Field Technician

GEC is one of the leading wind energy consulting firms in the U.S. As a result of an increasing demand for our services worldwide, we are recruiting talented individuals to join our dedicated team of 60+ engineers, analysts, scientists, and support staff. Join us and enjoy the quality of life in the beautiful Pacific Northwest or scenic New England.

GEC takes pride in the quality of our work and our responsiveness to clients. We value and recognize the role of employees in our ongoing success.

Position Overview: 

We have a current opening for a Field Technician (Mechanical or Electrical) in our Seattle office. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop, build, test, and operate multi-channel mechanical loads measurement system for wind turbines in conjunction with test engineers.
• Procure and/or fabricate mechanical test fixtures.
• Assemble tests and calibrate measurement and data acquisition system including communications between data acquisition system and a PC.
• Perform off-site installation and repairs of test equipment and components when necessary.
• Assemble, test, and calibrate a multi-channel measurement and data acquisition system including fabricating necessary wiring harnesses, junction boxes, fixtures, etc.
• Fully assemble and test systems in our offices prior to deployment in the field, according to procedures and test plan. Field deployment will include installation, on a utility-scale wind turbine, of proximity, acceleration, speed, and other sensors as well as the integration of the sensor signals into the measurements and data acquisition system.
• Calibrate the system in situ and ensure reliable autonomous operation. 
• Monitor the measurement and data acquisition system remotely and respond to faults and failures, either remotely or in the field, as required.
• Perform periodic maintenance visits to the test site.
• Dismantle and package the measurement and data acquisition system after measurements are complete. 
• Keep immediate supervisor up to date on all on-going projects with regard to project status, completion time projections, and any problems that may arise during the course of the project.
• Perform other related duties as required. 

Requirements: 

• Familiarity with using various load and position measurement sensors such as proximity sensors, strain gages, accelerometers, encoders, etc. is required.
• Experience with signal telemetry and mechanical loads data reduction and analysis is also beneficial but not required.
• Previous instrumentation experience is required.
• Familiarity with Campbell Scientific, Inc. data acquisition systems is a plus. 
• Must be able to work in confined spaces on exposed towers up to 100 meters tall, lift 60 lbs., and have a valid driver's license.
• Significant travel will be required. 
• Associate's degree in electrical, mechanical, or other technical discipline preferred. Scientific backgrounds with relevant experience will be considered.
• Three or more years of work experience required. 

Compensation: 

Our compensation package reflects the respect we have for our employees as well as the company's commitment to a renewable lifestyle. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible holidays, 401(k) match, support for green purchases or heath club memberships, charitable contribution match, and public transportation subsidies. 

To Apply: 

Please send your cover letter and resume as a single e-mail attachment in either PDF or Microsoft Word 2003 format. Both the file name and e-mail subject line must adhere to the following format: Job Code, Job Title, Last Name, First Name. Please send your submittal by email. 

The Job Code for this position is TM02. 

Submissions not adhering to these requirements will not be reviewed. Due to the large volume of resumes we receive we are unable to respond to telephone inquiries.