How to apply for Senior Engineer - Wind

About Braun Intertec Corporation

Braun Intertec Corporation is an employee-owned firm that uniquely combines geotechnical engineering expertise with a strong commitment to workplace wellness and environmental sustainability. As an employee-owned company, you'd have a direct stake in the firm's success while contributing to projects that enhance infrastructure integrity. Their focus on both technical excellence and human-centered values makes them stand out in the engineering consulting field.

About the role

This Senior Engineer - Wind position involves leading geotechnical engineering projects specifically for wind energy developments, from proposal development through project management and client relations. You'll be responsible for managing moderate to complex wind sector projects while mentoring junior engineers. This role is impactful because you'll directly contribute to renewable energy infrastructure while developing the next generation of wind geotechnical specialists.

A typical day

A typical day might involve reviewing geotechnical data from wind farm site investigations in the morning, then developing proposal language for a new wind project. Afternoon could include mentoring a junior engineer on foundation design calculations and participating in a client call to discuss project timelines and deliverables, all while managing project budgets and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Who Braun Intertec Corporation is looking for

• Has 5+ years of specific wind geotechnical engineering experience, not just general geotechnical work
• Holds a Professional Engineer license with demonstrated ability or willingness to obtain multi-state licensure
• Can demonstrate experience developing scopes of work and proposals for wind energy projects
• Possesses both strong analytical skills for technical work and excellent communication skills for client-facing activities and mentoring

Tips for this application

• Quantify your wind geotechnical experience - specify the number of wind projects, turbine types, and project scales you've worked on
• Highlight any multi-state licensing you already hold or your strategy for obtaining additional state licenses
• Mention specific wind sector clients or projects you've worked with to show industry familiarity
• Include examples of mentoring junior engineers or leading project teams in your resume
• Reference Braun Intertec's employee-owned structure and sustainability focus in your application materials

What to cover in your cover letter

['Your specific wind geotechnical project experience and how it prepares you for their wind sector focus', 'Examples of successfully managing project scope, schedule, and budget for engineering projects', 'Your approach to mentoring junior staff and developing technical guidance', "Why Braun Intertec's employee-owned model and sustainability values resonate with you personally"]

Research before applying

• Braun Intertec's specific wind energy projects and clients mentioned on their website or in case studies
• The employee-owned structure and how it differs from traditional corporate models
• Their workplace wellness initiatives and environmental sustainability commitments
• Recent wind energy developments in Texas and surrounding states where multi-state licensing would be valuable

Likely interview topics

Based on the job description, expect questions about:

• Walk us through your experience with a complex wind geotechnical project from proposal to completion
• How have you mentored junior engineers in geotechnical analysis or field work?
• Describe your process for developing scopes of work and proposals for wind energy clients
• What strategies would you use to obtain Professional Engineer licenses in additional states?
• How do you balance technical project management with client relationship development?

Common mistakes to avoid

• Applying with only general geotechnical experience without highlighting specific wind sector projects
• Not addressing the multi-state licensing requirement or showing willingness to obtain additional licenses
• Focusing only on technical skills without demonstrating client-facing or mentoring experience