Senior Wind Energy Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Fully remote work

Health coverage

PD budget for conferences

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Wind Energy Engineer to join a fully remote team focused on wind projects across South Africa. You will lead design, development, and optimization efforts, applying advanced aerodynamics, turbine technology, and wind resource modeling.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in wind energy with strong grid integration knowledge and experience using WAsP/ Windographer and turbine simulation tools. Collaboration with global teams is essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Advanced engineering degree in a related field.
• Minimum 7 years in wind energy with design/analysis focus.
• Strong knowledge of turbine tech, aerodynamics and power curves.
• Proficiency in wind data tools and turbine simulations.
• Experience with grid integration and SA standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee wind energy project development from site assessments to optimization.
• Perform aerodynamic and structural analysis for turbines and farms.
• Develop wind resource and energy production models.
• Specify turbine tech aligned with grid connection standards.
• Coordinate with PM, construction and operations for delivery.
• Troubleshoot turbine performance and wind farm issues.

Skills

Wind energy expertise

Aerodynamics knowledge

Wind resource software

Turbine simulation tools

Grid integration know‑how

Remote collaboration

Education

Masters/PhD in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace

Tools

WAsP

Windographer

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneer in sustainable energy, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Wind Energy Engineer to join their expert remote team. This position is critical for the design, development, and optimization of wind energy projects across South Africa . You will leverage your extensive technical expertise to ensure the efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of wind farm operations and developments. Working entirely remotely, you will collaborate with international and local teams, contributing to the growth of renewable energy in diverse geographical settings, with a particular focus on harnessing the wind resources available in regions like the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical aspects of wind energy project development, from site assessment to operational optimization.
• Perform complex aerodynamic and structural analysis for wind turbines and wind farms.
• Develop and validate wind resource assessment models and energy production estimates.
• Specify wind turbine technology and ensure alignment with project requirements and grid connection standards.
• Collaborate with project management, construction, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to wind turbine performance and wind farm operations.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the wind energy industry, with a strong focus on engineering design and analysis.
• Extensive knowledge of wind turbine technology, aerodynamics, and power curves.
• Proficiency in wind resource assessment software (e.g., WAsP, Windographer) and turbine simulation tools.
• Experience with grid integration of wind power and relevant South African standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, ideally suited for a fully remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development and conference attendance.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking wind energy projects that power South Africa .