Cleantech Sector Specialist Wind - Fixed Term

ICF Next; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF Next in New Delhi requires a Wind Specialist to provide strategic guidance and implementation support across the wind energy value chain. The role demands knowledge of technology, manufacturing ecosystems, policy frameworks, and project development, with collaboration across internal teams, industry partners, and government stakeholders.

This fixed-term role for two years focuses on localisation strategies, global market trends, OEM engagement, and policy inputs to strengthen India's wind

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing value chains.
• Policy development and regulatory frameworks.
• Technology localisation initiatives.
• Wind project development or implementation.
• Strong knowledge of wind turbine technologies and project economics.

Responsibilities

• Lead Wind Turbine Localisation Strategy: Develop and implement strategies for turbine and component localisation.
• Track Global Technology & Market Trends: Monitor global wind tech trends and translate into domestic insights.
• Engage with OEMs and Tier-I/II Suppliers: Build relationships with manufacturers and suppliers and enable partnerships.
• Support Policy Measures for Competitive Manufacturing: Provide inputs on policies, incentives, and export competitiveness.
• Drive Export Potential & Market Diversification: Assess export opportunities and strategies for India.
• Conduct Value Chain Assessments: Analyse wind manufacturing value chains to identify bottlenecks and gaps.
• Coordinate With Key Stakeholders: Engage with government bodies, developers, OEMs, financial institutions, testing agencies, and certification bodies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Master's degree (Engineering/Technology/Finance/RE/Energy Management)

Job description

Job Description:

Role Overview

The Wind Specialist will serve as a sector expert providing insights, strategy guidance, and implementation support across the wind energy value chain. The role requires strong understanding of technology, manufacturing ecosystems, policy frameworks, and project development. The candidate will collaborate closely with internal teams, industry partners, and government stakeholders to support market development, manufacturing competitiveness, and wind project deployment.

Location: New Delhi (on-site at client location)

Experience Required: 5+ years

Qualification: Master's degree in Engineering, Technology, Finance, Renewable Energy, or Energy Management

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead Wind Turbine Localisation Strategy: Develop and implement strategies for turbine and component localisation. Ensure localisation pathways align with cost competitiveness, supply chain maturity, and national priorities.

2. Track Global Technology & Market Trends: Monitor global developments in wind turbine technologies, OEM manufacturing approaches, supply chain evolution, and materials innovation. Translate international trends into actionable insights for domestic wind industry stakeholders.

3. Engage with OEMs and Tier-I/II Suppliers: Build and maintain relationships with global and domestic turbine manufacturers and component suppliers. Facilitate technical discussions, collaboration opportunities, and pathways for technology partnerships and localisation commitments.

4. Support Policy Measures for Competitive Manufacturing: Provide inputs on policies related to domestic manufacturing, quality standards, incentives, and export competitiveness. Contribute to building an enabling ecosystem for high-quality wind manufacturing.

5. Drive Export Potential & Market Diversification: Assess global wind market demand, identify export opportunities, and recommend strategies for expanding India’s role in international component and turbine supply chains.

6. Conduct Value Chain Assessments: Analyse wind manufacturing value chains to identify bottlenecks and capability gaps. Recommend targeted interventions including partnerships, R&D support, workforce strengthening, and infrastructure improvements.

7. Coordinate With Key Stakeholders: Engage with government bodies, developers, OEMs, financial institutions, testing agencies, and certification bodies to improve industry readiness and competitiveness.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Experience in the following areas:

• Manufacturing value chains
• Policy development and regulatory frameworks
• Technology localisation initiatives
• Wind project development or implementation
• Strong knowledge of wind turbine technologies, siting considerations, standards, and project economics.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to model and interpret technical and financial variables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver within timelines

Please note that this is fixed term role for period of 2 years contingent upon winning the bid

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