Wind Energy Analyst

 SgurrEnergy is an international renewables engineering consultancy. We are one of the UK's leading technical advisory organisations specialising in renewable energy, power generation and transmission, including wind, wave, hydro and bio energy. Our success to date is based on in-depth process and engineering knowledge, applied in a practical manner to provide the best possible solutions and advice to our clients. Owing to continued growth and high demand for its services, the company is now seeking to recruit a wind energy analyst to join our expanding team based in Glasgow.

Job description

This is a client facing role that would suit a highly numerate individual with some experience of wind analysis, wind flow modelling and renewable energy technologies. The successful candidate will be undertaking analysis of proposed and operational wind farms. In addition, they will be expected to manage projects and supervise and mentor other analysts in the team.

The ability to retrieve and manipulate large datasets using relational database tools, and to interpret and report upon the results in a productive and insightful way, is sought.

Essential criteria

• Degree in a highly numerate discipline (e.g. physics, mathematics, engineering).
• Experience of wind analysis techniques
• Familiarity with wind flow models such as WAsP, Windpro and/or CFD packages.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach is required to thrive in this busy team.

Desirable criteria

• Post-graduate qualification in a highly numerate discipline.
• Familiarity with MS Access, VBA and Matlab.
• Previous project management experience.
• A good knowledge of the wind industry.

The company is growing rapidly and offers excellent long-term career prospects.

• Hours: 37 hours per week. Occasional evenings to attend meetings.
• Holidays: 23 days and 9 public holidays.
• Contract: Permanent after 3 month probationary period.
• Training: Active encouragement of personal and professional development.
• Equal opportunities: We follow an equal opportunities policy.
• Salary: Negotiable - dependent upon experience.

To apply please enclose full CV and covering letter in application.