O&M Engineer (Wind Turbines)
Location: Ra's Gharib, Ras Gharib
Company: Goldwind
Work Arrangement: Site-Based (Rotation Schedule)
Position Overview
The O&M Engineer is responsible for performing operation and maintenance (O&M) activities for wind turbine generators (WTGs) in accordance with project schedules, company standards, and HSE requirements. This role includes preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, retrofits, reporting, and customer coordination to ensure the safe and reliable operation of wind farms.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Maintenance
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wind turbine generators (WTGs) in line with company procedures and project schedules.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and software-related faults.
- Replace defective components and complete defect-elimination tasks to restore turbine availability.
- Conduct scheduled inspections, retrofits, and technical upgrades.
- Analyze turbine operational data to identify trends and support performance optimization.
- Execute pre-Commercial Operation Date (pre-COD) activities, including completion checklist reviews and documentation verification.
- Carry out post-COD inspections and unscheduled maintenance activities.
Site Supervision & Coordination
- Monitor and inspect installation contractors to ensure compliance with technical and quality standards.
- Coordinate with customers regarding completed services, planned maintenance, and technical issues.
- Prepare and submit accurate maintenance reports and service documentation.
Inventory & Administration
- Manage spare parts, tools, and consumables inventory.
- Raise material requisitions and ensure timely availability of critical components.
- Maintain proper records of maintenance activities, inspections, and technical reports.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Strictly comply with company and site HSE policies and procedures.
- Identify, report, and mitigate workplace hazards.
- Report incidents and near misses accurately and promptly.
- Participate in HSE meetings, audits, and safety initiatives.
Other Duties
- Support additional tasks and projects assigned by management.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
- 2–5 years of experience in wind turbine operation and maintenance or in a similar industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and control systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
- Experience with SCADA systems and data analysis is preferred.
- Good command of English (written and spoken) MUST
- Valid driving license and willingness to travel and work in remote site locations.
- Ability to work at heights and in demanding weather conditions.
Preferred Certifications
- GWO (Global Wind Organisation) certifications are highly preferred
Key Competencies
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Customer-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently under pressure
- Commitment to safety and quality
