Electrical Wind Turbine Technician (Germany, EU Citizens, English-Speaking)

Kats Recruitment; Hamburg; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A renewable energy service provider in Germany is seeking experienced Electrical Wind Turbine Technicians to support onshore wind farms, primarily on GE turbines. Responsibilities include performing maintenance and troubleshooting, with all travel and accommodation arranged. Ideal candidates will have essential experience with converters and a background in wind turbine technology. Competitive hourly rates and benefits offered, including flexible rotations and annual leave progression.

Leistungen

Gym membership

Bicycle leasing program

Discount platform

German pension system enrolment

Daily allowances for travel

Qualifikationen

• Direct experience with converters and 400V motor-to-grid connections is essential.
• Proven background as a Wind Turbine Technician, preferably with GE platforms.
• Eligibility to work freely in Germany (EU citizenship).

Aufgaben

• Perform maintenance on GE wind turbines and occasional Enercon work.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/control system faults.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and replacement of components.

Kenntnisse

Experience with converters

Blade angle alignment

Connecting 400V motors to the grid

Proficiency in English

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Ausbildung

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Electrician

Mechatronics

Jobbeschreibung

About The Job

We are seeking experienced Electrical Wind Turbine Technicians with direct hands-on experience in converters, blade angle alignments, and connecting 400V motors to the grid.

This role is focused on supporting onshore wind farms across Germany, primarily on GE turbines (8085% of fleet).

You will join a specialist electrical service team working on preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, while gaining exposure to one of Europes most dynamic renewable energy service providers.

Travel, accommodation, and rotations are fully supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on GE wind turbines (occasional Enercon work).
• Carry out converter work, blade angle alignments, and grid connection of 400V motors.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/control system faults; support mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and component replacements.
• Work safely on high-voltage and low-voltage systems, following all HSE procedures.
• Accurately document all work in company and OEM systems.

Requirements Of The Job

• Direct experience with converters, blade angle alignment, and 400V motor-to-grid connections (non-negotiable).
• Proven background as a Wind Turbine Technician (GE platforms strongly preferred).
• Recognized technical/electrical qualifications (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Industrial Electrician, Mechatronics).
• Flexibility to travel across Germany, working at heights and in variable weather conditions.
• European Union (EU) citizenship (eligible to work freely in Germany).
• Proficiency in English (German a plus, not required).

What The Job Offers

• Hourly rate: 23-27/h gross depending on experience and qualifications.
• Flexible rotations (3 weeks in Germany/1 week at home, 4/2, or 6/2).
• Hotels arranged and paid.
• Annual leave progression: Year 1: 26 days Year 2: 28 days Year 3+: 30 days.
• Annual performance bonus (paid last 3 years).
• Perks: nationwide gym membership, bicycle leasing program, discount platform (electronics, travel, etc., German pension system enrolment).
• Daily allowance: 28/day tax-free when overnighting on site and 14/day when no overnight stay is required.

Why Join Our Client?

• Strong focus on GE platforms sharpening your GE expertise.
• Work in a fully supported English-speaking environment.
• Centralized logistics and travel support for smooth operations.
• Be part of a growing company with a proven reputation in European wind.