Technical Lead Engineer – Mechanical Load Analysis

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities:

Mechanical Load Assessment

Define appropriate simulation strategies for:

o Normal operation

o Fatigue

o Extreme/storm conditions

o Start-up/shutdown

o Fault conditions

o Grid/environmental events

o Site-specific conditions

Analyze complex wind/site conditions and determine their impact on turbine loading.

Wind Sector Management strategies

Identify load-critical turbine configurations and operating conditions.

design implications and engineering recommendations

Technical Review & Engineering Governance

MLA analysis and results

Peer Review Board (PRB)

Review simulation methodology, model assumptions, input data, load cases and acceptance criteria.

Challenge engineering results and provide technically justified recommendations.

MLA reports, load models and certification documentation

certification activities

To be part in ongoing processes & tool developments.

Platform & Configuration Development

new turbine configurations, variants and operating modes

Define validation plans and acceptance criteria for new configurations.

Investigate unexpected loads, model behavior and simulation discrepancies.

root-cause investigations

Provide load requirements/input to new turbine and component designs.

Tools, Methods & Innovation:

MLA methodologies, processes and engineering tools

Drive automation of simulation setup, execution, post-processing and reporting.

Identify opportunities for:

• Digitalization
• Data analytics
• Automated result interpretation
• AI/ML-assisted engineering workflows

Establish engineering best practices and standard methodologies across MLA teams.

Contribute to technology roadmaps and next-generation turbine development.

Leadership:

Provide technical mentoring and coaching to engineers.

Lead technical reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Support project planning, technical risk assessment and resource estimation.

Interface with:

• Turbine design
• Aero
• Structural engineering
• Certification
• Reliability
• Product management
• Project management
• Customers

Represent the MLA function in technical/customer/certification discussions.

Typical Deliverables:

• Approved

  MLA summary reports

• Load models
• Certification reports/documentation
• PRB/independent technical reviews
• Wind Sector Management strategies
• Configuration validation reports
• Technical methodologies and guidelines
• Engineering standards/processes
• Root-cause and technical investigation reports

Required Technical Expertise:

Strong expertise in:

• Wind turbine

  aeroelasticity and dynamics

• Mechanical load analysis
• Fatigue and ultimate load assessment
• Wind turbine design load cases
• Site suitability assessment
• Wind Sector Management
• Turbine control/load interaction
• Structural dynamics
• Load path and component design implications
• IEC 61400-1 and GL guidelines relevant wind turbine certification requirements
• Simulation model development and validation
• Engineering uncertainty and sensitivity assessment

Tools:

Strong experience with relevant:

• Wind turbine aeroelastic/MLA simulation tools
• MATLAB/Simulink
• Python
• Advanced data analytics
• Automation/scripting
• Version control and software development practices
• Experience using Git or equivalent version control systems to support collaborative engineering development.
• Expert knowledge of aeroelastic simulation tools such as Bladed, Flex5, OpenFAST, or HAWC2.
• Working experience ANSYS Workbench, Solid works/UG

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Mechatronics/Structural Engineering or related discipline.

Preferred

• Master's/PhD in:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Wind Energy
• Renewable Energy

Experience

wind turbine loads/aeroelastic simulation/MLA

Communication & Soft Skills:

Communication:

• Clear and concise

  technical writing

  .
• Ability to explain simulation results and engineering conclusions to non-specialists.
• Good verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate assumptions, risks, uncertainties and recommendations clearly.
• Strong documentation discipline.

Collaboration:

• Effective collaboration with global, cross-functional engineering teams.
• Ability to work with

  design, aero, structural, certification and project teams

  .
• Ability to work independently while escalating issues appropriately.

Analytical Thinking:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Ability to identify trend