Aero & Loads Specialist

Suzlon Group; Hengelo; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Informal, pragmatic culture

Job summary

A leading renewable energy solution provider is seeking a Senior Aero & Loads Engineer specializing in wind turbine blade design and simulation in Hengelo, Overijssel. The ideal candidate will translate aerodynamic concepts into engineering solutions and has over 10 years of experience in the wind turbine industry. Responsibilities include developing blade designs, running simulations, and leading new product development. Competitive salary, opportunities for growth, and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aero/load design and simulation within the wind turbine industry.
• Knowledge of certification guidelines and field-test methodologies.
• Experience with test campaigns and field data analysis is a plus.
• Experience with certification guidelines and field-test methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop aerodynamic blade designs and run aero/load simulations.
• Lead design activities within New Product Development (NPD) programs.
• Prepare design documentation and support validation of prototype blades.
• Design, execute and analyse field tests and measurement campaigns.
• Develop tools and methods to improve aero/load analysis efficiency.
• Drive technological innovation within aero/load development.
• Perform RCA investigations on field issues and deviations.
• Interpret aero-related test data to validate models and design outcomes.
• Monitor industry trends and contribute to Suzlon’s Technology Roadmap.

Skills

Blade aerodynamics

Load simulation

Aero analysis tools (BEM, CFD, FAST/OpenFAST, Bladed)

Strong communication skills

Project-driven experience

Education

MSc or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Wind Energy or similar

Tools

BEM

CFD

FAST/OpenFAST

Bladed

Job description

Senior Aero & Loads Engineer – Wind Turbine Blade Design & Simulation

Join Suzlon in shaping the next generation of wind turbine blades.

What you will do

In this role you operate at the intersection of aerodynamics, load simulation and blade design. You translate aero concepts into validated engineering solutions and collaborate closely with Structural Design, R&D and external partners such as universities and certification bodies.

Key responsibilities

• Develop aerodynamic blade designs and run aero/load simulations.
• Lead design activities within New Product Development (NPD) programs.
• Prepare design documentation and support validation of prototype blades.
• Design, execute and analyse field tests and measurement campaigns.
• Develop tools and methods to improve aero/load analysis efficiency.
• Drive technological innovation within aero/load development.
• Perform RCA investigations on field issues and deviations.
• Interpret aero-related test data to validate models and design outcomes.
• Monitor industry trends and contribute to Suzlon’s Technology Roadmap.

What you bring

You are an analytical and technically strong aero engineer with deep experience in blade aerodynamics, simulation and load modelling, able to translate theory into practical engineering solutions.

Your profile

• MSc or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Wind Energy or similar.
• 10+ years of experience in aero/load design and simulation within the wind turbine industry.
• Proficiency with aero analysis and simulation tools (e.g., BEM, CFD, FAST/OpenFAST, Bladed).
• Knowledge of certification guidelines and field-test methodologies.
• Strong communication skills and experience in project-driven environments.
• Comfortable collaborating in multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Experience with test campaigns and field data analysis is a plus.
• Background in innovation projects or academic collaborations is beneficial.

About Suzlon Blade Technology

Suzlon Blade Technology designs and develops advanced wind turbine blades for the global Suzlon Group—one of the world’s leading renewable energy solution providers. We foster innovation, engineering excellence and continuous technological progress within the wind industry.

What we offer

• A key engineering role in a leading international wind energy organization.
• Freedom to innovate and influence next‑generation blade technology.
• Competitive salary and strong employment conditions.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• An informal, pragmatic culture with short communication lines and autonomy.

Interested? Suzlon has exclusively partnered with Tjellens Loopbaanprofessionals for this search. Tjellens manages the pre‑selection and initial interviews. Successful candidates will join Suzlon directly.

An assessment or technical case may be part of the process.

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A detailed job specification is available upon request.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering, Production and Design

Industries: Oil and Gas, Engineering Services, Regenerative Design

Location: Hengelo, Overijssel, Netherlands