Wind Energy Analyst

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

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 a diverse set of technical skills and the initiative to rise to a challenge. The successful candidate will be undertaking analysis of wind data to predict the energy output of potential wind farm projects.  In addition, the successful candidate will also be undertaking analysis of the performance of operational wind farms.

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. This role encompasses tasks ranging from performing routine analyses to devising innovative solutions.

Essential criteria

• Degree in a highly numerate discipline (e.g. physics, mathematics, engineering).
• Familiarity with MS Excel.
• 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 technical experience.
• An interest in renewable energy and/or sustainability.

Renewable Energy experience is not required as full training will be given. 

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.

Location: Glasgow but travel as required.

To apply please write enclosing full CV and covering letter to recruitment@sgurrenergy.com with the subject heading: ‘Wind Energy Analyst’

Closing date for applications 16th September 2011 - shortlisted candidates will be advised by telephone or e-mail

Please note SgurrEnergy Ltd will not require Agency Support to fill this role