Development Engineer - Internal Flow and Heat Transfer (m/f/d)

ENERCON - Sweden; Aurich; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Mobile work 50%

30 days leave

Flexible hours

Childcare support

EV charging on site

Cafeteria lunches

ENERCON Academy training

Company pension plan

Private disability insurance

Zusammenfassung

ENERCON is seeking a Development Engineer focusing on internal flow and heat transfer in Niedersachsen. You will drive CFD-based thermal simulations for wind turbine components, validate results with measurements, and develop optimized cooling and airflow concepts across cross-functional teams.

Requires 5+ years on a related field with OpenFOAM, Python, and Git/SVN, plus proven leadership and mentoring abilities.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Process Engineering, Physics, or a comparable field (Dipl.-Ing. or M.Sc.), with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a PhD.
• Experience in CFD simulations of internal flow and heat transfer using OpenFOAM, as well as in the development of cooling concepts for e-nacelles, generators, electrical cabinets, and other components.
• Programming skills in Python and experience with version control systems (Git, SVN).
• Proven track record in technical project leadership or work package leadership within wind turbine component projects or in technology, methodology, or tool development.
• Ability to solve technical challenges quickly and efficiently.
• Willingness to drive technology development for alternative drivetrain systems.
• A strong team player who naturally leads, mentors, and shares knowledge with team members and stakeholders, supported by excellent communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Further develop the toolchain for thermal simulations and perform CFD analyses of relevant generator, e-nacelle, and other wind turbine components using CFD within the product development process.
• Validate simulation processes using measurement data.
• Develop concepts and recommendations for optimized airflow management and thermal management.
• Develop parametric models of wind turbine components, such as LVD cabinets, CBS cabinets, generators, and related systems.
• Build surrogate models for specific wind turbine components.
• Lead cross-functional, product-related technology development projects.

Kenntnisse

CFD simulations

OpenFOAM

Python programming

Project leadership

Team collaboration / communication

Ausbildung

Dipl.-Ing./M.Sc. in Mechanical/Aerospace/Physics

Tools

Git

SVN

Jobbeschreibung

ENERCON has been one of the technology leaders in the wind power sector for 40 years. As the first manufacturer of wind turbines, the company used a gearless drive concept that is a characteristic of all ENERCON wind turbines. ENERCON is also at the forefront in other areas, such as rotor blade design, control technology, grid connection technology, and with its wide range of technological new developments, proves its innovative strength time and again.

Development Engineer - Internal Flow and Heat Transfer (m/f/d)

Innovative ideas are the hallmark of our successes and move us on. We are passionate about realizing wind energy projects across the globe and meeting tomorrow's energy technology challenges. You and your engagement can make a contribution to shape the future of renewable energies.

This position is classified as Core Job Engineer IV and assigned to Pay Grade 7.

Your Responsibilities

• Further develop the toolchain for thermal simulations and perform thermal simulations of relevant generator, e-nacelle, and other wind turbine components using CFD within the product development process.
• Validate simulation processes using measurement data.
• Develop concepts and recommendations for optimized airflow management and thermal management.
• Develop parametric models of wind turbine components, such as LVD cabinets, CBS cabinets, generators, and related systems.
• Build surrogate models for specific wind turbine components.
• Lead cross-functional, product-related technology development projects.

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Process Engineering, Physics, or a comparable field (Dipl.-Ing. or M.Sc.), with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a PhD.
• Experience in CFD simulations of internal flow and heat transfer using OpenFOAM, as well as in the development of cooling concepts for e-nacelles, generators, electrical cabinets, and other components.
• Programming skills in Python and experience with version control systems (Git, SVN).
• Proven track record in technical project leadership or work package leadership within wind turbine component projects or in technology, methodology, or tool development.
• Ability to solve technical challenges quickly and efficiently.
• Willingness to drive technology development for alternative drivetrain systems.
• A strong team player who naturally leads, mentors, and shares knowledge with team members and stakeholders, supported by excellent communication skills.

Your Benefits

• Currently, the possibility of up to 50% mobile working.
• 30 days of paid annual leave.
• Flexible working hours through various working time models.
• Access to childcare services at the Wirbelwind Daycare Center.
• Ample parking facilities and a selection of electric vehicle charging stations on company premises.
• A variety of lunch options available in the company cafeteria.
• Internal and external training and development opportunities through the ENERCON Academy.
• Comprehensive company pension scheme support.
• Private disability insurance at special employee rates.
• Exciting and diverse responsibilities in the growing green energy sector of wind power.

Contact Details

Meike Lübben

[e-mail]

(DEU (+49)) [phone]

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