Mechanical Engineer - Bearing Test and Application

It takes the brightest minds to be a technology leader. It takes imagination to create green energy for the generations to come. At Siemens Gamesa we make real what matters, join our global team.

Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking talented individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Gamesa: Working with us. 

For our Nacelle Technology department, we are looking for a test and application engineer who can be a part of our Bearing team based in Brande, Denmark.

How to contribute to our vision:
As a test and application engineer, you will take a central part in the development of our main bearing system for our next generation Siemens Gamesa offshore wind turbines. You will be responsible for driving key test and validation activities and participate in ensuring the bearing application integrity from a functional, operational, and maintenance perspective.

You will need to be agile and strong in driving tasks with multiple stakeholders and be able to take lead on technical decisions and troubleshooting with a practical mindset in close collaboration with the specialists within the Bearing team.

Your work will be carried out in our Nacelle Technology Development department, where new products and technologies are designed, developed, matured, and tested.

Your responsibility will include, but not be limited to:

• Drive key test and validation activities and take lead on setting up and maintaining test rigs.
• Take active part in technical solutions and reviews with the internal design team and external stakeholders with emphasis on the functional, operational, and maintenance perspective.
• Ownership of selected subsystems in the bearing assembly, ensuring its functionality, quality, and integrity.
• Take part in inspection and troubleshooting activities both on test assemblies, in prototyping environment, and on-site.
• Ensure collaboration and close dialogue with sub-suppliers and solution providers.

What you need to make a difference:
Passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change. We are looking for a candidate that have:

• A technical degree in Marine Engineering, B.Sc. or M.Sc. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Knowledge of bearing systems, preferably from the wind industry.
• A strong technical mindset with a hands-on approach.
• Experience with prototyping and test rigs.
• Knowledge of surveillance strategies/condition monitoring is beneficial.
• Proficient English, both written and spoken, is a must.

You should have a natural curiosity towards finding better/smarter solutions. Enjoy working methodically and keeping track of what has been done throughout a development project while keeping an agile approach. You possess strong coordination and interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment that demands synergy and cooperation. Motivation for making things happen and taking pride in keeping people informed and updated on progress.

We will prioritize candidates already located in Denmark

In return of your commitment, we offer you:
To become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come. We are a global team of diverse colleagues who share a passion for renewable energy and have a culture of trust and empowerment to make our own ideas a reality. We focus on personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization. Siemens Gamesa offers a wide variety of benefits such as flexible working hours as well as home-office possibility for many colleagues, employer-funded pension, attractive remuneration package (fixed/variable) and local benefits such as subsided lunch, employee discounts and much more.

Empowering our people
https://www.siemensgamesa.com/sustainability/employees

How do you imagine the future?
https://youtu.be/12Sm678tjuY

Our global team is on the front line of tackling the climate crisis, reducing carbon emissions – the greatest challenge we face.

Other information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please contact the hiring manager Thomas Lehrmann Christiansen via email on thomas.christiansen@siemensgamesa.com

For further information regarding the recruitment process, please send the recruiter Mathilde Kjeldbjerg an email via Mathilde.kjeldbjerg.ext@siemensgamesa.com

Please mention the Job ID in the email.

Please apply in English via the apply button.

We kindly draw your attention to the fact that these emails may NOT be used for sending applications or CVs for evaluation.

For more information about working in Denmark, please see this link: https://www.siemensgamesa.com/explore/journal/wind-engineers-in-denmark

#Associate

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

We are driven by people - from more than 100 different countries, they build the company we are every day. Our diverse and inclusive culture encourages us to think outside the box, speak without fear, and be bold. We value the flexibility that our smart-working arrangements, our digital disconnection framework and our  family-friendly practices bring to the new way of working.