Mechanical Engineer

Job#: 2080686

Job Description:

Apex Systems is actively hiring for a Mechanical Engineer role with a Fortune 200 Energy Client!

**For immediate consideration, please send your most up-to-date resume in a Word Document to: Alex at *

Position: Mechanical Engineer - Wind Turbine focus

Locations: Primarily remote w/ up to 25% travel

Purpose: This contractor will be reviewing wind turbine designs and assisting in streamlining supply chain processes

Experience: 3-5+ years of relatable professional experience in engineering, consulting, or project management preferred.

Length of Assignment: 12 month contract + potential to extend or convert to full time

Project Details

We are seeking a professional to join the Power Generation Division Engineering & Operations Support Services organization as part of the wind renewable energy fleet team. The ideal candidate is capable, organized, results oriented and process focused.

Position/Job Overview and Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Apply standard processes/procedures to achieve objectives and goals
• Apply sound engineering principles to a broad variety of assignments
• Travel to wind sites as often as 5-10 days per month
• Respond as needed during off-hours as power generation business operates around the clock

Perform Day to Day Activities of Wind Mechanical Equipment Dispositions

• Drive-train system
• Yaw system
• Pitch system
• Hydraulic system
• Bolted Joint

Perform Root Cause Analysis

• Systemic & Emerging Wind Turbine Issues
• Catastrophic Events

Develop & Deploy

• RCA Countermeasures
• Reliability Improvement Countermeasures
• Cost Effective Solutions to Problems
• Tool Development

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• 3-5+ Years of Relevant Engineering Work (design, project, test, etc.)
• Demonstrated History of Professional Work
• Travel to wind sites as often as 5-10 days per month
• Physically Capable of Climbing a Wind Turbine and Executing Field Work

Preferred Qualifications

• Gear, Bearing, Bolted Joint Design, Application and/or Maintenance Experience
• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Experience with Maximo or a similar enterprise asset management system
• Six Sigma Certification

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.