Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence.
Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.
Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 35 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.
The Condition Monitoring Engineer provides subject matter expertise and direction for the Pattern operational fleet condition monitoring program. Specifically, this role requires detailed understanding and experience performing advanced vibration analysis of wind turbine components. The Condition Monitoring Engineer will be responsible for daily monitoring, collaborating sites to optimize remaining useful life of components and continuously improving the condition monitoring program capabilities.
The key responsibilities will include the following:
Manage Pattern Operation’s wind turbine vibration condition monitoring program. Perform vibration analysis and develop necessary methods for the early detection of component failures and damages on wind turbine components. Monitor system data flow health and resolve issues to ensure high system availability and performance.
Act as Pattern’s subject matter expert for wind turbine condition based and predictive based maintenance to ensure the latest developments in hardware, software and analysis methodologies are applied.
Work cooperatively with other discipline engineering leaders in the group to ensure a holistic approach to wind turbines and solar reliability.
Provide technical support for the operations field teams with inspection guidance, turbine troubleshooting and operational status assessment.
A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar Engineering degree is required as a minimum. Master’s degree preferred.
1-5 years or more experience as a vibration condition monitoring engineer in wind industry.
Preferred experience utilizing fleet MONITOR condition monitoring software or required experience with other diagnostics software packages for wind turbine vibration data.
Experience with Siemens, GE, or other wind OEM hardware and software
Must be able to climb modern wind turbine without a lift or climb assist
Strong technical capabilities and a creative, curious, self-driven work ethic
Ability to work well in and/or lead cross functional teams with little supervision or oversight Ability to travel (Up to 10% travel)
Ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations, signal processing, and analysis of vibration data using available industry vibration software packages.
Familiarity with programming in Python, R, MATLAB, or similar and ability to apply knowledge toward improving fleet performance and reliability
Knowledge of SCADA data and principles of databases and historians, including experience with Structured Query Language
Ability to turn detailed vibration assessment into comprehensible and actionable maintenance actions for the operations team.
Ability to quickly assess emergency situations and requirements to develop and implement appropriate action plans
Ability to work around energized equipment under proper lock-out, tag-out, and other safety procedures
Ability to occasionally perform physical requirements including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing at project locations in order to inspect equipment or collect information
The expected starting pay range for this role is $86,000 - $108,000 USD. This range is an estimate, and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.
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