Travel MCE Technician - Northwest

02 March 2026

Olympia, WA, US

As a Major Component Exchange/Repair Technician, you’ll be at the forefront of specialized wind turbine repair and optimization. Traveling to sites across the region, you’ll lead or support major component exchanges – ensuring minimal downtime and peak turbine performance. With your previous experience in wind energy, you’ll bring precision and expertise to every gearbox, generator, and retrofit you touch. Your work helps keep turbines turning and communities powered.

• Ensure safety for everyone involved: conduct risk assessments, identify potential hazards, implement protective measures, and adhere to safety regulations.
• Perform major component exchanges including gearboxes, generators, and other critical systems.
• Execute maintenance, minor to medium repairs, design modifications, retrofits, and special projects following established procedures.
• Travel extensively to support turbine operations across multiple platforms and site conditions.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain a secure working environment.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of turbine platforms, site conditions, and team environments—ideal for technicians who thrive on variety and continuous learning.

• Prioritize safety above all else, proactively identifying hazards and taking immediate action to prevent incidents.
• Preferred wind turbine experience with hands‑on MCE work.
• Minimum one year of wind technician experience, or six months wind technician experience with a Wind Technician certificate/education, or two years of transferrable mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic experience.
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting and executing major repairs on various platforms.
• Comfortable with 100% travel and working in varied site conditions.
• A collaborative technician who thrives on solving complex challenges.
• Physically fit, comfortable working in various conditions, and at heights.
• Ability to speak, read and follow instructions in English.
• High school diploma (or equivalent), valid driver’s license, and legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Vestas invests in your growth, providing access to comprehensive training programs and certifications like GWO Safety & Technical Training. You’ll also receive all necessary PPE and equipment to perform safely.

We believe that when you thrive, we all thrive. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package. By joining our community, you take part in an international company that focuses on your safety, support, and growth, and we pledge to be with you at every turn.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Opportunities for career progression and pay‑for‑certification growth.
• 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• An established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace.

We offer attractive pay packages, performance bonuses, and opportunities to support your professional development. The base pay salary range for this position is $27.43–$33.43/hr, with potential for additional variable compensation. Pay will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

At Vestas, we’re not just offering you a job, but an opportunity to elevate your career. If you’re equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider yourself already one step ahead! To show our appreciation for the expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD sign‑on bonus.

* Eligibility requirements apply, speak with a Vestas representative for more details.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are met by an employee, to effectively perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable team members with disabilities to perform the essential…