Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
Do you believe wind power plants are critical to decarbonize our economies? If so, this opportunity is for you. DNV GL, one of the world's premiere energy consultancies, is looking for a Wind Turbine Engineer to join our Renewables Advisory business. DNV GL provides a wide variety of services to help renewable and energy storage technology developers, users, investors, manufacturers, operators, and regulators better understand the performance of their equipment. We are engineers, scientists, and project managers dedicated to the continued development and success of the renewable energy industry. This position can be based out of our Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA or Katy, TX (Houston, TX area) office or remote from anywhere in the continental U.S. The candidate is to join the Independent Engineering (IE)-Turbine technology group, a small team that evaluates the risks associated with wind farm technology, providing (amongst other things) site suitability assessments, turbine technology reviews and construction monitoring reports of wind farms to project owners, lenders, equity investors, banks, etc. Tasks May Include Perform turbine site suitability analysis with DNV GL-developed tools. Evaluate site suitability assessment prepared by OEMs. Contribute to wind turbine technology assessments, review, report writing, and client communication as part of technical due diligence for project financing, mergers & acquisitions, owner purchases, and other business needs. Remain current on new wind turbine technology, engaging with OEMs to understand latest technical details on new products and updates/revisions to existing products. Perform field and factory inspections of wind turbines and components as part of construction monitoring, operational projects assessments, manufacturing quality inspections, and potentially failure investigations. Review projects' O&M budgets and provide O&M costs projections using DNV GL's internal tools, including evaluation of expected major component failure rates. Prepare high quality written documentation and reports conveying work performed and results. Prepare detailed reports, memos, technical notes, and email correspondence to communicate clearly and honestly to clients with accuracy and technical rigor. Review root cause analysis (RCA) investigations performed by OEMs or others, in order to assess RCA's completeness and provide evaluation of associated risks and mitigants. Work may also include contributing to DNV GL's own RCAs, including investigations into turbine and component failures covering inspection, documentation of field conditions, causality mapping, and engineering calculations (as appropriate). Ability and interest to learn aero-elastic load simulations of turbines. Example work would include detailed evaluation of turbine loads to confirm site suitability, evaluating impacts of turbine modifications (hardware and software) on turbine loads, and assessing remaining useful life of aged turbines. Complete company required documentation in a timely manner such as Job Safety Analysis, Risk Assessments, time sheets, expense reports, inspection check sheets, tracking reports and scheduling controls. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or physics disciplines required Masters in Wind Energy Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred 1 year of engineering experience within the wind energy industry required Consulting experience a plus Basic knowledge of wind turbine systems including gearboxes, blades, pitch and yaw systems, generators, turbine controllers, towers, electrical cabling, SCADA systems, and physical environment impact on structures Experience with MATLAB, Python or other programming languages is a plus Proficiency in reading and understanding mechanical drawings and electrical schematics is desired Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, both domestic and international Strong written and verbal English language communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) writing and verbal skills a plus We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen Physical Requirements Ability to walk over rough or slippery terrain as experienced on heavy construction sites Ability to work in inclement weather conditions as experienced across North America and in locations where wind energy projects are typically located Ability to climb a wind turbine tower ladder with up to 30-35 lbs of gear on person, typically to 100-120m heights Sufficient physical fitness to perform multiple turbine climbs per day Ability to enter confined or enclosed spaces Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you believe wind power plants are critical to decarbonize our economies? If so, this opportunity is for you. DNV GL, one of the world's premiere energy consultancies, is looking for a Wind Turbine Engineer to join our Renewables Advisory business. DNV GL provides a wide variety of services to help renewable and energy storage technology developers, users, investors, manufacturers, operators, and regulators better understand the performance of their equipment. We are engineers, scientists, and project managers dedicated to the continued development and success of the renewable energy industry. This position can be based out of our Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA or Katy, TX (Houston, TX area) office or remote from anywhere in the continental U.S. The candidate is to join the Independent Engineering (IE)-Turbine technology group, a small team that evaluates the risks associated with wind farm technology, providing (amongst other things) site suitability assessments, turbine technology reviews and construction monitoring reports of wind farms to project owners, lenders, equity investors, banks, etc. Tasks May Include Perform turbine site suitability analysis with DNV GL-developed tools. Evaluate site suitability assessment prepared by OEMs. Contribute to wind turbine technology assessments, review, report writing, and client communication as part of technical due diligence for project financing, mergers & acquisitions, owner purchases, and other business needs. Remain current on new wind turbine technology, engaging with OEMs to understand latest technical details on new products and updates/revisions to existing products. Perform field and factory inspections of wind turbines and components as part of construction monitoring, operational projects assessments, manufacturing quality inspections, and potentially failure investigations. Review projects' O&M budgets and provide O&M costs projections using DNV GL's internal tools, including evaluation of expected major component failure rates. Prepare high quality written documentation and reports conveying work performed and results. Prepare detailed reports, memos, technical notes, and email correspondence to communicate clearly and honestly to clients with accuracy and technical rigor. Review root cause analysis (RCA) investigations performed by OEMs or others, in order to assess RCA's completeness and provide evaluation of associated risks and mitigants. Work may also include contributing to DNV GL's own RCAs, including investigations into turbine and component failures covering inspection, documentation of field conditions, causality mapping, and engineering calculations (as appropriate). Ability and interest to learn aero-elastic load simulations of turbines. Example work would include detailed evaluation of turbine loads to confirm site suitability, evaluating impacts of turbine modifications (hardware and software) on turbine loads, and assessing remaining useful life of aged turbines. Complete company required documentation in a timely manner such as Job Safety Analysis, Risk Assessments, time sheets, expense reports, inspection check sheets, tracking reports and scheduling controls. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or physics disciplines required Masters in Wind Energy Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred 1 year of engineering experience within the wind energy industry required Consulting experience a plus Basic knowledge of wind turbine systems including gearboxes, blades, pitch and yaw systems, generators, turbine controllers, towers, electrical cabling, SCADA systems, and physical environment impact on structures Experience with MATLAB, Python or other programming languages is a plus Proficiency in reading and understanding mechanical drawings and electrical schematics is desired Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, both domestic and international Strong written and verbal English language communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) writing and verbal skills a plus We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen Physical Requirements Ability to walk over rough or slippery terrain as experienced on heavy construction sites Ability to work in inclement weather conditions as experienced across North America and in locations where wind energy projects are typically located Ability to climb a wind turbine tower ladder with up to 30-35 lbs of gear on person, typically to 100-120m heights Sufficient physical fitness to perform multiple turbine climbs per day Ability to enter confined or enclosed spaces Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
Do you believe wind power plants are critical to decarbonize our economies? If so, this opportunity is for you. DNV GL, one of the world's premiere energy consultancies, is looking for a Wind Turbine Engineer to join our Renewables Advisory business. DNV GL provides a wide variety of services to help renewable and energy storage technology developers, users, investors, manufacturers, operators, and regulators better understand the performance of their equipment. We are engineers, scientists, and project managers dedicated to the continued development and success of the renewable energy industry. This position can be based out of our Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA or Katy, TX (Houston, TX area) office or remote from anywhere in the continental U.S. The candidate is to join the Independent Engineering (IE)-Turbine technology group, a small team that evaluates the risks associated with wind farm technology, providing (amongst other things) site suitability assessments, turbine technology reviews and construction monitoring reports of wind farms to project owners, lenders, equity investors, banks, etc. Tasks May Include Perform turbine site suitability analysis with DNV GL-developed tools. Evaluate site suitability assessment prepared by OEMs. Contribute to wind turbine technology assessments, review, report writing, and client communication as part of technical due diligence for project financing, mergers & acquisitions, owner purchases, and other business needs. Remain current on new wind turbine technology, engaging with OEMs to understand latest technical details on new products and updates/revisions to existing products. Perform field and factory inspections of wind turbines and components as part of construction monitoring, operational projects assessments, manufacturing quality inspections, and potentially failure investigations. Review projects' O&M budgets and provide O&M costs projections using DNV GL's internal tools, including evaluation of expected major component failure rates. Prepare high quality written documentation and reports conveying work performed and results. Prepare detailed reports, memos, technical notes, and email correspondence to communicate clearly and honestly to clients with accuracy and technical rigor. Review root cause analysis (RCA) investigations performed by OEMs or others, in order to assess RCA's completeness and provide evaluation of associated risks and mitigants. Work may also include contributing to DNV GL's own RCAs, including investigations into turbine and component failures covering inspection, documentation of field conditions, causality mapping, and engineering calculations (as appropriate). Ability and interest to learn aero-elastic load simulations of turbines. Example work would include detailed evaluation of turbine loads to confirm site suitability, evaluating impacts of turbine modifications (hardware and software) on turbine loads, and assessing remaining useful life of aged turbines. Complete company required documentation in a timely manner such as Job Safety Analysis, Risk Assessments, time sheets, expense reports, inspection check sheets, tracking reports and scheduling controls. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or physics disciplines required Masters in Wind Energy Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred 1 year of engineering experience within the wind energy industry required Consulting experience a plus Basic knowledge of wind turbine systems including gearboxes, blades, pitch and yaw systems, generators, turbine controllers, towers, electrical cabling, SCADA systems, and physical environment impact on structures Experience with MATLAB, Python or other programming languages is a plus Proficiency in reading and understanding mechanical drawings and electrical schematics is desired Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, both domestic and international Strong written and verbal English language communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) writing and verbal skills a plus We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen Physical Requirements Ability to walk over rough or slippery terrain as experienced on heavy construction sites Ability to work in inclement weather conditions as experienced across North America and in locations where wind energy projects are typically located Ability to climb a wind turbine tower ladder with up to 30-35 lbs of gear on person, typically to 100-120m heights Sufficient physical fitness to perform multiple turbine climbs per day Ability to enter confined or enclosed spaces Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you believe wind power plants are critical to decarbonize our economies? If so, this opportunity is for you. DNV GL, one of the world's premiere energy consultancies, is looking for a Wind Turbine Engineer to join our Renewables Advisory business. DNV GL provides a wide variety of services to help renewable and energy storage technology developers, users, investors, manufacturers, operators, and regulators better understand the performance of their equipment. We are engineers, scientists, and project managers dedicated to the continued development and success of the renewable energy industry. This position can be based out of our Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA or Katy, TX (Houston, TX area) office or remote from anywhere in the continental U.S. The candidate is to join the Independent Engineering (IE)-Turbine technology group, a small team that evaluates the risks associated with wind farm technology, providing (amongst other things) site suitability assessments, turbine technology reviews and construction monitoring reports of wind farms to project owners, lenders, equity investors, banks, etc. Tasks May Include Perform turbine site suitability analysis with DNV GL-developed tools. Evaluate site suitability assessment prepared by OEMs. Contribute to wind turbine technology assessments, review, report writing, and client communication as part of technical due diligence for project financing, mergers & acquisitions, owner purchases, and other business needs. Remain current on new wind turbine technology, engaging with OEMs to understand latest technical details on new products and updates/revisions to existing products. Perform field and factory inspections of wind turbines and components as part of construction monitoring, operational projects assessments, manufacturing quality inspections, and potentially failure investigations. Review projects' O&M budgets and provide O&M costs projections using DNV GL's internal tools, including evaluation of expected major component failure rates. Prepare high quality written documentation and reports conveying work performed and results. Prepare detailed reports, memos, technical notes, and email correspondence to communicate clearly and honestly to clients with accuracy and technical rigor. Review root cause analysis (RCA) investigations performed by OEMs or others, in order to assess RCA's completeness and provide evaluation of associated risks and mitigants. Work may also include contributing to DNV GL's own RCAs, including investigations into turbine and component failures covering inspection, documentation of field conditions, causality mapping, and engineering calculations (as appropriate). Ability and interest to learn aero-elastic load simulations of turbines. Example work would include detailed evaluation of turbine loads to confirm site suitability, evaluating impacts of turbine modifications (hardware and software) on turbine loads, and assessing remaining useful life of aged turbines. Complete company required documentation in a timely manner such as Job Safety Analysis, Risk Assessments, time sheets, expense reports, inspection check sheets, tracking reports and scheduling controls. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or physics disciplines required Masters in Wind Energy Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred 1 year of engineering experience within the wind energy industry required Consulting experience a plus Basic knowledge of wind turbine systems including gearboxes, blades, pitch and yaw systems, generators, turbine controllers, towers, electrical cabling, SCADA systems, and physical environment impact on structures Experience with MATLAB, Python or other programming languages is a plus Proficiency in reading and understanding mechanical drawings and electrical schematics is desired Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, both domestic and international Strong written and verbal English language communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) writing and verbal skills a plus We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen Physical Requirements Ability to walk over rough or slippery terrain as experienced on heavy construction sites Ability to work in inclement weather conditions as experienced across North America and in locations where wind energy projects are typically located Ability to climb a wind turbine tower ladder with up to 30-35 lbs of gear on person, typically to 100-120m heights Sufficient physical fitness to perform multiple turbine climbs per day Ability to enter confined or enclosed spaces Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
Do you believe wind power plants are critical to decarbonize our economies? If so, this opportunity is for you. DNV GL, one of the world's premiere energy consultancies, is looking for a Wind Turbine Engineer to join our Renewables Advisory business. DNV GL provides a wide variety of services to help renewable and energy storage technology developers, users, investors, manufacturers, operators, and regulators better understand the performance of their equipment. We are engineers, scientists, and project managers dedicated to the continued development and success of the renewable energy industry. This position can be based out of our Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA or Katy, TX (Houston, TX area) office or remote from anywhere in the continental U.S. The candidate is to join the Independent Engineering (IE)-Turbine technology group, a small team that evaluates the risks associated with wind farm technology, providing (amongst other things) site suitability assessments, turbine technology reviews and construction monitoring reports of wind farms to project owners, lenders, equity investors, banks, etc. Tasks May Include Perform turbine site suitability analysis with DNV GL-developed tools. Evaluate site suitability assessment prepared by OEMs. Contribute to wind turbine technology assessments, review, report writing, and client communication as part of technical due diligence for project financing, mergers & acquisitions, owner purchases, and other business needs. Remain current on new wind turbine technology, engaging with OEMs to understand latest technical details on new products and updates/revisions to existing products. Perform field and factory inspections of wind turbines and components as part of construction monitoring, operational projects assessments, manufacturing quality inspections, and potentially failure investigations. Review projects' O&M budgets and provide O&M costs projections using DNV GL's internal tools, including evaluation of expected major component failure rates. Prepare high quality written documentation and reports conveying work performed and results. Prepare detailed reports, memos, technical notes, and email correspondence to communicate clearly and honestly to clients with accuracy and technical rigor. Review root cause analysis (RCA) investigations performed by OEMs or others, in order to assess RCA's completeness and provide evaluation of associated risks and mitigants. Work may also include contributing to DNV GL's own RCAs, including investigations into turbine and component failures covering inspection, documentation of field conditions, causality mapping, and engineering calculations (as appropriate). Ability and interest to learn aero-elastic load simulations of turbines. Example work would include detailed evaluation of turbine loads to confirm site suitability, evaluating impacts of turbine modifications (hardware and software) on turbine loads, and assessing remaining useful life of aged turbines. Complete company required documentation in a timely manner such as Job Safety Analysis, Risk Assessments, time sheets, expense reports, inspection check sheets, tracking reports and scheduling controls. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or physics disciplines required Masters in Wind Energy Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred 1 year of engineering experience within the wind energy industry required Consulting experience a plus Basic knowledge of wind turbine systems including gearboxes, blades, pitch and yaw systems, generators, turbine controllers, towers, electrical cabling, SCADA systems, and physical environment impact on structures Experience with MATLAB, Python or other programming languages is a plus Proficiency in reading and understanding mechanical drawings and electrical schematics is desired Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, both domestic and international Strong written and verbal English language communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) writing and verbal skills a plus We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen Physical Requirements Ability to walk over rough or slippery terrain as experienced on heavy construction sites Ability to work in inclement weather conditions as experienced across North America and in locations where wind energy projects are typically located Ability to climb a wind turbine tower ladder with up to 30-35 lbs of gear on person, typically to 100-120m heights Sufficient physical fitness to perform multiple turbine climbs per day Ability to enter confined or enclosed spaces Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you believe wind power plants are critical to decarbonize our economies? If so, this opportunity is for you. DNV GL, one of the world's premiere energy consultancies, is looking for a Wind Turbine Engineer to join our Renewables Advisory business. DNV GL provides a wide variety of services to help renewable and energy storage technology developers, users, investors, manufacturers, operators, and regulators better understand the performance of their equipment. We are engineers, scientists, and project managers dedicated to the continued development and success of the renewable energy industry. This position can be based out of our Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA or Katy, TX (Houston, TX area) office or remote from anywhere in the continental U.S. The candidate is to join the Independent Engineering (IE)-Turbine technology group, a small team that evaluates the risks associated with wind farm technology, providing (amongst other things) site suitability assessments, turbine technology reviews and construction monitoring reports of wind farms to project owners, lenders, equity investors, banks, etc. Tasks May Include Perform turbine site suitability analysis with DNV GL-developed tools. Evaluate site suitability assessment prepared by OEMs. Contribute to wind turbine technology assessments, review, report writing, and client communication as part of technical due diligence for project financing, mergers & acquisitions, owner purchases, and other business needs. Remain current on new wind turbine technology, engaging with OEMs to understand latest technical details on new products and updates/revisions to existing products. Perform field and factory inspections of wind turbines and components as part of construction monitoring, operational projects assessments, manufacturing quality inspections, and potentially failure investigations. Review projects' O&M budgets and provide O&M costs projections using DNV GL's internal tools, including evaluation of expected major component failure rates. Prepare high quality written documentation and reports conveying work performed and results. Prepare detailed reports, memos, technical notes, and email correspondence to communicate clearly and honestly to clients with accuracy and technical rigor. Review root cause analysis (RCA) investigations performed by OEMs or others, in order to assess RCA's completeness and provide evaluation of associated risks and mitigants. Work may also include contributing to DNV GL's own RCAs, including investigations into turbine and component failures covering inspection, documentation of field conditions, causality mapping, and engineering calculations (as appropriate). Ability and interest to learn aero-elastic load simulations of turbines. Example work would include detailed evaluation of turbine loads to confirm site suitability, evaluating impacts of turbine modifications (hardware and software) on turbine loads, and assessing remaining useful life of aged turbines. Complete company required documentation in a timely manner such as Job Safety Analysis, Risk Assessments, time sheets, expense reports, inspection check sheets, tracking reports and scheduling controls. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or physics disciplines required Masters in Wind Energy Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred 1 year of engineering experience within the wind energy industry required Consulting experience a plus Basic knowledge of wind turbine systems including gearboxes, blades, pitch and yaw systems, generators, turbine controllers, towers, electrical cabling, SCADA systems, and physical environment impact on structures Experience with MATLAB, Python or other programming languages is a plus Proficiency in reading and understanding mechanical drawings and electrical schematics is desired Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, both domestic and international Strong written and verbal English language communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) writing and verbal skills a plus We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen Physical Requirements Ability to walk over rough or slippery terrain as experienced on heavy construction sites Ability to work in inclement weather conditions as experienced across North America and in locations where wind energy projects are typically located Ability to climb a wind turbine tower ladder with up to 30-35 lbs of gear on person, typically to 100-120m heights Sufficient physical fitness to perform multiple turbine climbs per day Ability to enter confined or enclosed spaces Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
01/30/2021
Full time
Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm? Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment? Would you like to influence the solar industry and have the opportunity to grow and thrive as a thought leader? Then an engineering position on our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology Team could be a great fit for you! DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Solar Racking and Tracker Senior Engineer to join our Solar Independent Engineering and Technology team. DNV GL is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and our respected staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. DNV GL's Solar IE and Technology team holds a substantial market position in North America as a leading provider of independent engineering services to support the financing and construction of solar energy projects. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and due diligence on behalf of project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports in making investment and risk assessment decisions. This solar technology team also takes a leading role in conference participation, participation in codes/standards committees, and in establishing internal and industry guidance on assessing technology risk for our teams in North America and globally. Renewables Advisory is a high-performing, innovative team that strives for equity, respect, and diversity. As a member of the Solar Technology team, the successful candidate will be a thought leader at DNV GL in the field of tracker technology, testing and operations, and will provide technical advisory and other consulting services associated with mounting systems used in solar projects. The work will include technical due diligence of solar PV trackers and mounting systems for use in pre-construction, construction and operational projects on behalf of lenders and investors. This position will also provide technical support and advisory services to project developers and product manufacturers, including bankability studies, failure analyses, and support for RFPs and technical specifications. The role will include working with product manufacturers to opine on product design and expected reliability, and managing relationships with applicable manufacturers and other stakeholders. Performing technical reviews requires the ability to assess detailed aspects of PV racking and tracker design including wind, seismic, and snow loading considerations, drive systems, control systems and tracking algorithms. The technical review will include evaluation with respect to relevant codes and standards. The successful candidate should be familiar with the major suppliers of PV mounting systems and with the primary technical differences between products and market segments. This position is based out of our San Diego CA, Portland OR, Oakland CA, Seattle WA, Austin TX, Chalfont PA, OR Medford, MA offices. Remote locations may also be considered. Tasks May Include Provide technical expertise concerning the design, manufacturing, testing and/or modeling of solar PV racking and trackers via technical reports, presentations, and correspondance. Assess product design and manufacturing methods including aspects of structural adequacy, wind loading, drive systems and control systems. Review manufacturing facilities for compliance with quality/safety procedures and practices. Employ excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills to provide technical advice to customers including commenting on design, reliability, and cost aspects of solar PV trackers and mounting systems, and reviewing and commenting on engineering documentation relating to: Materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability Structural, civil and mechanical details Wind loading, including static and dynamic response Wind tunnel testing Reliability testing including operational and accelerated wear testing of all components and assemblies Regulatory compliance (UL 2703/3703, IEC 62817, AHJ approvals etc.) Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner. Relate the results of the tracker and mounting system to broader technical due diligence scopes by making recommendations regarding commercial and technical risk mitigation and financial model assumptions for investors, lenders, developers and owners in a relatable manner Manage stakeholder relationships to develop new business opportunities and promote complementary services from other parts of DNV GL, including preparing scopes of work for technical services. Work as a supportive team member in a collaborative environment, as well as on self-directed independent projects. Conduct occasional site or factory visits, including climbing ladders for roof-mounted solar installations, and carrying equipment for short durations. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in mechanical, structural, or civil engineering, physics, materials science, aerospace or related degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, testing, and/or modelling of solar PV trackers and/or mounting systems. Familiarity with materials specifications and impact on expected performance and reliability. Knowledge of typical equipment technical specifications and common failure modes of roof and/or ground-mounted, fixed and/or tracking PV mounting systems. Working understanding of tracking system algorithms including backtracking and optimized tracking. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening. Preferred Skills A graduate degree Experience with the drive systems or mechanical design of tracker systems Familiarity with design standards, load calculations, and test reports used in the PV industry Familiarity designing or evaluating products for compliance with UL 1703, UL 2703, UL 3703, IEC 62817, SEAOC PV-2, ASCE 7 Familiarity reviewing wind tunnel test reports, static and dynamic load calculations and application of dynamic amplification factors Familiarity with simulation tools/libraries such as PVsyst, SAM, PVLib Familiarity with R, python or other programming languages Some background in uncertainty, probability and statistics Experience reviewing EPC and O&M contracts Willingness and ability to travel up to domestic (10%) and/or international (5%). Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification, technical assurance, software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables industries. We also provide certification, supply chain and data management services to customers across a wide range of industries. Combining technical, digital and operational expertise, risk methodology and in-depth industry knowledge, we empower our customers' decisions and actions with trust and confidence. We continuously invest in research and collaborative innovation to provide customers and society with operational and technological foresight. With origins stretching back to 1864 and operations in more than 100 countries, our experts are dedicated to helping customers make the world safer, smarter and greener. DNV GL delivers world-renowned testing and advisory services to the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency. Our expertise spans onshore and offshore wind power, solar, conventional generation, transmission and distribution, smart grids, and sustainable energy use, as well as energy markets and regulations. Our experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply.
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. Brief Team and Position Summary: DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Permitting Manager to join our Renewables Advisory group. The Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking an experienced and collaborative Permitting Manager to lead the growth of our comprehensive permitting services in New York. Our team: The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, and permitting specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work: Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. Broadly, our work falls into four categories: Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Our why: Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations. Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Leverage experience with NY Article 10 siting processes for siting new and repowered electric generating facilities, specifically on-shore renewable energy projects and facilities, and familiarity with ORES draft regulations to champion permitting efforts for DNV GL's clients, including permit application preparation and management of all wildlife and technical studies; Lead stakeholder engagement activities, including attending agency and municipality meetings, open houses, and stakeholder engagement sessions (virtual and in-person); collecting and responding to agency and public comments; coordinating with state and federal resource agencies; Participate in or lead environmental assessments/environmental impacts statements, construction and operation plans, and other studies related to offshore wind activities in the NY Bight; Set project milestones for scope, schedule, and budget and ensure milestones are met; Perform technical checking and initial approval of certain work products conducted by junior staff; Proactively seek out practical and realistic business development opportunities in the NY market and prepare or coordinate proposals and bids; Give technical presentations and participate in panel discussions at industry workshops and conferences; Engage in facilitating innovative and new service offerings to anticipate/meet market needs. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, namely land use planning, environmental planning, environmental science/engineering, or environmental law/policy At least 3 years of experience writing environmental permit applications for infrastructure projects in New York, including Article 10, 94-C, OR other similar applications Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in energy project siting and permitting Advanced knowledge of environmental assessment regulatory frameworks in NY Comprehensive understanding of US wind, solar and battery storage markets; Demonstrated skills in project coordination, agency consultation, and environmental review; and able to establish and maintain good relations with clients and peers Strong written and verbal English communication skills We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred qualifications Master's degree in a relevant field, namely land use planning, environmental planning, environmental science/engineering, or environmental law/policy Experience leading winning proposal efforts for Customers in the renewable energy industry Willingness and ability to travel to projects in development, construction and operation sites in varying locations (up to 20% annual time, post-COVID) Professional Engineer (P.E.) in New York Project Management Professional (PMP) credentials are preferred **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package.DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Local employment conditions apply. Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/30/2021
Full time
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. Brief Team and Position Summary: DNV GL - Energy is seeking a Permitting Manager to join our Renewables Advisory group. The Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking an experienced and collaborative Permitting Manager to lead the growth of our comprehensive permitting services in New York. Our team: The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, and permitting specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work: Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. Broadly, our work falls into four categories: Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Our why: Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations. Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Leverage experience with NY Article 10 siting processes for siting new and repowered electric generating facilities, specifically on-shore renewable energy projects and facilities, and familiarity with ORES draft regulations to champion permitting efforts for DNV GL's clients, including permit application preparation and management of all wildlife and technical studies; Lead stakeholder engagement activities, including attending agency and municipality meetings, open houses, and stakeholder engagement sessions (virtual and in-person); collecting and responding to agency and public comments; coordinating with state and federal resource agencies; Participate in or lead environmental assessments/environmental impacts statements, construction and operation plans, and other studies related to offshore wind activities in the NY Bight; Set project milestones for scope, schedule, and budget and ensure milestones are met; Perform technical checking and initial approval of certain work products conducted by junior staff; Proactively seek out practical and realistic business development opportunities in the NY market and prepare or coordinate proposals and bids; Give technical presentations and participate in panel discussions at industry workshops and conferences; Engage in facilitating innovative and new service offerings to anticipate/meet market needs. Position Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, namely land use planning, environmental planning, environmental science/engineering, or environmental law/policy At least 3 years of experience writing environmental permit applications for infrastructure projects in New York, including Article 10, 94-C, OR other similar applications Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in energy project siting and permitting Advanced knowledge of environmental assessment regulatory frameworks in NY Comprehensive understanding of US wind, solar and battery storage markets; Demonstrated skills in project coordination, agency consultation, and environmental review; and able to establish and maintain good relations with clients and peers Strong written and verbal English communication skills We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred qualifications Master's degree in a relevant field, namely land use planning, environmental planning, environmental science/engineering, or environmental law/policy Experience leading winning proposal efforts for Customers in the renewable energy industry Willingness and ability to travel to projects in development, construction and operation sites in varying locations (up to 20% annual time, post-COVID) Professional Engineer (P.E.) in New York Project Management Professional (PMP) credentials are preferred **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package.DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Local employment conditions apply. Please visit our website at Company & Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/28/2021
Full time
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/28/2021
Full time
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/28/2021
Full time
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!
01/28/2021
Full time
Why you should work with us? Because within DNV GL's Renewables Advisory group, organizational culture, and more specifically how we collectively influence the world for future generations, matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV GL - Energy is seeking for a GIS Analyst to join our Environmental and Permitting Services (EPS) team. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a GIS Analyst to help us provide GIS services in North America. This person will be responsible for supporting project development, permitting, and owner's engineering activities for onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Our team The EPS team is comprised of siting, environmental, permitting, and GIS specialists who work directly with our customers to help identify and address project risks. Our mission is to guide the sustainable, responsible growth of the renewables industry by providing innovative environmental and permitting expertise to support the greater good. Our work Our Customers are primarily developers and utilities, developing wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and battery and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and internationally. To facilitate this work excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount. Broadly, our work falls into four categories:Biological services, including field surveys, habitat conservation plans, corporate avian and bat protection plans, review of mitigation strategies, and associated permits. Permitting services, providing support for permitting at the federal, state/provincial, and local level for wind, solar, and battery storage projects; including stakeholder engagement. GIS services, including mapping, constraints reviews, radiocomm surveys, and critical issues analyses. Siting services, including layout optimization, acoustical measurements, noise impact assessments, shadow flicker, blade/ice throw, and glint and glare studies. Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Our why Our Customers can choose any number of consultancies to execute on specific tasks. However, our EPS team strives to develop long-term partnerships with our Customers, acting as their trusted advisor from the earliest layouts through operations.Our Customers are at the forefront of the energy transition. Principally, our team needs to remain nimble, retain our deep expertise in wind and solar PV while growing our competency to advise on energy storage and offshore wind developments.Through this transition, our team is driven by our mission to ensure renewable energy projects are safely and sustainably designed, constructed and installed. Tasks May Include Research, inventory, analyze, and integrate GIS data Undertake multi-criteria spatial analysis Produce thematic maps Assist with renewable energy project site selection and characterization studies Prepare elevation and roughness maps for wind resource assessments Assist with the development of new geospatial tools and GIS services to support renewable energy developers Occasional assistance with development of tools to support work automation (ArcPy) Occasional assistance with research and reporting for environmental mandates, such as environmental impact studies, Phase 1 ESAs, and technical siting studies including visual assessments, shadow flicker assessments, acoustic assessments, and electromagnetic interference studies Occasional site visits Position Qualifications Requirements Associate's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography, or Geospatial Science + 1 year of GIS work experience required; or Bachelor's degree in one of the above Knowledge of basic GIS concepts (mapping, GPS, GIS, data integration, coordinate systems, etc.) Thorough knowledge of the ESRI platform, mainly ArcGIS Desktop (ideally ArcGIS Pro), and ArcGIS Online General knowledge and interest in renewable energy and environmental assessment regulatory frameworks and renewable energy project development, design, and construction activities in North America Strong written and verbal English communication skills, MS Office We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening Preferred Qualifications Competency in general programming, specifically Python language, preferred Competency in Autodesk software suite, specifically, AutoCAD **Immigration-related benefits (for example, visa sponsorship) are not available for this position** Opportunities Beyond Business Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future. DNV GL offers a congenial working environment, competitive salaries, and an exceptional benefits package. DNV GL is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/H/V Please visit our website at Company and Business Area Description DNV GL is a global quality assurance and risk management company. Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, we enable our customers to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. Operating in more than 100 countries, our professionals are dedicated to helping customers in the maritime, oil & gas, power and renewables and other industries to make the world safer, smarter and greener. Equal Opportunity Statement DNV GL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!