Assistant Lead Engineer - Mechanical
Saur Energy International · Location, WV · 1 wk ago
Full-time
Responsibilities CIR Management & Technical Operations Review & Approval: Evaluate, prioritize, and approve Component Inspection Reports (CIR) across Onshore, Offshore, and platform-specific wind turbine systemsTool & Process Optimization: Proactively lead technical upgrades for CIR tools—enhancing content quality, UI responsiveness, and overall reporting standardsDatabase & Digitization: Build and maintain databases to support workflow digitization, enable data-driven analysis, and minimize operational backlogs Advertisment Technical Solution Delivery & Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Cross-Functional RCA: Collaborate with regional engineering and CIM teams to execute root cause analysis and identify new failure modes.CIM Case Management: Create, track, and update CIM candidate based on emerging CIR findings to deliver timely, high-quality solutions to field service teamsTask Force execution: Constitute and lead dedicated technical task force focused on reducing Low-Performance Factors (LPF), avoiding Liquidated Damages (LD), and optimizing key operational metrics based on CIR findings Advertisment Stakeholder Alignment & Global Collaboration Cross-Functional Alignment: Lead technical discussions and brainstorming sessions with regional teams, VTO specialists, and functional experts to resolve high-priority and critical casesPerformance Tracking: Host weekly and monthly alignment calls with global stakeholders to report on CIR progress, review action plans, and ensure timely resolution delivery Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.7+ years in technical support, troubleshooting, commissioning, or field service operations for WTG platforms5+ years of direct site experience handling critical component diagnostics in field environments Advertisment Preferred / Advantageous Qualifications Experience with 3.5MW to 4MW+ turbine fleetsMulti-OEM / Multi-brand platform exposure (e.g., GE, Siemens Gamesa, Suzlon, Senvion)Direct experience with Offshore operationsHands-on experience with quality and problem-solving methodologies (8D, Six Sigma)Proficiency in data and tool workflows (Power BI, Jira, data analysis etc.) Competencies Technical & Diagnostic Expertise Deep understanding of WTG diagnostics, fault investigation, work instructions, and technical schematicsProblem-Solving & Analytical Mindset Strong root cause analysis skills with a growth mindset and "out-of-the-box" approach to finding solutionsCommunication & Stakeholder Management Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills Proven capability to collaborate seamlessly across multi-cultural, international teams across time zonesOperational Drive Self-motivated and capable of operating independently with minimal supervision Strong organizational and prioritization skills to balance daily operations with high-impact task forces Willingness to travel to domestic site locations and abroad as required Advertisment