Condition Monitoring Engineer

Condition Monitoring Engineer

RWE Clean Energy, LLC is looking to start as soon as possible, full time, permanent. The Functional area is Engineering. The remuneration is Exempt. The Condition Monitoring Engineer at RWE performs routine analysis of vibration, lubrication, and SCADA data to identify issues within operational assets – with a focus on wind turbine drivetrains. The analyst will work with site teams to provide support for the issues and monitor them through their resolution. The analyst serves as a central coordinator between site operations, engineering support functions, and other groups as needed to support sites in resolving the issues in a timely manner.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis on drivetrain vibration, lubrication, and SCADA data to identify issues and failures.
• Perform turbine reliability, technical and root cause analysis
• Notify site operations of issues and failures, and monitor these issues through resolution
• Support takeover of condition monitoring systems from OEM to RWE control at end of warranty
• Support multiple on-line turbine condition monitoring software and hardware platforms. Define parameters, alarm levels, and set-ups on a fleet level basis. Troubleshoot these systems as needed
• Give support to regional Operations and Maintenance teams about faults, reliability, and technical issues detected and the recommended actions
• Perform site visits to support site operations
• Issue ad-hoc reports for non-standard analysis requests
• Establish and maintain commonly used databases for e.g. component failures, component kinematic data etc.
• Coordinate with RWE's internal and external stakeholders; standardize activities around the condition monitoring process and actively engage with site staff concerning the condition monitoring systems
• Support and lead projects within the team to improve condition monitoring systems, asset reliability, and drive excellence within the organization

Job Requirements and Experiences

• Degree in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from an accredited university or college. In lieu of STEM degree, 5 years O&M experience may be substituted
• Category II Certification in Vibration Analysis following ISO18436 or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of engineering experience with minimum of 18 months of experience in Vibration & Condition Monitoring
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
• Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with various project teams
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
• Fluent in written and spoken English

This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE office and field locations.

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $100,000 - 130,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new-hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered include 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, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.