RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Engineering
RWE Offshore Wind is part of RWE Group and one of the largest renewable companies in Europe. The Technical Performance Analysis team is responsible for analysing wind turbine SCADA and CMS data to identify component and performance issues on any turbine, throughout our fleet. The Senior CMS Engineer will improve wind farm performance by directing vibration diagnostics and condition monitoring activities, supporting Operations and Asset Management, and guiding junior engineers where needed.
About the role:
1. Condition Monitoring & Data AnalysisLead fleet-wide condition monitoring and vibration diagnostics to assess turbine and component healthAnalyse complex vibration signals using advanced techniques (FFT, envelope analysis, order tracking, cepstrum, time waveform analysis)Identify early-stage mechanical faults, assess criticality, and recommend corrective or preventive actionsReview, validate, and optimise CMS alarm thresholds, diagnostic logic, and platform parameters across multiple systems. Conduct and coordinate root cause analysis (RCA) for vibration - related events, proposing design or operational improvementsPerform drivetrain vibration assessments and support O&M teams by translating findings into actionable maintenance decisionsWork closely with Performance Analysts to combine vibration insights with SCADA data for holistic turbine condition assessment
2. Technical Support & Team DevelopmentAct as Subject Matter Expert in vibration analysis withTechnically support the TPA CMS Team in CMS methodsExecute the CMS Strategy forward, linking between the team and the Technical Lead ExpertUse team KPIs to enhance performance and make improvements in the team
3. Stakeholder & Cross-Functional CollaborationCultivate synergies throughout the business and manage internal and external stakeholders to minimise downtime and optimise turbine performanceCoordination within Technical Performance Analysis and stakeholder management; standardising activities around condition monitoring process and working collaboratively with the site staff concerning the condition monitoring system
4. System Development & CommissioningProvide commissioning & start-up support for new CMS installationsOversee the in-housing of CMS analysis for new wind farms, including building business cases, conducting blind performance tests to validate capability, and demonstrating value to support the transition from external to internal analysisEstablish and further develop guidelines and technical standards for vibration monitoring, forming the basis for procurement specifications and operational procedures
5. Data Management & Technical StandardsDevelop and maintain a comprehensive vibration fault library and failure mode database for fleet wide use.Support discussion with IT/OT on data, data storage and team requirements
Job requirements and experience:
6. University degree in engineering or similar
7. In-depth understanding of turbine engineering, drivetrain dynamics, bearing failure mechanisms, and gearbox fault modes Certified Vibration Analyst – Category III (ISO 18436-2) or equivalent
8. Significant experience in Vibration & Condition Monitoring
9. Ability to communicate and work effectively with various project teams
10. Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
11. Advanced diagnostic and analytical thinking
12. Good management skills including organisational ability, communication, team working, time management, organisational and interpersonal skills
13. It is essential to have good English Language skills, both verbal and written
Advantageous, but not essential:
14. Knowledge of additional condition monitoring techniques (oil analysis, thermography, ultrasound)
Location:
UK - Swindon, London or Coventry or any UK Offshore Site Office
Denmark - Copenhagen or Thorsminde
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