Senior Wind Analyst

Overview

100% Fossil-free:
We don't just dream of a sustainable and livable world - we shape it together and with passion. For over 20 years, we have been a driving force in the expansion of renewable energies. We generate, store and deliver green energy around the globe - with wind, solar, biogas and hydrogen. Around 1,000 employees at various locations worldwide share our mission: to generate renewable energy sustainably for a livable earth.

Become a part of the ENERTRAG team at one of our locations in Cape Town / Johannesburg and let's advance the energy transition together.

Key Responsibilities:

• Wind Data Evaluation:
  • Responsible for the evaluation and assessment of wind resource and expected energy output
  • Assess OEM offers and recommend appropriate turbine types for the wind farm
  • Coordinate independent energy yield assessments as required for bankability/ third party verification
  • Produce detailed reports which review the feasibility of sites for development including feasibility studies and site meteorological measurements
  • Write reports for internal review and decision making; site visits (inspecting sites and measurement equipment) may be requested as needed
  • Prepare and coordinate proposals and bids
  • Participate in business development activities related to energy analysis inputs
  • Manage projects to ensure completion within timescale and budget
  • Develop templates and tools to assist in the compilation and review of Energy Yield Reports
  • Initiate and manage resource measurement campaigns including QC of recordings
  • Undertake site conditions assessments including extreme wind analysis, turbulence, shear, and environmental constraints
  • Review site feasibility studies, measurement campaigns, and met mast / LiDAR / SoDAR data

• Project Management
  • Work closely with the procurement team to ensure wind measurement campaigns are designed efficiently and run smoothly
  • Manage the gathering of data/information as input to the resource evaluation/assessment of site
  • Ensure measurement campaigns run smoothly and reports are updated and layouts amended accordingly
  • Ensure wind layouts are optimized and reports updated regularly

• Development of additional templates and tools
  • Assess and stay up to date with available tools for wind assessments
  • Develop templates and tools to assist in quick decision making and energy analysis (typically in Excel)

• Qualification
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Atmospheric Science or Mathematics field or related field
• Field of Study
  • Engineering
• Type of Training
  • University degree, or Master's degree
• Relevant Professional Experience
  • At least 5 years relevant experience as a Wind Energy Yield Assessment (EYA) specialist with proficiency in WAsP/Open Wind/Wind Farmer/WindPRO software or similar wind modelling
• Additional qualification(s)/certificates
  • Registration as a Candidate Engineer. Postgraduate qualification preferred
• Experience
  • Windfarm layout – Experience in basic design of wind farm layout optimisation
  • Data analysis – Aptitude for statistical analysis of data; experience processing and manipulating large data sets and multiple data sources is a plus
  • Wind modelling software and methods – Exposure and familiarity with wind energy industry software and measurement techniques
  • GIS – Knowledge of various GIS tools and methods
• IT Knowledge (systems, software, ...)
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and professional use of these tools
  • Business fluent in English
  • Proficiency in energy analysis software such as WAsP/Open Wind/Wind Farmer/WindPRO or similar

• Expertise / Experience
  • Leadership skills – Self-driven, able to proactively manage tasks and inputs
  • Team work ability – Active member in inter-disciplinary teams
  • Empathy – Ability to sense others' emotions and perspectives
  • Resilience – Delivers results under adverse conditions and remains calm under stress
  • Communication skills – Ability to articulate opinions while respecting others

To Apply:

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your experience within the renewable energy sector.

All positions are open to both full-time and part-time work. Just let us know what suits you best – we look forward to hearing from you.

What counts for us are your skills and motivation - not age, disability, gender, origin, skin color, sexual orientation or religion.

Applications submitted via email will not be considered.