Converter Control Engineer (m/f/d) - Wind Turbine Software Development

Nordex Group; Sarriguren; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading renewable energy company in Spain is seeking a Converter Control Engineer to develop software for wind turbine power converters. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in application software development. This role offers a flexible working environment, 30 vacation days, and a chance to contribute to a greener future.

Servicios

Flexible working hours

30 days of vacation

80% subsidy for the public transportation ticket

Health days and company sports activities

Formación

• 3–5 years of experience in application software development for wind turbine converters.
• A structured, independent, and reliable working style.
• Fluency in English; German or Spanish is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Designing and developing application software for wind turbine power converters.
• Developing and executing validation tests for converter application software.
• Collaborating with internal departments and the power converter hardware development team.

Conocimientos

Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink

PLC programming

Strong communication skills

Customer-oriented mindset

Educación

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field (B.Sc. or M.Sc.)

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Are you passionate about renewable energy and advanced control systems? Join our innovative team at Nordex and help shape the future of wind energy. As a Converter Control Engineer (m/f/d), you will play a key role in developing cutting-edge software for wind turbine power converters, contributing to the performance and reliability of our turbines worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing application software for wind turbine power converters using Matlab/Simulink
• Programming PLC systems and developing libraries in C/C++
• Creating and maintaining software specifications using agile tools such as Confluence and JIRA
• Developing and executing validation tests for converter application software
• Supporting test bench validation for power converter systems
• Building simulation models for Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) testing
• Collaborating with internal departments and the power converter hardware development team

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field (B.Sc. or M.Sc.)
• 3–5 years of experience in application software development for wind turbine converters
• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink and PLC programming
• A structured, independent, and reliable working style
• Strong communication skills and intercultural competence
• A hands-on mentality and customer-oriented mindset
• Fluency in English (spoken and written); German or Spanish is a plus
• Willingness to travel occasionally

Your Benefits

• #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.

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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.