Senior Fleet support Engineer – Hub & Mechanical

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Job Description Summary The Senior Fleet Engineer Hub & Mechanical system serves as the technical authority for fleet performance, responsible for resolving the most complex, mission-critical turbine performance issues. You will lead high-level technical investigations, define troubleshooting methodologies, and influence the long-term reliability of the turbine fleet Onshore & Offshore. This role operates at the intersection of field operations, system design, and services, acting as the primary subject matter expert for fleet-wide mechanical performance. Job Description Key Responsibilities High-Complexity Issue Resolution: Take ownership of the most challenging technical escalations. Provide definitive troubleshooting strategies and engineering solutions that balance immediate resolution with long-term fleet health. Systemic Architectural Influence: Evaluate turbine subsystem interactions from a holistic perspective. Provide technical guidance on design modifications or operational changes that impact fleet-wide performance and reliability. Advanced Root Cause Analysis T&Ts (RCAs): Lead complex RCAs for systemic fleet issues. Develop and validate hypotheses using data, modeling, and physical evidence; present findings and mitigation strategies to senior stakeholders and customers. Technical Strategy & Methodology: Define and refine the technical standards for troubleshooting and case resolution. Author technical bulletins, playbooks, and best-practice guides to elevate the technical capabilities of the broader engineering organization. Strategic Fleet Oversight: Analyze fleet performance data to forecast reliability trends. Proactively identify emerging risks before they manifest as fleet-wide outages or performance degradation. Cross-Functional Technical Leadership: Serve as the lead technical point of contact for Product Engineering and R&D teams, ensuring that field performance insights directly inform future turbine design and service offerings. Mentorship: Act as a formal mentor for junior and mid-level engineers. Conduct technical peer reviews, foster a culture of rigorous problem-solving, and share specialized knowledge to build a high-performing technical team. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred. Strong and proven experience in wind turbine mechanical or structural engineering, hub mechanical and structural systems, fleet performance, or advanced services engineering. Solid understanding of wind turbine generator technology GE onshore & offshore and Alstom WTGs. Deep expertise in turbine thermodynamics, rotor dynamics, or thermal-mechanical fatigue and how these factors impact long-term fleet operation. Demonstrated mastery in conducting formal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and applying reliability engineering principles. Proven track record of influencing cross-functional teams and stakeholders without direct management authority. Ability to translate complex technical data into executive-level recommendations and customer-facing communications. Preferred Qualifications Significant experience with wind turbine onshore & offshore design loads, fleet performance monitoring tools and big-data analytics. In-depth knowledge of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) processes as they relate to wind turbine components life cycle. Experience representing the company as a technical lead in customer-facing resolution meetings for high-impact fleet events. Published internal/external technical papers or patents related to turbine reliability or mechanical performance. Proven ability to work in a cross-functional and global environment, remote teams, strong team player Teamwork, motivation and continuous improvement mind-set Traveling time availability as part of this role Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No