Engineer I, Site Suitability

• Location(s):
• Chicago, IL, US, 60654 Austin, TX, US, 78701
  

RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Engineering
Remuneration: Exempt

The Site Assessment & Suitability team is a key technical interface to the onshore wind turbine landscape and their new technology developments. The team provides holistic technical assessments to enable the business to select the most competitive turbine technologies and perform site suitability studies for our development projects. To strengthen the team, we are looking for an Engineer I, Site Suitability to support our onshore wind projects.

Role Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments for site classification, turbine suitability, and lifetime for RWE North American onshore wind projects
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather necessary inputs for site suitability studies
• Support the preparation of site suitability input packages for technical assessments performed by turbine vendors
• Assist in the evaluation and review of load studies provided by turbine vendors
• Show an understanding of the importance of equipment procurement relationships and support the initial screening and selection of wind turbines appropriate for site specific wind conditions
• Participate in site visits and assist in documenting site-specific observations relevant to turbine suitability
• Perform terrain and measurement sector assessments for wind turbine power performance tests, and review 3rd party testing entity reports and conclusions
• Support coordination and provision of the necessary inputs to 3rd parties performing acoustics and shadow flicker assessments
• Assist in the coordination and review of post-construction noise compliance measurements and related assessments
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal standards, tools, and process templates

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (or comparable)
• Foundational knowledge of assessment principles, preferably for wind farm studies, and one (1) year of relevant professional experience
• Experience in working within an international project development organization is preferred
• Team-oriented with good communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and eager to learn, with solid problem-solving abilities and a collaborative approach to achieving team goals
• Effective communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships across diverse teams.
• Detail-oriented with a foundational understanding of business concepts and an interest in developing business acumen
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Foundational knowledge of wind yield assessment, wind turbine concepts, wind turbine loads, and familiarity with tools such as WAsP, WindPRO, Windographer, and CFD software is desirable.
• Familiarity with acoustic analysis tools (WindPRO, CadnaA, Soundplan, or similar) is beneficial.
• Basic programming skills (e.g., Python) are desirable
• Basic knowledge of international rules and regulations applicable to wind turbines, such as the IEC61400 series, DNV GL standards, etc., is desirable
• Willingness to travel based on tasks, both nationally and internationally (expected travel time in general <25%)
• Basic knowledge of ISO standards related to sound propagation and noise measurements is beneficial

Work Environment:

This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.

Benefits offered: 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.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com .

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.