Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand our Wind Energy practice in Apple Valley, Minnesota (MN)! • The qualified individual will lead a Wind Energy Engineering and Design team while building and managing relationships with key clients • Coordinate or direct permitting, risk assesment, engineering, design or construction activities throughout the life span of a wind energy project to ensure that client's needs and objectives for development and construction are met • Leadership responsibilities include: • Operating with integrity and sound business principals • Providing vision, business planning and strategy • Establishing goals • Building and maintaining positive client relationships • Having open communication with your partners and team • Growing and leading a land development practice • Our Project Managers/Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor • The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business • With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership • 6+ years of relevant experience managing wind energy or related projects • Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license • Familiar with the relevant standards, regulations, and best practices for wind energy projects • Experience with greenfield and/or repowering of wind projects throughout the life span of the development and construction of projects • Extensive client contacts and relationships with renewable energy developers, owner-operators, EPCs, and teaming partners • Strong technical skills in AutoCAD Civil3D, Excel, and/or GIS • Provide project management services for development and detailed engineering wind energy projects across the United States with a focus on the central and mid-west regions of the U.S. • Lead proposal development efforts and, if awarded the work, manage the project including working closely with engineering leads, SMEs, and junior staff to prepare and issue deliverables • Market Kimley-Horn’s firmwide capabilities to new clients to increase revenue and project portfolio • Lead project teams in the planning, design and construction support of wind energy projects • Direct preparation of engineering reports, studies, conceptual designs, and permit applications • Review and interpret local, state, and federal environmental regulations • Communicate with clients throughout proposal and project execution • Manage all aspects of project performance (scope, schedule, budget, quality) • Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization • Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner • Demonstrated ability to manage wind energy projects profitably Compensation Range: • Base Salary $120,000 - $160,000 • This position is elegible for performance based bonus compensation At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years! Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn • Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (you put in 4% -- we put in 8%) and additional profit-sharing contribution. • Aggregate company contribution since 2015 has been 18%. • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. • Generous personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays. • Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. • Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. • Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
See More Details >>North Wind is a leading independent supplier of complex hypersonic and Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) systems and services. Leveraging decades of specialized experience, North Wind delivers hypersonic and RDT&E capabilities through five complementary business segments: Applied R&D; Test Articles and Critical System Components; Test Facility Design & Build; Test Services; and Flight Testing & Flight Systems. The Company’s offerings span the full life cycle of aerospace & defense and commercial systems, including end-to-end turnkey solutions. Learn more at www.north-wind.com. Summary As a Chief Engineer at North Wind, you will be at the forefront of our engineering initiatives, overseeing critical projects that shape the future of hypersonic technology. This role is pivotal in ensuring our engineering teams deliver high-quality solutions while adhering to industry standards and best practices. Responsibilities • Lead and manage engineering projects from conception through execution, ensuring alignment with strategic initiatives. • Support business development initiatives, including but not limited to market/competitor analyses, business capture plans, customer cultivation, customer visits and activities, competition status/intelligence, and other test services/engineering opportunities. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including designers, researchers, and project managers to refine and enhance design processes. • Guide and determine technical direction of projects using advanced technical principles, theories and concepts including the development of new principles and concepts. • Review and propose revisions to technical solutions to ensure project goals can be achieved. • Act as an advisor and mentor to other engineers on advanced technical research studies and applications. • Maintain accurate documentation of engineering processes, designs, and modifications. • Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends to implement cutting-edge techniques and maintain operational excellence. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred. • 15+ years related experience. • Background knowledge required in Civil/Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with familiarity and experience using software tools such AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, RISA 3D, STAAD, Ansys, etc. • Experience using Microsoft Office Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS-Project) • Experience in the design, maintenance, and operation of wind tunnels preferred. • Excellent communication and documentation skills. • Proven leadership experience with a coaching/mentorship mindset. • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities. • Due to U.S. State Department restrictions on access to technology, candidates must be “U.S. Persons” as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) North Wind is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. North Wind supports a safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.
See More Details >>North Wind continues to be fundamental in developing comprehensive hypersonic systems to improve the hypersonic test infrastructure in the United States. Our team builds turn-key test facility systems that includes all tasks related to analysis, design, construction, commissioning, and operations. In addition, we support the operation of major US Government hypersonic facilities by providing an experienced and specialized technical team who thrive on the challenge of cutting-edge technology in a constantly changing industry landscape. We are expanding our Hypersonics Team and are looking for a experienced Mechanical Engineer to join us. Our Mechanical Engineers are responsible for providing mechanical and structural design and analysis services for wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test projects. This is a diverse role that includes designing and validating predominantly custom one-off equipment and components for new tunnel facilities as well as major capability upgrades to existing facilities. Every single thing we do with our customers and employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values surrounding inclusiveness, accountability and innovation. Do you have what it takes to Be North Wind? Responsibilities Design - Design and develop mechanical subsystems. The mechanical subsystems include welded steel structures, pressure vessels, piping systems, simple and complex mechanisms, rotating equipment, and process equipment (pneumatic, hydraulic, fuel, and cooling water). Work collaboratively with Designers to prepare drawings and bills of material for internal release or work with sub-contracts to construct a procurement specification when components our outsourced. Analysis - FEA analysis and calculations for substantiation of mechanical subsystems to assure compliance with self-derived and customer requirements. Document & Present - Document and present work in accordance with quality and customer requirements. Prepare design criteria, calculation packages, procurement specifications, technical reports, design verification & validation plans. Participate and lead internal and customer design reviews. Support - Provides guidance to fabrication, procurement, assembly and installation teams. Assists with vendor selection, subcontractor quality assurance, site surveys, equipment installation and commissioning. Budget and Schedule Management - Effectively time manage and communicate resource usage to ensure projects stay within schedule and on budget. Coordinate with Project Manager, Systems Engineer and other disciplines to ensure cohesiveness. Quote - Assist in developing proposals for future work. Develop concepts, cost estimates, and proposal write-ups in cooperation with the Marketing department. Preferred Education / Experience: • Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from accredited university. • 5+ years of practical work experience in design engineering, systems engineering, or similar roles with large industrial equipment or facilities; • A combination of education and experience equivalent to above. • To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government. Preferred Knowledge / Ability: • Must be a self-starter, able to work on multiple projects, and prioritize workload. • Design & analysis experience of welded steel structures. • Design & analysis experience of fluid packages or process equipment (valves, filters, pumps, instruments, etc. for pneumatic, hydraulic, fuel, and/or cooling water systems). • Experience with 3D CAD modeling. SolidWorks experience preferred. • Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis. ANSYS experience preferred. • General knowledge of fabrication methods including forming, welding, machining, and additive manufacturing. • Demonstrated interpersonal skills and positive attitude. • Able to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team. • Ability to travel domestically and internationally. Travel typically is less than 15%. • Bonus Knowledge (nice to have): • Prior wind tunnel or other aerospace design experience. • Design & analysis experience of pressure vessels & piping systems in accordance with code requirements (e.g. ASME BPVC, B31.3, PED, etc.). • Design & analysis experience with high temperature environments (>2000°F / >1365K) which includes transient heat transfer analysis, liquid and air-cooling methods, high temperature materials (e.g. super alloys, ceramics, etc.) and coatings (e.g. thermal barrier coatings). • Familiarity with GD&T. • Familiarity with risk assessments (e.g. FMEA, Safety Risk Assessments, HAZOP analysis, etc.). • Basic understanding of subsonic, supersonic and hypersonic aerodynamics
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in St. Paul, MN typically begins with specialized training and education, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Training programs last about one to two years, requiring extensive hands-on training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 9,566 wind energy jobs nationwide, with a projected growth of 60% by 2033. Wind energy technicians in St. Paul, MN earn an average of $2,590 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $61,770 annually. Educational institutions, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training offer comprehensive training programs, leading to a career with strong earning potential and significant growth opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
