of wind power solutions as a Wind Technician for Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy! Demand for electricity generated from renewable sources is growing fast, and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has the answers. As one of the market leaders, we combine technological innovations, experience, and expertise to deliver readily available, one-stop solutions and have a proven track record of successfully delivering wind power projects on all continents. SGRE is currently seeking highly talented and motivated candidates for a Wind Technician position. The candidate will work together with a multi-disciplinary group to ensure top performance on our wind farms. The ideal candidate has the ability to work a flexible schedule, along with the ability to analyze and resolve problems independently and efficiently. S/he will provide excellent service to our customers, have the ability to work on complex systems in challenging environments, and participate in the development of new field procedures and best practices. Performs troubleshooting on various turbine platforms and systems during unplanned outages.
Relocation will not be offered for this role.
Responsibilities:
Service and maintenance wind turbines
Troubleshoot errors on wind turbine
Escalate technical issues to supporting engineering functions
Be self-motivated, able to think quickly and address issues as they arise
Ability to work a flexible work schedule is required, along with the ability to analyze and resolve issues independently and efficiently
Required Knowledge/ Skills, Education, and Experience
Ability to travel 100% of the time to various sites in some cases on limited notice due to organizational needs
Performs troubleshooting tasks on various turbine systems including but not limited to; PLC/control systems, hydraulics, drivetrain, converters and IT related systems.
Supports site managers with troubleshooting and support with improving operation of their wind farm
Coordinates and accomplishes defined service operations and/or resolves product issues for customers equipment.
Supports with training of onsite technicians and provide guidance to site managers on improvements for site-based technicians
Provide reporting to Portfolio Manager on findings and areas of improvement
Adheres to defined processes and applicable regulations.
Driving is an essential function of the job and applicants must have a valid driver's license at the time of application with an acceptable driving record. Employees must maintain a valid license and acceptable driving record and may be subject to periodic DMV checks of their license.
2-4 years of experience in a mechanical, electrical, or industrial field. G2 108 and G2 129 experience is required
Physically and mentally able to work suspended from heights and in confined spaces
Flexible travel schedule
High school diploma or equivalent
Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less as required by the safety regulations
Must pass a physical administered by a medical practitioner to ensure ability to safely perform the job functions and meet the physical demands of the position
Must pass pre-hire background drug screening
Ability to climb 300+ft
Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States
Preferred Knowledge/ Skills, Education, and Experience
Certification from a Renewable Energy or Wind Technical Program
GWO Training
Hands on work experience as a Wind Technician on a Wind Farm
Relevant work experience e.g. electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, maintenance/troubleshooting in a military, industrial or automotive industry
Min of 2 years' experience performing troubleshooting tasks on SGRE G114, G126, G132, G145
Min 1 year experience performing preventative maintenance on SGRE products.
Read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics/drawings.
Optional Qualifications
DAC converter training
SGRE BECAP and or APT
Ingeteam experience and or training
Experience with performing inspections with drive-train components. Visuals, borescope etc.
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