Senior CMS Engineer

RWE AG; Swindon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy provider is looking for a Senior CMS Engineer to improve wind farm performance through advanced vibration diagnostics and condition monitoring. This full-time role involves leading fleet-wide assessments, collaborating with diverse teams, and developing technical standards. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and significant experience in vibration analysis, with the ability to communicate effectively and a willingness to travel. The position is primarily based in Swindon, UK.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Vibration & Condition Monitoring.
• Ability to communicate effectively with project teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead fleet-wide condition monitoring and vibration diagnostics.
• Analyse complex vibration signals using advanced techniques.
• Identify early-stage mechanical faults and recommend actions.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Condition Monitoring

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

University degree in engineering or similar

Certified Vibration Analyst – Category III (ISO 18436-2)

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Engineering

RWE Offshore Wind is part of RWE Group and one of the largest renewable companies in Europe. The Technical Performance Analysis team is responsible for analysing wind turbine SCADA and CMS data to identify component and performance issues on any turbine, throughout our fleet. The Senior CMS Engineer will improve wind farm performance by directing vibration diagnostics and condition monitoring activities, supporting Operations and Asset Management, and guiding junior engineers where needed.

About the role

• Condition Monitoring & Data Analysis
  • Lead fleet-wide condition monitoring and vibration diagnostics to assess turbine and component health
  • Analyse complex vibration signals using advanced techniques (FFT, envelope analysis, order tracking, cepstrum, time waveform analysis)
  • Identify early-stage mechanical faults, assess criticality, and recommend corrective or preventive actions
  • Review, validate, and optimise CMS alarm thresholds, diagnostic logic, and platform parameters across multiple systems. Conduct and coordinate root cause analysis (RCA) for vibration-related events, proposing design or operational improvements
  • Perform drivetrain vibration assessments and support O&M teams by translating findings into actionable maintenance decisions
  • Work closely with Performance Analysts to combine vibration insights with SCADA data for holistic turbine condition assessment
• Technical Support & Team Development
  • Act as Subject Matter Expert in vibration analysis
  • Technically support the TPA CMS Team in CMS methods
  • Execute the CMS Strategy forward, linking between the team and the Technical Lead Expert
  • Use team KPIs to enhance performance and make improvements in the team
• Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Cultivate synergies throughout the business and manage internal and external stakeholders to minimise downtime and optimise turbine performance
  • Coordination within Technical Performance Analysis and stakeholder management; standardising activities around condition monitoring process and working collaboratively with the site staff concerning the condition monitoring system
• Provide commissioning & start-up support for new CMS installations
• Oversee the in-housing of CMS analysis for new wind farms, including building business cases, conducting blind performance tests to validate capability, and demonstrating value to support the transition from external to internal analysis
• Establish and further develop guidelines and technical standards for vibration monitoring, forming the basis for procurement specifications and operational procedures
• Data Management & Technical Standards
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive vibration fault library and failure mode database for fleet wide use.
  • Support discussion with IT/OT on data, data storage and team requirements

Job requirements and experience

• University degree in engineering or similar
• In-depth understanding of turbine engineering, drivetrain dynamics, bearing failure mechanisms, and gearbox fault modes Certified Vibration Analyst – Category III (ISO 18436-2) or equivalent
• Significant experience in Vibration & Condition Monitoring
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with various project teams
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
• Advanced diagnostic and analytical thinking
• Good management skills including organisational ability, communication, team working, time management, organisational and interpersonal skills
• It is essential to have good English Language skills, both verbal and written

Advantageous, but not essential

• Knowledge of additional condition monitoring techniques (oil analysis, thermography, ultrasound)

Location

UK - Swindon, London or Coventry or any UK Offshore Site Office

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91411, application period: 09/01/2026.
Any questions? Contact HR: Marie Bennell, [e-mail]

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity.