(Senior) Load Calculation Engineer (m/f/d)

Nordex Group; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Health days and company sports

30 days of vacation

80% subsidy for public transportation

Company pension scheme

Health days and office activities

30 days vacation plus holidays

One global Nordex culture

Job summary

A leading wind energy company in Germany seeks an experienced specialist to contribute to the design of modern wind turbines. You will perform aeroelastic load calculations, conduct stability analyses, and support product development phases. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field, 5+ years of experience, and strong knowledge of aeroelastic simulation tools. This role offers a flexible work model, attractive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in aeroelastic simulation of wind turbines.
• Strong knowledge of aeroelastic software.
• Fluent in English; German and/or Spanish skills preferred.
• Proficient in MATLAB and aeroelastic software.
• Fluent in English; German/Spanish preferred.
• Willing to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform aeroelastic load calculations for wind turbines.
• Conduct stability analyses using specialized tools.
• Develop, validate, and optimize simulation models.
• Support product development from concept to serial verification.
• Prepare technical documentation for certification processes.

Skills

Aeroelastic simulation

MATLAB

Aeroelastic software (Alaska, Bladed, HAWC2, FAST/OpenFAST)

Load calculation to IEC61400-1

Stability analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Physics

Tools

Alaska

Bladed

HAWC2

FAST/OpenFAST

HawcStab2

Job description

This role contributes directly to the safe and reliable design of modern wind turbines. You work closely with experts in aerodynamics, control engineering, structures, and systems engineering. Using advanced simulation tools, you evaluate loads, stability, and structural behavior across different turbine platforms to support robust product development.

YOUR TASKS

• Perform aeroelastic load calculations for wind turbines in accordance with IEC61400‑1
• Conduct stability analyses using tools such as Alaska, Bladed, HAWC2 or FAST/OpenFAST
• Develop, validate, and optimize simulation models for various turbine platforms
• Support product development phases from concept evaluation through prototype design to serial verification
• Prepare technical documentation for certification processes and interface with certification bodies
• Analyze simulation results, identify design‑driving load cases, and provide engineering recommendations
• Develop MATLAB scripts and tools to improve simulation workflows and data processing

YOUR PROFILE

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Physics, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience in aeroelastic simulation of wind turbines or similar functions
• Strong knowledge of aeroelastic software such as Alaska, Bladed, HAWC2 or FAST/OpenFAST
• Experience in wind turbine product development, including load calculation to IEC61400‑1 and certification
• Experience with HawcStab2 or similar stability analysis tools preferred
• Understanding of load requirements for components such as blades, tower/foundation, or drivetrain
• Advanced MATLAB skills
• Fluent in English; German and/or Spanish skills preferred
• Willingness to travel occasionally

Your Benefits

Nordex offers a range of attractive benefits – here’s a selection of what you can look forward to.

• #GreenerFuture : Shape a sustainable future with us – your work makes a real contribution to the environment.
• #Flexibility: Work-life balance is important to us – we offer flexible working hours, various working time models, and up to 8 days of mobile work per month.
• #Mobility: We promote sustainable mobility – we support you with an 80% subsidy for the public transportation ticket (Deutschlandticket) and a €15 employer contribution for bike leasing.
• #CareForTomorrow: With our company pension scheme, you secure a financial advantage for the future – complemented by the option of occupational disability insurance.
• #Health : Your health matters to us – benefit from health days, company sports activities, office yoga, and free support from the pme Family Service.
• #Holiday: We offer you 30 days of vacation per year based on a full-time position, plus December 24th and 31st off.
• #OneCompany : Stronger together– with over 10,000 employees from 95 nations, we promote an international and collegial corporate culture.
• #CorporateBenefits: Saving made easy – enjoy attractive discounts on travel, tech, and much more.

• Some offers may vary by location

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

Severely disabled applicants and applicants of equal status will be given special consideration in the event of equal suitability.

In principle, employment is also possible on a part-time basis.