Mechanical Engineer - Level 1 - Wind Turbine

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer - Level 1 - Wind Turbine Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our Power Generation Division, providing essential support for wind turbine maintenance, restoration, and special projects. You will leverage your expertise in mechanical troubleshooting, failure analysis, and engineering support to enhance the reliability and efficiency of our renewable fleet. Collaborating with Project Managers, Site Operations, OEMs, and contractors, you will play a pivotal role in developing technical solutions and guiding major maintenance initiatives. This role is primarily office-based with occasional site visits as required.
Responsibilities
- Provide engineering support for wind turbine maintenance and restoration projects.
- Perform root cause analyses and develop corrective action recommendations.
- Review repair procedures, technical reports, and contractor work scopes.
- Support major component replacements, blade programs, and reliability initiatives.
- Develop repair recommendations and engineering solutions for mechanical issues.
- Coordinate with OEMs, vendors, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.
- Assist with project planning, budgeting, and technical documentation.
- Support fleet-wide reliability and continuous improvement efforts.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 3 years of engineering experience supporting wind turbines, renewable energy assets, or comparable industrial equipment.
- Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems and equipment failures.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and engineering analysis tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with GE, Vestas, Siemens Gamesa, or other wind turbine platforms.
- Experience with major component replacements and turbine mechanical systems.
- Proficiency in Smartsheet, Power BI, and Excel.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
- Experience supporting utility-scale wind generation assets.
Work Environment
This position is primarily office-based, requiring occasional site visits. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, utilizing advanced engineering tools and software such as Excel, Smartsheet, and Power BI. The work environment emphasizes safety, quality, and operational excellence, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and reliability in renewable energy projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Palm Beach Gardens,FL. About Actalent

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