Position Description:
The Senior Atmospheric Scientist position, located at the WindLogics Sciences Center in Grand Rapids, MN, is responsible for assisting the Chief Scientist in defining and implementing the WindLogics science-based technology and continuing to enhance the company’s modeling and scientific analysis core competencies. This position works closely with the Chief Scientist to develop and test both new and improved product / process development activities in the Grand Rapids science office, as well as providing support to the wind energy production and forecasting staff on science-related project issues.

Principal Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Test and implement solutions based on weather and flow modeling for use in wind characterization and predictive systems for wind energy and other applications. Apply expert knowledge to model design, feasibility analysis of projects / products, quantitative assessment of the benefits from each project / product, and communicate results to staff and customers.
  • Design and build predictive models based on the latest technologies including support vector machines, pattern recognition, artificial intelligence, and statistical modeling for various applications.
  • Develop conceptual designs and presentations and be able to work independently on modeling projects or as a part of a group of scientists on projects.
  • Conduct and participate in needs assessments at various client facilities and work closely with clients to determine the best environmental information modeling and analysis systems to implement.
  • Responsible for carrying out the research required by the company to maintain and expand its technical leadership in the wind market. Identify new technologies to pursue and potential market opportunities for the company to consider. Serve as the project lead scientist for a variety of projects including wind assessment studies, wind integration studies, R&D projects, and forecast system development.
  • Stay current with the latest developments in atmospheric sciences and related fields by way of scientific journals, publications, and attending meetings.
  • Communicate WindLogics scientific developments (when appropriate) to the wind energy, military weather, or air pollution communities by way of presentations at scientific or trade meetings.

Experience Required:

  • MS or Ph.D. in Meteorology, Physics, or related fields.
  • Minimum 5 years experience in data analysis, physics-based and statistical modeling applied to real world problems.
  • Familiarity with the latest modeling techniques and tools. Successful track record in defining and implementing new solutions in software and strong problem solving skills.
  • Working knowledge of UNIX, Linux, Windows and various programming languages.
  • Must have excellent communication skills, including strong written and oral abilities and have a pleasant disposition with interpersonal relations.
  • Experience in writing successful proposals and publishing / presenting scientific findings.
  • Working knowledge of software modeling architecture and algorithm development as well as the emerging applications within the geosciences.
  • Must be independent, self-motivated, self-managed person with ability to focus on multiple projects and activities simultaneously. Motivated by high-quality contribution to a fast growing company. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.