Offshore Mechanical Operations Engineer (Wind)

RWE AG; Holywell; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Renewables is seeking an Operations Engineer with a mechanical bias to support the Offshore Operations UK Region 1. The role reports to the Windfarms Engineering Manager and covers 160 x 3.6MW Siemens WTGs at Port of Mostyn.

You will lead inspection campaigns, ensure compliance, manage modifications, and provide technical guidance to offshore JUV operations while coordinating with site teams and contractors.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified engineer with power generation, offshore wind or heavy industry experience.
• BEng or MEng preferred; HNC/HND with significant relevant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to offshore wind farm operations.
• Act as operational technical lead for offshore WTG structures, drivetrain, blades, and onshore facilities.
• Develop and manage inspection and maintenance campaigns with a focus on HSE and asset integrity.
• Ensure engineering compliance with UK/EU standards and RWE Instructions.
• Assess, design and implement plant modifications; use condition monitoring for safe operation.
• Manage budgets, technical specs and scopes across offshore/onshore facilities as Contract Officer and Project Manager.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering understanding

Analytical problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office / CMMS

Education

BEng or MEng in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

HNC/HND with relevant experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

RWE Renewables is seeking an Operations Engineer with a mechanical bias to support the Offshore Operations UK Region 1. The role reports to the Windfarms Engineering Manager and covers 160 x 3.6MW Siemens WTGs at Port of Mostyn.

You will lead inspection campaigns, ensure compliance, manage modifications, and provide technical guidance to offshore JUV operations while coordinating with site teams and contractors.