Senior Rotating Machinery Engineer - Wind & Thermal

DNV GL USA, INC.; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DNV Energy Systems North America seeks a Rotating Machinery Senior Engineer SME to support advisory services across M&A, Independent Engineering and Owner's Engineering.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience with both thermal rotating equipment and wind turbine drivetrains, deep knowledge of failure mechanisms, and the ability to translate findings into decision-grade guidance for developers, owners, lenders, and investors.

Qualifications

• Experience with rotating equipment across wind and thermal assets.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and reliability assessments.
• Skilled in translating technical findings into actionable guidance.
• Familiar with advisory services in M&A, IE or OE contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical evaluations of rotating equipment close to customer portfolios.
• Review turbine systems, drivetrains, and plant configurations.
• Perform RCA to identify failure modes and mitigation strategies.
• Support due diligence, site visits, and client discussions.

Skills

Rotating machinery

Root cause analysis

Reliability engineering

Advisory services

Job description

DNV Energy Systems North America seeks a Rotating Machinery Senior Engineer SME to support advisory services across M&A, Independent Engineering and Owner's Engineering.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience with both thermal rotating equipment and wind turbine drivetrains, deep knowledge of failure mechanisms, and the ability to translate findings into decision-grade guidance for developers, owners, lenders, and investors.