Mechanical Engineer

1 month ago


Melbourne, Australia Vestas Full time

 Professional | Full-Time | Engineering

An exciting opportunity is available for a Mechanical Engineer in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector in Australia, focusing on wind energy. The position resides within the Service Organization, providing support to both the Service and Construction departments. The successful candidate will offer technical support and serve as a liaison between VPS and local business units throughout the APAC region.

Region APAC> Regional Operations Team APAC> Engineering Support APAC

Responsibilities

Technical support on all the general mechanical components and Drive train support including but not limited to gearboxes, oil analysis, bearings, mechanical endoscopes, and condition monitoring. Secure technical know-how within the group on hydraulic units (pitch system), oil analysis, main shaft arrangement, blade bearings, torque arms, transmission systems, rotating unit, yaw gears and yaw bearings, bolts & torques.- Technical documentation.  Ability to translate technical issues into a business case and support SBU on continuous improvements. Act as one voice towards the global organization on Technical issues, and be a single point contact for R&D. Collaborate with various service units across ASP, understand the pain points, and create projects for the cost-out ideas. We are creating high-level technical reports i.e., root cause analysis, inspection & Serious incident reports if needed. Escalate and work with the technology team to approve the cost-out ideas for the implementation. Participate in various forums, drive and contribute to various cost-out ideas and Turbine availability drivers. Data collection, analysis and deriving projects for driving down cost and increasing the availability. Managing technical projects

Qualifications

Bachelor's / Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of technical experience. Wind turbine knowledge/experience preferred.- Project Management experience (as project participant or project manager) advantageous DMAIC experience is an advantage

Competencies

 Proven expertise in the maintenance engineering of hydraulic systems, gearboxes, and bearings is a prerequisite.  Candidates with a mechanical background specialising in gearboxes, coupled with professional experience in industrial maintenance and research and development (R&D) also specialising in drivetrain and hydraulics, will be highly regarded. A demonstrated understanding of gears, bearings, mechanical condition monitoring, endoscopy, and oil analysis is advantageous. Any additional experience with Blades and Towers is considered a plus. Strong communication skills, high technical proficiency, and excellent proficiency in English are essential.  Innovative analytical and problem-solving capabilities are desired.
The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a challenging environment is crucial.  Outstanding Time/Project Management skills are expected.

What We Offer

A workplace that focuses on safety. An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy. The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development.  Global career progression prospects.  Become part of a team that is highly professional and has a strong technical focus  Access to employee assistance programme  Wellness benefits

Additional information

 You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job  We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date

Our Benefits

Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion Flexible workplace arrangements weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.


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