Meteorologist

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most – from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. Our team of over 2,300 experts and 59 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong. 

We are looking for a Meteorologist to join our XBU Speedwell team at Vaisala in Charleston, South Carolina. This is an on-site poisition. 

Why we need you

We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated, forward thinking, and excited to be part of an emerging industry.  Our team is small, but passionate, knowledgeable, and eager to make a difference. Employees are given the opportunity to thrive and take on new challenges in accordance with their skills and interests. The ideal candidate will bring new skills and knowledge to the team while looking to build upon what has been accomplished.

This position represents a tremendous opportunity for someone looking to work with industry experts on cutting edge projects. The candidate will work as part of the Speedwell Climate Data Team and the Speedwell Settlement Services team. As part of a small team, daily efforts will involve a wide range of activities; operational data processing, responding to client requests, project specific data analysis, product deliveries, and research and development.

Job Role:

The candidate will assist with team activities. Specific responsibilities will depend upon the individual’s skillset, corporate needs, and the candidate’s passion.

Responsibilities will include the following:

• Operational data quality control
• Data certification for financial contract settlement
• Client support
• Product / data preparation and delivery
• Research and development

Required Skills/Experience

• Degree in meteorology (or related science) and/or industry experience
• Experience working with meteorological / environmental observations
• Background in statistics
• The individual is expected to have good communication (written and oral) skills.
• Ability to work in a small team using your own initiative

Desirable Skills/Experience –

• Masters degree in Meteorology
• Experience with ArcGIS for data visualization
• Experience using programming/scripting languages or software to handle common file types used in meteorological data sets (grib, NetCDF, csv, etc.)
• Foreign language skills (specifically Spanish)
• Experience working with and installing meteorological instrumentation
• Ability to focus on detail and see the work through to the end
• Experience with the insurance / finance industry or weather risk management
• Working knowledge of 1 or more programming/scripting languages: Python, FORTRAN, MATLAB,R.

We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated, forward thinking, and excited to be part of an emerging industry.  Our team is small, but passionate, knowledgeable, and eager to make a difference. At Speedwell employees are given the opportunity to thrive and take on new challenges in accordance with their skills and interests. The ideal candidate will bring new skills and knowledge to the team while looking to build upon what has been accomplished.

Ready to take every measure for the climate? Apply at the latest on Janurary 20th, 2025, via the application form.

Our Vaisala solutions contribute to societies and people’s lives in over 150 countries – and can even be found in space. With our technological innovations for measuring weather, environmental and industrial conditions, we have a key role in solving the grand social and environmental challenges of our time. We offer you a career with a clear purpose and a chance to create observations for a better world.  We take pride in being pioneers who strive to bring about positive changes in both the society and environment, and our work is not done yet. Take advantage of this opportunity and join our team to make a difference!

What we offer:

Our benefits package includes: health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company paid life, long and short term disability, 401(K) plan with company match, a variety of voluntary benefits programs, fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer holiday pay and a generous paid time off plan.

To be considered for this position you must currently be eligible to work in the U.S. Vaisala participates in the E-Verify employment verification system. Candidates are subject to a complete background check prior to an offer being extended.  As a federal contractor, Vaisala reserves the right to enforce government mandated vaccination requirements for its employees.

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Vaisala is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legal protected status.

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Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. As a government contractor, Vaisala complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the Act), which is a law that prohibits federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating in employment against individuals with disabilities and requires employers take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote, and retain these individuals.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please contact Human Resources by phone at 303-499-1701 or by email at ushr@vaisala.com. Please note that you can easily submit application by attaching your LinkedIn profile in the recruitment tool (LinkedIn Apply functionality).