Electrical Process Engineer, Wind Business North America

Alstom Power Inc., a global leader and provider of power generation engineering products and services are seeking an experienced Electrical Process Engineer for its North American Wind operations. The position will be based in Richmond, Virginia with direct reports in Richmond and also at our nacelle assembly plant, which is located in Amarillo, Texas, scheduled to be operational by 2011.

Alstom officially entered the wind market at the end of October 2007 through the acquisition of the Spanish wind turbine manufacturer Ecotècnia. With the strength of Ecotècnia, a successful company with over 25 years of experience and proven technologies in wind power, Alstom decided to complete its broad portfolio of power generation products and services by adding a large, sustainable and profitable wind turbine business to further strengthen its presence in the global power market. This strategic step is fully aligned with Alstom's leading role in renewable energy, as the global market leader in hydropower and being at the forefront of new technologies such as geothermal power and CO2 capture. 

Position Overview:

Under general guidance of a supervisor, or senior engineer, the Electrical Process Engineer will perform various engineering duties that will support Alstom Wind's product engineering, qualification processes, and project execution department.  This position will require the candidate to exercise sound judgment in the application of standard engineering principles and practices.  One of the primary objectives of this position will be to pursue initiatives that improve the overall efficiency of the team and increase customer satisfaction.  The candidate must be able to work with a team, take direction, and work with in an atmosphere that presents minimal oversight and direction.

Responsibilities: 

Typical duties/responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review and prepare technical specifications and related documents that are in accordance with established requirements and general instructions.
• Analyze a variety of engineering data, documents, and reports.
• Accountable for on time delivery of engineering deliverables that are in line with local requirements and project specification.
• Provide timely support to the Sales, Tendering, Project Execution, and Manufacturing departments.
• Cooperate with global teams to establish thorough policies, procedures, management tools, reports, and training manuals that will aid in the effective management of engineering information.
• Secure adequate functional specifications of components in a timely fashion that meet local, project, and contractual requirements. This includes the localization of specifications and/or the substitution of materials as appropriate.
• Accountable for not only ensuring that a lean approach is applied to all facets of the engineering process, but also that there be the mechanisms in place to properly report upon the time and monies that have been expended.
• Continuously develop engineering processes and procedures that drive cost-saving and quality improvements.
• Ensure production processes are thorough and complete, meeting the required quality levels as described in respective Alstom specifications.
• Facilitate in or lead the process of solving quality issues on manufacturing or construction sites.
• Promptly and efficiently communication information with engineering headquarters in Spain.

Through the development of advanced public transport and cleaner electric power production, 76,000 Alstom employees in over 70 countries are helping to address some of the key issues that face the planet today. If you are looking for a world of economic, social, and environmental change, look no further. As a leading global player in energy and transport infrastructure we suggest it's time to act and think of the future. Your future.

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in industrial process engineering.
• Has experience in working with costs breakdown structures, process reliability and quality evaluation, and the development of non-conformity corrective action plans and the management of their implementation.
• Experience working with electrical components, switchgears, transformers, generators, converters, cabling, SCADA Systems, and devices in the wind power industry.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and performing quality control of technical documentation and specifications for suppliers.
• Project management experience that includes the basic functions of cost, quality, and schedule control.
• It is preferred that one has experience in dealing with consultants and labs (UL) to ensure compliance with the local standards and certification requirements (NEC, OSHA, ANSI, IEEE, etc.).
• Ability to process certifications with homologated entities.
• Previous experience or a thorough understanding of quality assurance processes and procedures.
• Organized and have excellent technical writing skills.
• Open minded and flexible in a multitude of business situations
• Proactive and pragmatic approach to problem solving and business processes analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively while working in an ever-changing and evolving international and multicultural environment
• Fluency in second language (Spanish) desirable
• WIND experience is highly requested.

Compensation: Alstom has an excellect bonus & benefits package for this position to include complete relocation and a lump sum for temporary living.

To Apply:

Please call Lawrence Allen at  if you have specific questions.

ALSTOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ALSTOM is a Drug Free Workplace