Wind Blade Repair Deployment Leader

Job Description Summary The Blade Repair Deployment Leader will lead and support the development and deployment of new blade repair technologies and tooling for our global Wind Service OM&U Business. They will also lead lean efforts for new and existing processes/capabilities to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. Job Description Essential Responsibilities As the Services Blade Repair Deployment Leader, you will: • Be the primary liaison between the Global Wind Services OM&U (Operations, Tooling Centers, EHS) and Wind Engineering (Blade Repairs, Systems Engineering, ARC, Repair & Installation Technology, Product Line, FPM) in the areas of Blade Repair programs • Lead Global Validations & Beta Period of tooling/process products by working with Wind Engineering, Product Line, Regional Execution Teams, EHS and etc. to ensure timely and realistic trials; this will include the establishment of validation teams, identification of site / location, logistics, work instructions, execution and data collection / report outs • Lead and complete action plan following tool/process validations as well as lead continuous improvements as new feedback is received to meet all CTQs • Establish global training requirements & strategy for new products; this will include building a curriculum, creating training levels, leading training sessions globally, & any additional knowledge transfer of use, handling, and maintenance of Blade Repair products • Lead full operational deployment to include cost/benefit alignment, procurement planning, logistics requirements, team requisites, maintenance/spare part protocols/execution plans, creation/execution of training plans and optimized regional operation strategies for the product/process • Provide technical direction when required to include off-hour remote and on-site support when technical uncertainties and/or as emergent issues arise to ensure the tasks can be completed safely, with quality, and within the standards • Lead continuous improvement/lean efforts for new and existing capabilities to include creation of detailed PSRs, leading Kaizens, and developing/deploying new standards to improve SQDC • Lead and self-develop new processes/repairs solutions and deploy globally Required Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university or college (OR a High School Diploma / GED with relevant working experience in Wind industry) • Ability and willingness to travel 50% of the time, which includes international travel and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies Desired Characteristics • Bachelor s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering from an accredited college or university or equivalent • Wind Service troubleshooting & maintenance hand-on experience • REDP (Renewable Energy Development Program), RELP (Renewable Energy Leadership Program), FEP (Field Engineering Program) graduate (GE Employee's only) • Blade Repair Engineering experience • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems • Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs • Established project management skills • Proficiency in technical writing and process documentation • Project coordination / Change Management / Influencing / Leadership skills • Self-starter and able to work with limited supervision, strong safety conscious • Strong analytical skills • Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team • Lean, Six Sigma certification or equivalent quality certification • Fluency in English (written and spoken) • Valid Class B driver s license Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: Originally posted on Himalayas