Engineer II, Wind Turbine Engineering

RWE

Engineer II, Wind Operations for RWE Americas. Supporting the growing onshore wind fleet with a focus on troubleshooting and enhancing performance.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeAustin • California, Illinois, New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $118,000 - $148,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead advanced troubleshooting efforts on wind turbine electrical and electromechanical systems, acting as a go-to technical expert for complex field issues
Serve as a turbine generalist, understanding interactions across electrical, mechanical, and control systems to diagnose and resolve cross-functional issues
Analyze generator, converter, and balance-of-plant failure modes, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
Drive and/or oversee root cause analyses (RCA) for major component failures, translating findings into actionable corrective measures
Develop repair strategies, technical specifications, and qualification requirements for components and vendor services
Collaborate with Asset Management, O&M, and Project teams to optimize fleet performance and reliability
Lead or contribute to standardization of engineering practices, commissioning processes, and troubleshooting methodologies
Strong knowledge of AI methodologies and tools, with the ability to apply them to complex engineering and operational challenges

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university required
Minimum 5 years of experience in wind energy or power generation
Proven experience in commissioning, field engineering, or operations support
Strong background in troubleshooting complex electrical systems, preferably in wind turbines
Turbine Generalist Mindset: Ability to understand and troubleshoot across electrical, mechanical, and control systems
Commissioning Expertise: Experience with system startup, validation, and transition to operations
Advanced Troubleshooting: Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, both remote and hands-on
Root Cause Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead or facilitate RCA processes and implement lasting solutions
Component Knowledge: Familiarity with generators, converters, switchgear, and major wind turbine subsystems
Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Ability to work with OEMs, contractors, and internal teams
Data-Driven Decision Making: Experience using operational data to identify trends and drive improvements
Communication & Leadership: Capable of influencing teams and clearly conveying technical findings
Adaptability & Ownership: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Troubleshooting Complex Electrical SystemsRoot Cause AnalysisRepair Strategies DevelopmentGenerator KnowledgeConverter KnowledgeBalance-Of-Plant AnalysisData-Driven Decision MakingCommissioning ProcessesTechnical Specifications DevelopmentVendor Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipAdaptabilityInfluencing TeamsCollaboration