Wind Analyst

This is a client facing role that would suit a highly numerate individual with a diverse set of skills and the initiative to rise to a challenge. Wood is a leading consultant in the marketplace and, as such, is involved in some of the largest and pioneering developments, which affords exposure to a vast and exciting array of opportunities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking analysis of wind data and operational data to predict the energy output of pre-construction and operational wind farm projects across the globe for a variety of clients (developers, lenders, investors and other project stakeholders). 

A variety of additional commercial and non-commercial wind analysis-based tasks will also be expected to advance and develop Wood’s position as a market leading consultancy in providing wind farm development consultancy services.

• Analysis and interpretation of measured wind data
• Modelling of wind flow using linear and non-linear wind flow models (familiarity with WAsP, Meteodyn and Ansys Windmodeller software is considered an advantage)
• Calculation of energy yield assessment and technical losses
• Written and verbal communication of technical detail to a non-technical audience. Deliverables are primarily in the form of technical reporting
• Management of projects and budgets
• Client interfacing and relationship management
• Preparation of technical/commercial tenders according to requests
• Awareness of the market and on-going innovation in technology and research

Expected: 

• Degree in a highly numerate discipline (e.g. engineering, physics, mathematics, meteorology)
• Previous experience of working in an engineering consultancy/developer environment
• Previous experience in analysis/energy yield assessment focused role
• Data analysis experience

Desirable:

• Post-graduate qualification in a highly numerate discipline (e.g. renewable energy, sustainability, meteorology)
• Modelling of wind flow using linear and non-linear wind flow models
• Familiarity with SCADA data processing
• Programming capability, particularly in Python language

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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