(Deadline Extended) Employment Opportunity - Wind Systems Reliability Engineer
The Wind Energy Institute of
Canada (WEICan) is an independent non-profit organization that advances the
development of wind energy across Canada through research, testing, innovation,
and collaboration. WEICan owns and operates a Wind R&D Park that features
five 2 MW wind turbines, a 109 kW photovoltaic array, and a 111.5 kW/223 kWh
battery energy storage system.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Scientific
Director, the Wind Systems Reliability Engineer contributes to research
projects at the Institute, specifically those related to service life
estimation/asset management of the wind turbines installed at the Institute.
The Wind Systems Reliability Engineer will also participate in the development,
implementation, and ongoing operation of testing and technology development
projects.
Principle Responsibilities
and Accountability:
Assist in the
development of operations and research programs involving the wind park in
accordance with current best practices and industry findings
Participate in
wind park operational troubleshooting
Lead the
development of various system test programs. Review data for quality control
and reduce data for detailed analysis.
Collaborate in
the writing of academic papers with other researchers and present findings at
conferences. Prepare presentations for others within the Institute.
Remain current
with information on technical trends, research, applications, and effective
practices related to the wind energy industry.
Draft project
proposal submissions.
Participate in
safety related training and WEICan’s safety responsibilities. Assist in
the selection, design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of
measurement equipment and data acquisition systems.
Work
collaboratively, manage multiple projects, balance priorities, lead project
teams, and meet deadlines.
Work independently.
Work with
sensitive and confidential information.
Draft equipment
documentation procedures, including troubleshooting documentation.
Develop
operational and testing procedures in accordance with technical standards
applicable to wind turbine testing. Participate in wind turbine testing leading
to certification contracts.
Perform other
duties as required or assigned.
Education and Training:
Graduate degree in Mechanical
Engineering is preferred. Undergraduate, other engineering disciplines, or other
related degrees (e.g. Physics) may also be considered.
Experience/Skills/Knowledge:
The following experiences/skills/knowledge
would be considered an asset for the successful candidate:
Experience in
wind systems
Interest in
renewable energy
Understanding of
the electricity grid
Experience in
electrical/mechanical and instrumentation design and implementation
Experience in
engineering research
Experience in
analyzing large amounts of data
Knowledge of
industrial control technologies
Relevant
experience in electrical systems
Experience in
instrumentation, programming, digital control systems, and data acquisition
systems
Experience in
project management
Knowledgeable in
CSA, CEC, and the IEC wind turbine standards
Knowledge of
computer systems, MS Office and CAD software packages.
Excellent
communication skills.
Familiar with
life in small, rural communities.
Working Conditions:
The
position primarily involves work in an office environment at WEICan’s
North Cape, Prince Edward Island site. Some field work, including climbing wind
turbines and wind monitoring towers and work within a substation, may be
involved in support of technical projects, both at WEICan and remotely. The
position requires intermittent travel. Candidate must have a Canadian driver’s
license and the ability to hold a Canadian passport is preferred. The position requires flexible
work hours and evenings and weekend work will be required occasionally.
How to apply
To
be considered for this position, please email a resume and cover letter to marianne.rodgers@weican.ca with Wind
Systems Reliability Engineer in the subject line.
Deadline: September 6, 2022 (deadline extended)
WEICan
supports diversity and inclusion is its employment practices.Thank you
to all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
Visit www.weican.ca for
more information about WEICan
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