Associate, Condition Monitoring Engineer

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Engineering
Remuneration: Exempt

The Associate, Condition Monitoring Engineer at RWE performs routine analysis of vibration, lubrication, and SCADA data to identify issues within operational assets – with a focus on wind turbine drivetrains. The analyst will work with site teams to provide support for the issues and monitor them through their resolution. The analyst serves as a central coordinator between site operations, engineering support functions, and other groups as needed to support sites in resolving the issues in a timely manner. At the Manager level, you will also support multiple projects and initiatives and serve as a leader/mentor for other analysts.

Role Responsibilities:

• Analyze drivetrain vibration, lubrication, and SCADA data to identify issues and failures. Perform turbine reliability, technical, and root cause analysis
• Notify site operations of issues and failures and monitor these issues through resolution
• Support takeover of condition monitoring systems from OEM to RWE control at the end of the warranty
• Support multiple online turbine condition monitoring software and hardware platforms. Define parameters, alarm levels, and set-ups on a fleet level basis. Troubleshoot these systems as needed
• Support regional Operations and Maintenance teams about faults, reliability, technical issues detected, and recommended actions
• Perform site visits to support site operations
• Issue ad-hoc reports for non-standard analysis requests
• Establish and maintain commonly used databases, e.g., component failures, component kinematic data, etc.
• Coordinate with RWE’s internal and external stakeholders, standardize activities around the condition monitoring process, and actively engage with site staff regarding the condition monitoring systems
• Initiate and lead complex projects across multiple teams to improve condition monitoring systems and asset reliability and to drive excellence within the organization
• Collect inputs from Internal Stakeholders, Academia, and industry and propose solutions
• Represent the CMS community in conferences and meetings
• Identify and drive wider Industry collaboration opportunities
• Mentor, guide, and share knowledge with less experienced analysts

Job Requirements and Experience:

• A Bachelor's in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics from an accredited university or college is required
  • In place of a STEM degree, an additional 5 years of O&M experience may be substituted
• A Category II Certification in Vibration Analysis following ISO18436 or equivalent is required
• A minimum of 8 years of engineering experience with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Vibration & Condition Monitoring
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage customer relationships
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong leadership and communication skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Ability to multi-task while working independently and as part of a team
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
• Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with various project teams
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Work Environment:

This position is office-based, with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.