Engineer Project Associate - Wind Turbine Certification- Loads Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Communicates with clients to discuss technical issues, explain UL procedures and requirements, convey project cost, and negotiate completion date and sample requirements.
• Acts to address client concerns and to resolve client issues.
• Provides technical assistance to clients in reference to product inspection and follow-up services
• Is familiar with applicable standards, company manuals and appropriate technical literature.
• Examines samples for compliance with UL requirements and notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance or of any changes in project scope or specifications.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
• Serves as Project Handler of record and may sign as Reviewer of record as assigned.
• Communicates project status and results to clients through frequent contact and by preparing reports.
• Prepares Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Resolves engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.
• Assists in the development of UL requirements.
• Assists in developing special test methods and test equipment.
• May coordinate and/or perform File Reviews, as directed.
• May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shows.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluation of the load assumptions according to the international standards like IEC 61400-1• Aero-elastic calculations, structural dynamics, basics of vibration and dynamic controls will be the main technical aspects of the job.• Verification of the load assumptions with software like Flex5, Bladed or Samcef• Close cooperation with the global team• Integration of continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job• Technical review of the documentation from clients• Identify possibilities and techniques to improve & automate internal tools and calculations processes
QUALIFICATIONS
• Masters/Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent field• Minimum experience of 2-4 years in wind energy• Having exposure with the Software Flex5 or BLADED and experience with the use of the common Guidelines (DNVGL, IEC) for wind turbines is an added advantage• Excellent organizational and time management skills• Customer focus, commitment and independent work• Strong technical aptitude and ability to work in a fast paced consultancy environment• Experience in the continuous development of work processes (Lean Six Sigma) is desirable• Good communication skills (English speaking and writing)
ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.