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At ul, we know why we come to work.: thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable placeScience is in our dna; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truthWe 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 excellenceUl stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive changeSatisfying? yesExciting? absolutely!
As more grid-connected renewable energy projects are developed, power companies and grid operators/regulators increasingly recognize the need for accurate and timely renewable generation forecasts.
Ul is seeking a scientific programmer/meteorologist to join the company’s grid solutions business unit to support the renewable energy forecasting operations groupYou will become part of a dynamic team environment striving to enable a sustainable futureYour focus will be to maintain and enhance ul’s renewable energy forecasting servicesWhat youâll learn & achieve:: you will be expected to write, maintain, and advance software applications in support of operational forecasting systems within a real-time 24x7 data delivery environmentExamples of applications supported by this position may include, but are not limited to: automated exchange mechanisms (e.g., apis, sftp, etc.) for high temporal resolution data, sophisticated data quality control processes, data accuracy evaluation and analysis, processing large numerical weather prediction datasets into innovative products, and data extraction, storage, and archiving processes.
Specific job duties for the successful candidate will be determined based on expertise, interest, and team needs but may include some or all of the following:
Interact with a team of meteorologists and programmers to develop and implement accurate and efficient approaches to operational forecasting for a variety of weather-sensitive applications
Create, modify, and maintain software programs to aid in the accuracy, functionality, and usability of operational forecasting systems
Monitor forecasted and observed weather conditions to identify hazards that may have critical impacts on client operations
Work independently and as part of a team to complete tasks and assist with larger project initiatives
Manage task or project risks and take corrective action when required
Integrate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job
Other duties as directed
What makes you a great fit:: you will possess strong programming skills, have a background in a physical science (such as meteorology) or engineering discipline, and be experienced in working with real-world meteorological and/or energy systems dataProspective candidates will be expected to have a strong professional and/or educational record with demonstrable competency in scientific programming logicOther essential qualities include:
Exceptional organizational skills to drive success in a complex matrix environment
Ability to effectively balance multiple projects and priorities from a range of stakeholders
Strong communication (spoken and written) and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Detailed-oriented nature
Strong work ethic
What makes you a great fit?
You have a passion for scientific programming and the renewable energy or meteorology sectors
You are interested in joining a highly technical team of meteorologists, software developers, engineers, and it professionals providing industry best services across the globe
Professional and/or academic programming experience within a linux environment using at least one high-level language (python preferred)
Bachelor’s degree in a physical science (such as meteorology), engineering, or related field from an accredited university
0-5 years professional experience (hire level will be determined based on experience)
Customer-centric mindset and excellent verbal and written communication skills
Technical skills that are desired, but not required, include:
Database management experience using a relational database management system such as mysql or postgresql
Programming experience with multiple languages, such as fortran, java, c/c++, perl, etc.
Experience with numerical weather prediction models, such as wrf
Experience interacting with non-technical stakeholders on complex technical topics
Occasional after-hours support may be requiredWhat youâll experience working at ul::
Mission: for ul, corporate and social responsibility isn’t newMaking the world a safer, more secure, and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply ingrained in everything we do.
People: ask any ul employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” going beyond what is possible is the standard at ulWe’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
Interesting work: every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers createWe’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work, and playAnd as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
Grow & achieve: we learn, work, and grow together with targeted development, reward, and recognition programs as well as our very own ul university that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
Learn more::
Working at ul is an exciting journey that twists and turns dailyWe thrive in the twists and revel in the turnsThis is our every dayThis is our normal.
Curious? to learn more about us and the work we do, visit https://aws-dewi.ul.com/services/forecasting-grid-integration/
We look forward to receiving your application!
