Role : Specialist – Service Sales (Loads)
Location : Chennai
Exp : 5-10 years
Job purpose
As Sales Engineer Upgrades Loads (m / f / d) your target is to simulate the site-specific benefit of our upgrade portfolio, while verifying the structural integrity (mechanical loads) of the installed wind turbines. To do so, you will work in a global and cross-functional team and be the interface between customers, the various Service regions and headquarter functions such as Engineering Load Department and have a direct impact on our business success.
Key accountabilities / Responsibilities :
- Re-assessing existing / planned wind farms with an internal tool chain confirming the compatibility of certain upgrades and the turbine specific structural integrity
- This task includes assessment of site-specific wind conditions (Wind & site recheck), application of mechanical load mitigation strategies, running bucket approaches, assessing the possibility for lifetime extension, approval processes and writing reports
- Support the upgrades sales by creating benefit calculations, driving validation campaigns and initiate the implementation of upgrades
- Work together with our global service regions and our after sales colleagues to convince customers and their stakeholders such as grid operators or authorities and enable a successful product sale
- Have a measurable impact on the business performance of the global Service business unit
- Build up a large network within the company and the industry to be up to date on new technological developments
- Represent the team in strategic discussions and development decision meetings
Career / Job experience
Completed university studies in the field of Engineering (B.E or equivalent) or a Business / Economics degree with a strong technical background
5 to 10 years of experience in wind & site assessments, mechanical loads department or equal technical service organisations in the wind energy industryHighly analytical with a holistic approach and strong problem solving skillsSelf-driven, focused and pragmatic with demonstrated ability to bring topics to success in a complex environmentOptionally Know-how in wind turbine technology (site assessment, wind turbine control, load calculation, aerodynamics, etc.)Optionally WindPRO and Python experienceFluent in English, while German would be an advantageEducation and qualification :
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management or related field
Excellent Communication skills
wind & site assessments, mechanical loads department or equal technical service organisations in the wind energy industry
Personal profile / Competencies :
Detail-oriented and organized
Good team player
Adaptable to change
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Ability to deal with unexpected difficulties
Strong technical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially Word and Excel
Member of global teams, ability to work independently
Good comprehensive skills