Switzerland Global Enterprise

Wind Controls Quality Technical Leader

Switzerland Global Enterprise

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: GreenvilleNew YorkUnited States

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Salary

💰 $113,200 - $188,800 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with Controls, Fleet Performance Management (FPM), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) teams to ensure alignment and effective communication.
  • Lead Turbine Controls RCA: Guide the turbine controls Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process through the 8D (Eight Disciplines) problem-solving methodology from initiation to completion.
  • Analyze and Resolve Complex Control Issues: Investigate and address intricate control system problems within turbine fleets, leveraging advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
  • Implement Containment Measures and Corrective Actions: Develop and execute interim solutions to mitigate issues while working on permanent corrective actions.
  • Manage Defects and Change Requests: Oversee the lifecycle of defects and change requests, ensuring they are properly documented, prioritized, and resolved.
  • Communicate Technical Findings: Present technical findings, recommendations, and progress reports to stakeholders through clear and concise reports and presentations.
  • Promote Lessons Learned and Best Practices: Integrate lessons learned and best practices into design documentation and processes to enhance overall quality and efficiency.
  • Lead and Participate in Projects: Manage and contribute to multiple projects, ensuring they adhere to schedules, quality standards, and project management best practices.
  • Provide Technical Guidance and Mentorship: Offer technical expertise and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Utilize Lean Tools: Apply Lean methodologies and tools for process improvements, documenting successful projects and their impacts.
  • Develop and Implement Innovative Concepts: Create and implement cutting-edge design and development concepts to tackle technical challenges and drive innovation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
  • Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant wind engineering experience
  • Proven experience and significant contribution in a similar technical leadership role within the wind energy or controls industry
  • Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink or similar simulation and modeling tools
  • Experience with wind turbine control systems and aero-elastic wind turbine simulation tools like Flex or Simpak
  • Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in controls, wind energy, system dynamics, or a related field
  • Strong understanding of classical and modern control theory principles
  • Experience with real-time control systems such as MarkVIe
  • Knowledge of programming languages like C/C++ or Python
  • Experience simulating field issues to develop and test resolution strategies
  • Strong ability to analyze large data sets to detect trends, determine root causes, and drive data-informed decisions
  • Strong ability to interface effectively with all organizational levels, including external customers and partners
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to present to Senior Leadership
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Effective problem-solving skills and analytical abilities
Benefits
  • medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
  • access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
  • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
  • tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
  • access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
  • tuition assistance
  • adoption assistance
  • paid parental leave
  • disability benefits
  • life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • permissive time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
MATLABSimulinkC/C++Pythonreal-time control systemsaero-elastic wind turbine simulation toolsLean methodologies8D problem-solving methodologydata analysiscontrol theory
Soft Skills
communication skillsleadership skillsinterpersonal skillsproblem-solving skillsanalytical abilitiesmentorshipproject managementcollaborationtechnical guidancepresentation skills
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in ScienceMaster’s Degree in controlsMaster’s Degree in wind energyPh.D. in controlsPh.D. in wind energyPh.D. in system dynamics