O&M Engineer OPEX (all genders)

Skybornrenewables; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 74,217 - 102,762; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Learning & Development Opportunities

Job summary

Skyborn Renewables is seeking an O&M Engineer OPEX to join our team in Hamburg or Bremen. This role leads annual OPEX budgeting, enhances modelling tools, and supports cost analysis and forecasting across offshore wind projects.

You will collaborate with engineering, procurement and project teams to drive efficient OPEX delivery and provide robust cost inputs for new development, while monitoring portfolio performance and cost drivers.

Qualifications

• Relevant academic background in engineering, renewable energy, finance, project management, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in OPEX planning or financial modelling, ideally within renewable energy; offshore wind exposure is a plus.
• Strong understanding of O&M delivery and OPEX cost planning, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Analytical and commercial mindset within asset-intensive environments.
• Desirable knowledge of offshore wind systems (electrical/mechanical/control).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage annual OPEX budgeting for offshore wind farm projects.
• Own and enhance OPEX modelling tools, including planning, forecasting and cost analysis.
• Model operational logistics and technical performance to support availability and O&M execution.
• Monitor, analyse and optimise OPEX performance across the portfolio.
• Provide robust cost inputs to support new project development.
• Partner with engineering, procurement, and project teams and senior stakeholders on budgets and risks.

Skills

OPEX planning

Financial modelling

Offshore wind knowledge

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional communication

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

Shoreline modelling

Job description

Offshore wind energy - the pillar of our future energy supply!

Skyborn Renewables is a pioneer and leading offshore wind developer and operator with more than 20 years’ experience and a track record of approx. 7 GW developed around the globe to date. The competencies of our 400 employees cover the entire offshore wind value chain, including greenfield development, engineering and design, procurement, financing, construction management and asset management.

Do you want to make a difference? To advance the energy transition in an international and growing business field? Skyborn Renewables offers you the opportunity to do so.

With us, you can expect a dynamic environment with committed employees as well as the opportunity to break new ground and expand your skills.

O&M Engineer OPEX (all genders) – Hamburg or Bremen

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage annual OPEX budgeting for offshore wind farm projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational requirements.
• Own and enhance OPEX modelling tools and frameworks, including planning, forecasting, and cost analysis capabilities.
• Model operational logistics and technical performance (e.g. via Shoreline) to support availability assumptions and efficient O&M execution.
• Monitor, analyse, and optimise OPEX performance, identifying cost‑saving opportunities and driving efficiency across the portfolio.
• Provide robust cost assumptions and inputs to support new project development and ensure consistency across global markets.
• Partner cross‑functionally and communicate clearly with engineering, procurement, and project teams and senior stakeholders on budgets, risks, and key cost drivers.

Qualifications

• Relevant academic background in engineering, renewable energy, finance, project management, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in OPEX planning or financial modelling, ideally within renewable energy; offshore wind exposure is a plus.
• Strong understanding of O&M delivery and OPEX cost planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Solid analytical and commercial mindset within asset‑intensive or infrastructure‑driven environments.
• Desirable technical knowledge of offshore wind systems, including electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Permanent employment in an international company where you make a difference in the renewable energy sector.
• Flexible ways of working: Mobile office regulation of 40% per week.
• Enjoy your vacation of 30 days, extended with possible unpaid vacation days.
• A modern work environment with open doors and room for your own ideas.
• Learning and Development Opportunities to support your personal and professional growth.
• Our company celebrations, team events and get‑togethers are extraordinary.
• We care for your wellbeing. Our Employee Assistance Program offers training and counselling to support your wellbeing.
• Other employee benefits depending on location: capital‑forming benefits, subsidised company pension plan, company bicycle leasing (business bike) and company fitness (EGYM Wellpass).

We look forward to receiving your application!