Wind Resource & Energy Yield Engineer

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Hiring Remotely in Brazil
Remote or Hybrid
Mid level
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Our mission is to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place.
The Role
Perform wind resource assessments, energy yield analyses, wake and flow modeling, micrositing and layout optimization, uncertainty and loss calculations, IEC 61400-1 site classifications, and support technical due diligence and measurement campaigns. Prepare technical reports in English, review third-party analyses, and engage with clients to support business development and project execution across Latin America.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
At UL Solutions, our Renewables Advisory team helps developers, investors, lenders, and asset owners successfully develop, finance, and operate renewable energy projects worldwide.
Our experts support utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects throughout the project lifecycle, providing independent technical advisory services that help clients reduce risk, improve performance, and make informed investment decisions.
We are looking for an experienced Wind Energy Consultant to join our growing Renewables Advisory team in Brazil. In this role, you will perform wind resource assessments, energy yield analysis, wind farm optimization, and technical due diligence activities for renewable energy projects across Latin America. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support clients in designing high-performing, bankable wind energy projects.
This position follows a hybrid work arrangement, with employees expected to work from the São Paulo office three days per week and remotely two days per week.
Some domestic and international travel may be required to support project execution, site visits, client meetings, and industry events.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Responsibilities
  • Perform wind resource assessments and energy yield analysis
  • Analyze met mast, LiDAR and SoDAR data
  • Conduct long-term wind resource corrections
  • Perform wake effect and wind flow modeling
  • Execute wind farm micrositing and layout optimization
  • Calculate uncertainty and energy losses
  • Conduct IEC 61400-1 site classifications
  • Support technical due diligence activities
  • Review third-party reports and analyses
  • Prepare technical reports in English
  • Support wind measurement campaigns and site verification activities

Commercial / Client Facing Responsibilities
  • Participate in client meetings
  • Support business development discussions
  • Collaborate with sales teams on opportunities
  • Attend industry conferences and events
  • Support prospecting activities in Latin America

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
  • Engineering
  • Atmospheric Sciences
  • Physics
  • Related discipline

Experience
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in:
  • Wind resource assessment
  • Energy yield analysis
  • Wind project development consulting
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Candidates must have hands-on experience working with wind assessment methodologies and industry-standard software.

Examples include:
  • OpenWind
  • Windographer
  • WAsP
  • WindPRO

Important: This is not considered an entry-level position. Candidates should already understand wind resource assessment methodologies and have practical experience performing this type of analysis.
Language
English proficiency sufficient for technical reports and client communication
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)
  • Offshore wind experience
  • Python programming
  • Existing network within the Brazilian wind energy market
  • Existing relationships with wind developers and investors
  • Commercial/business development exposure
  • Experience presenting to clients
  • Technical conference participation
  • Additional years of consulting experience

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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The world is increasingly electrified. From electric vehicles to renewable energy, being part of this team means being at the cutting edge of technology. That means our team is growing; we're investing in new opportunities, new training and new people, so we need people like you to help us answer big questions, redefine how we live and occasionally, blow things up in the name of safety science. Join our team, revolutionize the future of energy and help shape a more sustainable future.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, or related discipline
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in wind resource assessment, energy yield analysis, and wind project development consulting
  • Hands-on experience with industry-standard wind assessment software (OpenWind, Windographer, WAsP, WindPRO)
  • Experience analyzing met mast, LiDAR and SoDAR data and performing long-term wind resource corrections
  • Experience with wake effect and wind flow modeling, micrositing, layout optimization, uncertainty and energy loss calculations
  • Ability to perform IEC 61400-1 site classifications and support technical due diligence and site verification activities
  • English proficiency sufficient for preparing technical reports and client communication
  • Hybrid work in São Paulo office (expected onsite three days per week)
  • Offshore wind experience
  • Python programming
  • Existing network and relationships within the Brazilian wind energy market
  • Commercial/business development exposure and experience presenting to clients
  • Participation in technical conferences and additional consulting experience

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UL Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Incentive pay is positioned as broad-based, with UL stating all employees are eligible for an annual performance bonus across regions. This universal design creates a consistent incentive foundation regardless of role or country.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings are described as strong, featuring a 401(k) with matching up to a total 5% and an additional 4% company retirement contribution after the first year in U.S. materials. Employees also reference access to an employee stock purchase plan in the U.S. and many major operating regions.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage breadth includes medical, dental, and vision with U.S. plans noting the company pays over 75% of medical premiums and offers PPO and HDHP options. Supportive programs like FSAs/HSAs, disability, life insurance, EAP, and mental‑health resources are frequently cited.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
15,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1894

What We Do

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Why Work With Us

Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.

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