Renewable - Wind Specialist

Connect Energy; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Wind Expert to join their dynamic team in the APAC region. This role involves conducting comprehensive studies from prefeasibility to FEED stages for large utility-scale wind farms, performing site suitability assessments, and undertaking technical due diligence of operational wind farms. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in engineering, with at least 8 years of experience in wind farm design and resource assessment. If you are passionate about renewable energy and looking to make a significant impact in the wind energy sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Min 8 years of experience in wind farm design and resource assessment.
• Expertise in wind farm design tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies for large utility scale wind farms from prefeasibility to FEED stage.
• Perform site suitability assessments and energy yield assessments.

Skills

Wind farm design

Wind resource assessment

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering

Master degree in Engineering

Tools

WAsP

Wind Pro

Windographer

ANSYS CFD simulation

Job description

To the WIND EXPERT, are you looking to work for an organization that has opportunities in APAC regions?

Responsibilities

1. Undertake studies from prefeasibility to FEED stage for large utility scale wind farm.
2. Performing site suitability assessment, wind resource, energy yield assessments and LCOE modelling for wind farm projects.
3. Undertake Technical Due Diligence of operational wind farms.
4. Undertake wind farm level array modelling and simulations, wake interactions, wave modelling.
5. Re-evaluation of wind conditions/updating to the current state of the art at the existing sites for turbine upgrades, re-powering and site-specific issues.
6. Analysis of wind measurement campaign, compared to long-term meteorological data, e.g., data from adjacent weather stations, to assess whether the site will be suitable for the erection of a wind farm.
7. Defining site specific turbine configurations and operational modes for the wind turbines.
8. Wind data processing and analysis.
9. Verification of environmental conditions in wind farms according to the Standard IEC 61400-1.
10. Prepare site suitability reports.
11. Design of wind turbine layouts: micro siting and optimization.
12. Analysis of the terrain and orographic / roughness maps.
13. Performing site specific load calculations.
14. Develop design specifications and functional requirements.
15. Support in tendering processes such as calling of quotations, discussion with contractors/vendors and the evaluation of tender submissions.
16. Support in project execution and commissioning activities and attend meetings with clients and other stakeholders.

Requirements

1. Bachelor degree (Hons) or Masters degree in Engineering from a University recognized by PEB (Singapore).
2. Min 8 years of Experience in the design of Wind farm and wind resource assessment.
3. Expertise in any one of Wind farm design tools such as WAsP, Wind Pro, Windographer is must.
4. Experience and familiar with ANSYS CFD simulation.
5. Experience in the design and application of the BESS with Wind turbine generation, complying with applicable local codes & standards will be an advantage.
6. Strong writing skills, verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
7. Strong analytical skills and ability to be an independent problem solver.
8. Team player and ability to work with and manage clients and stakeholders.
9. Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
10. Candidates must be self-motivated with passion and curiosity for learning and advancing his/her career.