Blade test engineer
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Dimensions parts or elements for a technical solution as to the requirements and related to a specific technical field. Siemens Gamesa has a vision for renewable energy: we believe in the power of nature and technology. Help us to be ready to face the energy challenges of tomorrow and make a green footprint – join the team in creating a better future for us on our planet.
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How to contribute to our vision:
For our newly created test team in our Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Plant in Vagos we are looking for a test engineer who specializes in mechanical testing. As a test engineer you will be part of a highly motivated test organization with locations in Brande, Aalborg, Lyngby and Aoiz, where corporation is a necessity. Your area of responsibility will be within mechanical testing of blade materials and the related data analysis.
In this position your main work will be:
- Specification of tests in collaboration with the design engineers, along with the subsequent analysis and reporting.
- Maintenance and calibration of test equipment and machinery.
- Development of test methods, equipment, and facilities.
- Contact with local and international testing companies/institutions and suppliers of test equipment and technologies.
What you need to make a difference:
Passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change.
We are also looking for:
- A relevant Engineering Master's Degree (Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, etc.);
- Experience in the Wind, Aerospace, Automotive Industry or similar will be considered as a benefit but it's not mandatory;
- You are specialized or have experienced in mechanical testing and are acquainted with testing of sandwich materials and FRP materials;
- You are also familiar with extensometers, load cells, thermocouples, strain gauges and other related sensors and systems;
- You are an expert level user of Microsoft Office, primarily Excel;
- Experience in setting up test plans and documentation of experiments is required;
- Experience with Matlab or related data processing will be a benefit.
In return of your commitment we offer you:
- Become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come
- A global team of diverse colleagues who share passion for renewable energy
- Trust and empowerment to make your own ideas reality
- Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization
- Attractive remuneration package
- Local benefits such as subsided lunch, employee discounts and much more
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