Summary • Gulf Wind Technology (GWT) is dedicated to improving the economic performance of operational wind farms and to pioneering innovation in the design and manufacture of wind turbine blades. Gulf Wind Technology holds the experience and expertise to deliver innovation to products faster than anyone else in the energy industry. • Gulf Wind Technology is looking for a passionate engineer looking to solve some of the most pressing challenges in the Wind Energy Industry. The ideal candidate is comfortable working through complex technical programs, applying a principled approach to the structural design and loads analysis for wind turbine blades. • Candidates should seek to be hands on and involved with the product from inception, design, prototype, manufacturer, field validation, and final decommissioning. • The Composite Structural Engineer will be accountable for structural design and modeling of wind turbine blades, considering the implications and impacts to blade aerodynamics and turbine loads. They will make use of a variety of design tools from BEM analysis to FEA to aero-elastic beam theory and first principal approaches. • The Composite Structural Engineer will participate in component, coupon, and full-scale testing, product manufacturing, and field trials – including work in wind turbine towers. Job Description As a member of Gulf Wind Technology’s Research and Development Team, the Composite Structural Engineer will play a key role in the design and analysis of new and existing blades. As a critical member of the engineering team, you will be responsible for: • Creating new and innovative blade designs and composite laminate structures, leading the analysis using appropriate first principal tools, beam theory, fracture mechanics, and FEA tools. • Developing tools with numerical methods including linear and non-linear analysis, using internal and commercial software packages. • Build new engineering tools, methods, codes, and scripts that improve the accuracy, capability, and speed of deliverables. • Contribute to GWT blade and product certification processes, according to IEC 61400-1 and 61400-5. • Create and manage detailed test and analysis records, pre and post processing tools, and documentation. • Perform system and component level DFMEA. • Conduct experimental component and coupon test campaigns, from laboratory to field validation experiments. • Lead field performance, loads and strain measurements to gather firsthand understanding of blade and turbine operation • Integrating technical and market research into GWT tools and processes to support the company goals and further the development of new products. • Contributing to the quality and safety culture at GWT. Required Qualifications • A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil Engineering, or a related field. • Good working knowledge and experience with structural engineering and composites modeling processes and tools, such as OpenFAST, Bladed, CATIA, Simula, NASTRAN, Abaqus, ANSYS or similar tools. • Excellent working knowledge with programming (MATLAB, Python, C++, C#, or similar) • Strong communication and teamwork skills. • Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, creativity, and problem-solving skills. • Interest in learning and growing skillsets to maintain state of the art competency. Desired characteristics • Previous relevant experience, preferably in the wind industry, but candidates with translatable experience are encouraged to apply. • Experience with structural testing, strain measurement, design of experiments, material selection, and statistical characterization. A successful candidate will possess equal measures of creativity and passion, technical and interpersonal skills, and a drive and willingness to push the boundaries of blade innovation and technology development. The work environment at GWT creates opportunities for collaboration on projects with team members from multiple disciplines and backgrounds, where all perspectives and viewpoints are valued and respected.
See More Details >>Summary Gulf Wind Technology is seeking an Atmospheric Modeling and Loads Engineer to join our engineering team in Hickory, North Carolina. To help our team grow and take on new projects, we're looking for engineers who are excited to tackle new and innovative wind energy technology projects. Specifically, the Atmospheric Modeling and Loads Engineer will lead the integration of multi-scale atmospheric models with turbine and farm level system models. Job Description As a member of Gulf Wind Technology's Engineering Team, the Atmospheric Modeling and Loads Engineer will play a key role in the generation of inflow conditions and models for our design and analysis products. You will have a variety of opportunities to learn new skills while leading projects for customers, leaning into your own expertise to help the team succeed. At Gulf Wind Technology you will be responsible for: • Developing multi-scale models to characterize atmospheric flow conditions of complex phenomena such as tropical storms, hurricanes, and low-level jets. • Translating multi-scale atmospheric simulations into formats for use in turbine and farm level wind energy system simulations. • Performing multibody simulations for wind turbine blades and systems, using internal and commercial software packages. • Building new engineering tools, methods, codes, and scripts that improve the accuracy, capability, and speed of deliverables. • Managing cross functional projects, cradle to grave, including developing a business case, coordinating team member activities, managing project budgets and customer reporting. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, atmospheric science, or a related field. • Knowledge or experience of atmospheric modeling tools and methods, such as WRF, AMR-Wind, and LES. • A humble approach to your own knowledge and skillsets. We value team members who willingly share their expertise with the team, but also take ownership of their learning and development plans. • An engaged and committed team member, who is equally excited to facilitate a meeting or discussion, partner one on one with cross-functional team members or work collaboratively to achieve the team goals. Desired characteristics • Previous relevant experience, preferably in the wind industry, but candidates with translatable experience are encouraged to apply. • Knowledge or experience of loads modeling processes and tools, such as OpenFAST, Bladed, Flex, Adams, or similar tools. Gulf Wind Technology is dedicated to improving the economic performance of onshore and offshore wind farms by pioneering innovation in the design, manufacture, and operation of wind turbine blades. Working alongside our clients, GWT team members deliver innovative products to help solve some of the most pressing needs of the Wind Energy Industry. We have ambitions to change the way the wind industry thinks about blade and rotor technology, and we are looking for colleagues who are motivated to join us on this exciting journey. We like to take on complex and challenging projects, because they give our teams opportunities to truly collaborate, experiment, and innovate. Our team members are comfortable with deep technical analysis, hands on prototyping and testing, and leading cross functional programs. Each team member brings their own unique set of skills, knowledge, and experience to the project, allowing us to work through complex technical projects by applying a principled approach to the design and analysis of wind turbine blades.
See More Details >>Summary Gulf Wind Technology is seeking a Program Manager to lead and coordinate engineering-driven projects that span cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and fabrication partners. We are looking for a program leader who thrives in technically complex, fast-moving environments and is excited to support innovation in the wind energy industry. Job Description As a member of Gulf Wind Technology's Engineering Team, the Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of engineering programs that include composite fabrication, product development, and technical service campaigns. You will work closely with internal engineering teams, external partners, and fabrication subcontractors to drive program success from concept through delivery. At Gulf Wind Technology you will be responsible for: • Leading cross-functional engineering projects from initiation to completion, including planning, scope development, scheduling, risk management, and budget tracking. • Developing and maintaining program documentation, including project plans, resource trackers, meeting notes, risk registers, and performance reports. • Coordinating technical input from engineering, manufacturing, and sub-contract teams to ensure project alignment and seamless integration • Serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, maintaining alignment on technical objectives, deliverables, and change management. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, or a related technical field. • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering or product development projects. • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractor deliverables, contracts, and scope. • Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira, or similar platforms. • A humble approach to your own knowledge and skillsets. We value team members who willingly share their expertise with the team, but also take ownership of their learning and development plans. • An engaged and committed team member, who is equally excited to facilitate a meeting or discussion, partner one on one with cross-functional team members or work collaboratively to achieve the team goals. Desired characteristics • Previous relevant experience, preferably in the wind industry, but candidates with translatable experience are encouraged to apply. • Knowledge or experience with composite manufacturing methods, analysis, or design methods. Gulf Wind Technology is dedicated to improving the economic performance of onshore and offshore wind farms by pioneering innovation in the design, manufacture, and operation of wind turbine blades. Working alongside our clients, GWT team members deliver innovative products to help solve some of the most pressing needs of the Wind Energy Industry.
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Hickory, NC, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with technical education. These programs typically last about two to three years, providing comprehensive training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a significant growth in wind energy jobs, with a projected 60% increase in wind turbine technician positions from 2023 to 2033. In Hickory, NC, wind trade professionals can expect to earn an average of $2,400 per week, with experienced technicians earning upwards of $100,000 annually. Training programs and apprenticeships are available through local trade schools, industry associations, and organizations dedicated to renewable energy careers, offering a pathway to a lucrative and stable career in the rapidly expanding wind energy sector.
