Internship Turbine Loads
About the Role
Location Spain Madrid Madrid Remote vs. Office Office/Site only Company Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Innovation & Technology, Organization Wind Power Business Unit Technology Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Early Professional
A Snapshot of Your Day
As an intern in Turbine Loads, your day involves defining and modifying wind turbine models for aeroelastic calculations, performing simulations with codes like BHawC, and analyzing loads to optimize performance. You´ll collaborate with various departments to enhance design efficiency while engaging in research and development of new technologies in the renewable energy sector.
We are looking for a self-driven Intern to support our Loads Design & Validation Department in Madrid.
How You’ll Make an Impact
1. Define and modify wind turbine models for aeroelastic calculations.
2. Perform simulations under various design conditions using aeroelastic codes like BHawC.
3. Preprocess and postprocess results ensure accuracy and reliability.
4. Analyze loads and dynamics of wind turbines to optimize performance.
5. Collaborate with control and component departments to enhance design efficiency.
6. Engage in the development and research of new technologies for wind turbine design and validation, while supporting critical problem-solving and methods development.
What You Bring
A passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to own the change. We are also looking for…
7. Recently graduated Engineer in Aeronautics, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or in the final stages of a master’s Thesis or PhD.
8. Knowledge in aerodynamics, structural design, structural dynamics, or control systems.
9. Additional training in wind energy, such as wind turbine aerodynamics and performance, or wind resource studies.
10. Familiarity with wind turbine design standards like IEC61400-1 or DNVGL is a plus.
11. Experience in wind turbine load analysis using programs like GH Bladed, FLEX5, FAST, or similar is desirable.
12. Strong initiative, analytical skills, self-motivation, willingness to learn, emotional intelligence, and ability to work collaboratively in a team. Fluent English B2+, both spoken and written; Spanish is a plus.
Who is Siemens Gamesa?
Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking talented individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by multiple nationalities. We celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
Rewards/Benefits
13. Work-life balance: Flexible working time,
14. Local benefits such as meal allowance, flexible plan and much more
15. Self-driven development framework with insights and resources to develop and grow on technical and soft skills.
16. Continuous learning International and cross Business Units
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