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Wind Resource Assessment Engineer

Remote from Spain·Full-time·Added 10 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Quest Global

77 open roles

Our summary

Work mode
Remote from Spain
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, meal vouchers

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energies, Energy Engineering, Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology, or related disciplines.
  • Knowledge of wind measurement systems such as meteorological masts, LiDAR, and SCADA systems.
  • Experience in analysis, quality control, and validation of wind data.
  • Knowledge of horizontal and vertical extrapolation, long-term correlation, and wind flow modeling.
  • Good knowledge of AEP calculations, uncertainties, and energy losses.
  • Experience in wind farm design, wind turbine coordinates, and wind resource visualization.
  • Knowledge of curtailment methodologies and their impact on energy production.
  • Experience in preparing technical reports and project documentation.
  • Experience in automated testing and/or data processing workflows.
  • High level of English.

Nice to have

  • Experience with WRA/AEP software tools and wind industry databases.
  • Experience in programming or scripting with Python, MATLAB, R, or similar tools.
  • Knowledge of the IEC 61400-1 standard and GL guidelines.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, WAsP (Wind Atlas Analysis and Application Program), WindPRO, WindFarmer, Flex5, or other equivalent tools.
  • Experience working with GIS, maps, and spatial wind resource data.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Quest Global is a place where we value curiosity, authenticity, and the talent of every individual.

We believe that the diverse experiences and backgrounds of our team bring us unique perspectives, which is why, in your workplace, you will be able to unleash your creativity, explore possibilities, propose ideas that are heard and valued, and grow both professionally and personally.

  • Individual development plan and mentoring programs: company-funded technical training and certifications. Access to different learning platforms with more than 7,000 courses and language training based on the needs of the position.
  • A day off for your birthday, plus 23 working days of annual vacation, and December 24th and 31st as non-working days.
  • Work-life balance plans, flexible working hours, and a remote work policy depending on the project and the characteristics of the role.
  • Access to telemedicine and medical check-ups through an app, as well as other benefits such as mental health support or completely free exercise programs.
  • Flexible compensation plan: private health insurance, restaurant tickets, transport tickets, childcare voucher, and care ticket for dependent relatives.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility committee and employee resource groups (ERGs) to promote professional development in equality and diversity. Programs to promote women in STEM careers and charitable initiatives focused on children.
  • Team activities: sports, team-building, emotional management, and the annual Quest Global Fest.

The role

What you'll do

  • Wind resource assessment: using meteorological masts (met mast), LiDAR, and other available wind data sources. Analyze wind speed and direction, turbulence, wind shear, air density, and other relevant characteristics.
  • Perform technical assessments of wind-related risks for wind farm projects.
  • Prepare, maintain, and review WRA files and project databases.
  • Create WFFs using multiple Horizontal Extrapolation (HE) scenarios and relevant wind resource data.
  • Evaluate and compare different horizontal extrapolation scenarios and their impact on wind farm performance.
  • Perform and/or support Annual Energy Production (AEP) assessments.
  • Support the automation and standardization of wind resource assessment (WRA) processes.
  • Validate calculations, reports, and results generated in WRA studies.

Job Requirements

Would you like to help us solve the biggest engineering challenges?

Hiring process

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  2. Shortlisting

  3. Assessment

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  4. Interview

    One or more interviews, which may include behavioural, technical and cultural assessments.

  5. Decision

Hiring process

If you are a curious person, the kind who is not satisfied with just one piece of the puzzle, apply for this position. We would love to meet you!

About Quest Global

Quest Global is a global engineering and technology services company headquartered in Singapore. It provides end-to-end engineering solutions across the product lifecycle, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and public sector. With over 12,900 employees worldwide, the company operates as a key partner for major OEMs and government agencies, delivering services from design and engineering to digital transformation and managed services.

In Spain, Quest Global has a significant presence, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and is actively hiring for a wide range of engineering and technical roles, including positions in aerospace, automotive, IT, and public procurement. The company's work culture is project-based and international, making it a relevant option for international professionals with engineering backgrounds. They offer roles in Spanish and English, and the Spanish offices are integrated into their global delivery model, providing opportunities for cross-border collaboration and career development.

Industry
Engineering Services
Founded
1997
Employees
10,000–15,000
Headquarters
Singapore, Singapore
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Quest Global has a global delivery model, meaning engineers in Spain often work with international teams and may have opportunities for short-term assignments abroad.
  • The company hires in both Spanish and English, and many roles in Spain do not require Spanish fluency, making it accessible for international candidates.
  • Spain offices are part of a global network, so there is potential for internal mobility to other countries.
  • The company offers a structured career path with roles ranging from junior engineering positions to technical leadership roles.
  • The company is a major supplier to the aerospace and automotive industries, which are strong sectors in Spain, offering stable project pipelines.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Quest Global, we develop engineering and technology solutions across the entire product lifecycle, enabling our clients to tackle the major challenges they face in the aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, high-tech, rail, and semiconductor sectors. We are more than 23,000 people in 20 countries, passionate about innovation and committed to making the world a better place, pushing the limits every day to make possible what, at first glance, seemed impossible.

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