Senior Wind Turbine Field Inspections Engineer

at  DNV

ABOUT US

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
About Energy Systems
We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

ABOUT THE ROLE

At DNV, we are committed to advancing the deployment and operation of renewable energy to address climate change and create positive societal impact. We achieve this through the success of our customers, striving for high performance and innovation. Our approach is grounded in the values of equity, respect, and diversity.
Chez DNV, nous nous engageons faire progresser le d ploiement et l’exploitation des nergies renouvelables pour lutter contre le changement climatique et cr er un impact soci tal positif. Nous y parvenons gr ce au succ s de nos clients, en recherchant des performances lev es et l’innovation. Notre approche est fond e sur les valeurs d’ quit , de respect et de diversit .
DNV s Asset Operations Team is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Field Inspections Engineer to perform on-site inspections of wind turbines and wind turbine blades, manage subcontractors, perform project management duties, and produce written reports for customers. The ideal candidate will not only possess a solid field presence and experience in wind turbine and/or wind turbine blade inspections and will also see this role as an opportunity to shape and grow an industry-critical service. As the wind energy industry reaches an inflection point, particularly regarding blade quality, this role offers the chance to engage deeply with DNV s broader inspections team to influence the direction of blade integrity and operational excellence. The right candidate will have a direct impact on both the evolution of inspection practices and the growth of DNV s blade services, providing a rewarding pathway for you to grow and contribute as DNV steers the course of industry advancements.
L’ quipe d’exploitation des actifs de DNV est la recherche d’un Ing nieur Principal en Inspections de terrain des oliennes pour effectuer des inspections sur site des oliennes et des pales d’ oliennes, g rer les sous-traitants, effectuer des t ches de gestion de projet et produire des rapports crits pour les clients. Le candidat id al poss dera non seulement une solide pr sence sur le terrain et une exp rience dans l’inspection des oliennes et/ou des pales d’ oliennes, mais verra galement ce r le comme une occasion de fa onner et de d velopper un service essentiel l’industrie. Alors que l’industrie olienne atteint un point d’inflexion, en particulier en ce qui concerne la qualit des pales, ce r le offre la possibilit de s’engager profond ment avec l’ quipe d’inspection plus large de DNV pour influencer l’orientation de l’int grit des pales et de l’excellence op rationnelle. Le bon candidat aura un impact direct la fois sur l’ volution des pratiques d’inspection et sur la croissance des services de lames de DNV, en vous offrant une voie enrichissante pour vous d velopper et contribuer l’ volution de l’industrie.
The location for this position is flexible and may be based in any of our Renewables Advisory DNV offices in Canada.
DNV Utilizes a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site.
Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.
Le lieu de ce poste est flexible et peut tre bas dans l’un de nos bureaux de conseil en nergies renouvelables de DNV au Canada.
DNV adopte un horaire hybride dynamique o les employ s passent g n ralement trois (3) jours par semaine travailler depuis un bureau DNV ou sur le site d’un client.
Des d tails suppl mentaires concernant les exigences sp cifiques au poste seront communiqu s au cours du processus d’entretien.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

In the field:

• Conduct physical inspections and assessments of wind turbines, components, and support structures during various project phases (manufacturing, construction, operation) to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Perform in-depth inspections of wind turbine blades (interior and exterior) both on the ground and installed uptower.
• Lead domestic and international wind turbine and wind turbine blade inspection campaigns.
• Manage inspection teams (internal and subcontracted) and vet subcontractors to ensure competence in required tasks.
• Establish and nurture relationships with subcontractors to expand inspection capabilities, providing them with necessary training on DNV s processes.
• Analyze large datasets from inspections and compile concise, actionable reports for customers.

In the office:

• Prepare detailed inspection reports, review subcontractor submissions, and coordinate with project managers to ensure reports are delivered on time and to specification.
• Communicate technical details with customers through written reports and verbal updates.
• Work closely with other engineering and operations teams to ensure that inspection data is integrated into broader project workflows. This includes collaborating on root cause analyses and proposing potential solutions based on inspection results.
• Work independently and collaboratively as a member of the team, providing and receiving feedback.
• Proactively seek and secure inspection projects, negotiating contracts, and managing project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.