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Position Overview
In this position you will be part of the Service Technology family. The person in the Mechanical Engineering Specialist position for the New Platforms team will ensure delivery of technical solutions while considering safety, time to resolution and cost.
Relocation will not be offered for this role
Responsibilities
In the position as Mechanical Engineering Specialist you will be responsible for mechanical issues affecting the New Platforms (i.e. SG4X, SG5X, etc.) in Service. Your goal will be to deliver technical solutions meeting the defined requirements based on technical norms and standards.
In order to foster relations, align priorities, apply the latest knowledge and to have influence on our business, you will establish, maintain and develop collaboration with many stakeholders within TE, Service and Onshore Technology.
In this role the systems under the responsibility of the Mechanical Engineering Specialist include but are not limited to turbine drivetrain (Gearbox system), structural components, tower internals, cooling systems and heavy lifting/rigging techniques.
Tasks may include but are not limited to:
Perform root cause analysis on faulty mechanical drivetrain components or systems within the wind Turbine.
Escalate complex and fleetwide technical issues through the Support process by using the organization's case management tools.
Define interim containment actions, as well as develop the corresponding documentation its implementation in the field.
Support of the technical processes for replacement and repair concepts as well as work instructions for mechanical components (Gearbox internals), including up-tower repairs.
Initiate new Failure Mode communication on main components and release of refurbishment/repair report to customers.
Technical support for SPS, Quality, Aftermarket, Warranty Management and other departments.
Ensure the correct reporting of incidents and accidents, near misses and unsafe acts and conditions.
Collaborate with the other technical areas of the technology team, operations, quality, safety, platform, main component teams, and Onshore to ensure inputs from all stakeholders are taken into account when analyzing a problem.
Establish, develop, and maintain a technical and professional network to stay current on latest technologies, design practices, and industry standards.
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in field of Mechanical Engineering as it relates to wind turbine Gearbox systems.
Advanced degree may be substituted for experience, where applicable.
Knowledge of how mechanical systems interact with systems of other engineering disciplines to ensure all aspects are considered when defining design solutions.
Broad knowledge in the field of mechanical engineering with an advanced understanding of wind turbine systems.
Understanding in project management methods and tools is beneficial.
Strong communicator and team player
Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
Proactive and Self-driven
Demonstrate professionalism and show respect and understanding when supporting all members of the organization and our external customers
Working knowledge of SAP, NX, Windchill PLM, and Teamcenter
Understanding of 8D Problem Solving and other Six Sigma methodologies
Approximately 10% travel is expected (International & Domestic)
#Mid-senior level
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