Wind Farm Data Analyst & Technical Support Specialist

This position is critical in optimizing energy production, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the technical integrity of our wind assets.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring

• SCADA Data Management: Collect, validate, and analyze high-frequency SCADA data to monitor turbine health, energy production, and grid compliance.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze power curves, availability, and loss factors to identify underperforming assets. Recommend corrective actions to maximize Annual Energy Production (AEP).
• Reporting: Generate daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports (KPIs) for stakeholders, including availability, mean time between failures (MTBF), and mean time to repair (MTTR).
• Trend Analysis: Utilize Condition Monitoring Systems (CMS) to detect early signs of component degradation (gearbox, generator, blades) and initiate proactive maintenance work orders.

Technical Support & Troubleshooting

• Remote Diagnostics: Provide Level 2/3 technical support to on-site technicians by analyzing alarm logs and fault codes to guide troubleshooting efforts.
• Site Visits: Conduct regular site visits to validate data anomalies physically, witness complex repairs, and verify component replacements.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Lead or contribute to RCA investigations for recurring faults or major component failures to prevent recurrence.
• Procedure Development: Update technical standard operating procedures (SOPs) and troubleshooting guides based on data insights and field feedback.
• Commissioning Support: Assist in the commissioning of new turbines or major upgrades by verifying performance against design specifications.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all technical interventions and data modifications in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation/ Mechatronics, Renewable Energy, or a related technical field.
• Equivalent combination of technical training and proven experience will be considered.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on on-site experience working directly on wind turbines in an Operations, Maintenance, or Commissioning capacity.
• Proven experience working with Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from major OEMs (e.g., Vestas, GE, Siemens Gamesa).
• Demonstrated experience interpreting SCADA systems and alarm logs in a live operational environment.
• Data Tools: Proficiency in SQL, Python, and AI tools for data manipulation; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (VBA/Macros) and PowerBI/Tableau for visualization.
• SCADA/CMS: Familiarity with industry-standard SCADA platforms and Vibration Monitoring Systems.
• Electrical/Mechanical Knowledge: Strong understanding of high-voltage systems, hydraulics, drivetrains, and control logic.
• EAM Systems: Experience with maintenance management software (e.g., SAP, Maximo, or other CMMS).
• Hybrid Environment: Approximately 70% office/remote work and 30% on-site wind farm work.
• Climbing: Must be physically capable of climbing turbine towers (up to 100 meters) via ladder or lift when required for site investigations.