Chief Engineer - Wind Turbine Technology

RWE AG; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 100.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading energy company based in Germany is looking for an Offshore Global Chief Engineer in Wind Turbine Technology. This role involves managing global technical authority for wind turbine systems, guiding strategic decisions, and developing talent within the discipline. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, an advanced degree in Wind Turbine Engineering, and proficiency in English. This is a full-time, permanent position with a focus on innovation and effective project delivery.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in Offshore Wind technology.
• Experience in managing complex projects and supervising junior colleagues.
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.

Aufgaben

• Manage global wind turbine engineering discipline and provide strategic guidance.
• Serve as principal advisor to the executive team on technical matters.
• Promote innovation to optimize project outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Team Leadership

Performance Orientation

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Ausbildung

Master’s Degree in Wind Turbine Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

As the Offshore Global Chief Engineer - Wind Turbine Technology, you will hold a pivotal role, serving as highest technical authority within the organisation for wind turbine systems. You will define and execute the global turbine engineering strategy, set technical standards across the full project lifecycle, make complex technical decisions which add value to the business and set industry benchmarks. This role combines strategic vision with deep technical knowledge, enabling you to guide the advancement of offshore wind engineering while acting as a key advisor to senior leadership. Competency development, best practice sharing and standardisation in the respective discipline Wind Turbine Engineering will be a key task of this role combined with establishing an internal and external network collaborating with the industry and serving as external representation for.

About the role

• Global Technical Authority: Manage the wind turbine engineering discipline globally, providing strategic guidance, technical oversight, and escalation support across all project phases
• Executive Advisory: Serve as a principal technical advisor to the executive team, shaping strategic decisions and long-term technology investments
• Standardisation & Governance: Define and enforce global engineering standards, specifications, and procedures aligned with safety, innovation, and business objectives
• Innovation Leadership: Promote advanced technical solutions and innovation initiatives to optimise LCOE and enhance competitive advantage
• Talent Development: Own the technical career path (TCP) for wind turbine engineering, mentoring senior engineers and guiding technical leadership development
• Industry Contribution: Represent the company in external forums, shaping industry standards and improving our reputation for engineering excellence
• Cross-Functional Integration: Functionally lead a team of turbine lead experts supporting Development, Construction, and Operations, ensuring technical consistency and delivery excellence
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate on innovation initiatives with internal R&D teams and external partners, enhancing project outcomes and operational performance

Job requirements and experience

• University / Postgraduate (Master’s Degree) or bachelor’s degree in combination with completed vocational training in the Wind Turbine Engineering area
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in respective technical discipline
• Experience considered Advantageous: Planning and managing delivery of complex projects; Supervision and / or coaching junior colleagues
• Profound strategic understanding of the Offshore Wind business and the related technology developments related to the discipline Wind Turbine Engineering
• Ability to analyse, understand and solve complex technical issues
• Subject matter specialist with an in-depth understanding of current and emerging technologies, external regulation, and industry best practices
• Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis
• Business fluent English language skills

Your leadership skills

• Team Leadership: Ability to lead, inspire, manage and delegate effectively
• People Development: Ability to develop themselves and their people to their full potential
• Performance Orientation: Self-motivated to enhance the business, increase performance and deliver results
• Strategic thinking: Cultivate expansion to grow the business
• Continuous Improvement: Constantly optimizing the business
• Integration Management: Ability to lead teams through change processes
• Working Together: Ability to collaborate globally in cross functional teams
• Communication skills: Ability to effectively communicate internally & externally
• Open mindset: Self-reflective personality, able to learn and act on feedback
• Practical approach: Involving a pragmatic and fact focused attitude

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