Axpo

Project Manager Onshore Wind (w/m/d)

Join Axpo in Bucharest as Project Manager Onshore Wind. Lead wind project development from site selection to construction readiness. Enjoy competitive salary, health insurance, and a hybrid work model in a dynamic, innovative team.
Axpo
Axpo
Bucharest, Romania Hybrid Full time UTC+02:00

Axpo

Company Overview

Axpo Holding AG

Baden, Switzerland

2001

Over 6,000 employees worldwide (source: linkedin.com). Revenue figures not disclosed for 2023 or later.

What They Do

Axpo is the largest producer of hydropower in Switzerland and has evolved from a dominant hydropower company into a diversified provider of renewable energy. The company operates around 60 hydropower plants that generate over half of the country's renewable energy. Additionally, Axpo plans to build 4,200 photovoltaic projects by 2030 and operates approximately 600 wind turbines across 100 wind farms. The biomass sector includes Switzerland's largest CO2-neutral facility, while the company is also investing in the development of green hydrogen, as demonstrated by the 30 MW Valle Peligna project in Italy (source: axpo.com).

Projects & Track Record

Notable projects by Axpo include the Beznau hydropower plant, which has been in operation since 1908, and the Eglisau station on the Rhine, built in 1920. The 1,000 MW Limmern pumped storage power plant in the Glarus Alps has been operational since 2016. Ongoing projects include the 200 MWp Vilecha solar complex in Spain, which is expected to generate 377,000 MWh annually for 100,000 people by the first quarter of 2026. Other significant projects are the 24.8 MW Lålax wind farm in Finland and the AlpinSolar facility, which has been producing 3.3 million kWh annually since August 2022 (source: axpo.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Axpo has completed the 200 MWp Vilecha solar complex in Spain, announced on November 25, 2025. Additionally, the 24.8 MW Lålax wind farm in Finland was commissioned in August 2025. The company began construction of its 100th wind farm in Lower Saxony, Germany, in October 2025. Key contracts include two PPAs with Vleemo nv for over 900 GWh of wind energy, announced in October 2025 (source: axpo.com).

Working There

Axpo offers a variety of roles in energy production, trading and risk management, project development and engineering, as well as IT and digital solutions. The company employs over 6,000 people who drive innovations in renewable energy. The corporate culture emphasizes a passion for innovation and collaboration. Recruitment takes place both at the headquarters in Baden and at international locations, including the USA and Spain (source: axpo.com).


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Job Description

Axpo is a Swiss energy company with over 5,000 employees active in more than 30 countries across Europe, the USA and Asia with the purpose to enable a sustainable future through innovative energy solutions. With its wind division, Axpo develops, builds and operates onshore wind farms in all windy regions of Europe and is also active in Romania. The company aims to add a total of 3 gigawatts of wind capacity in Europe by 2030.

Join Volkswind and help shape the future of renewable energy! We are looking for a motivated individual to support the development and realization of onshore wind projects.

What you will do

  • Full responsibility for the development of wind energy projects from site identification until they are ready for construction (site selection, site assessment, approval process, grid connection, execution planning) and support in financing and commercialization.
  • Management of service providers, business partners and suppliers along the development process.
  • Conducting negotiations with authorities, community representatives, property owners, suppliers, service providers, business partners and other project participants.
  • Proactive project reports and resolves roadblocks.

What you bring & who you are

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, civil or mechanical engineering or renewable energies.
  • 5+ years of previous experience in renewable energy, in programme and project management.
  • Knowledge about planning and permitting processes in wind energy incl. applicable laws and regulations.
  • Knowledge of grid connection procedures and the management of processes within the regulatory framework.
  • Advanced Romanian and English, both spoken and written.
  • Willingness to travel across the country.

About the team

At Volkswind, you'll join a team of passionate and skilled professionals working together to drive the energy transition. We value an open and collaborative culture where every voice matters and innovation is encouraged.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Laptop and mobile phone.
  • Health insurance and meal vouchers.
  • Opportunity to take on responsibility and actively contribute to the transformation of the energy industry.
  • An agile work environment with a start-up atmosphere where ideas are heard and implemented.

Department Engineering / Technical professions / Construction Role Permanent position Locations Bucharest Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Contact Mathias Piller Talent Acquisition Manager - Human Resources

3 numbers we're proud of:

100Years of experience

6,000Employees

150Different job profiles

Workplace and culture - Benefit from a modern environment, good social security and flexible working hours.

At Axpo, all employees have the freedom to develop their personal skills and potential and to remain true to themselves. Axpo lives a culture that is free of prejudices about age, gender, origin, education, religion, disability or sexual orientation. We promote uniqueness. Because uniqueness creates diversity. And diversity promotes growth and is our driving force.

Your Benefits

  • Education

We help to reach your goals! Axpo Romania offers you not only time and financial support for your education, but also a wide range of trainings and individual development plans.

  • Your choice

Axpo Romania offers 21 days of paid leave to enjoy vacation during the year and a hybrid working model for all employees.

  • Bring a Talent

Do you want to bring a friend or family member in our boat? Axpo Romania offers a "bring a talent" programme, where you can receive a reward for each new talent you introduce to the company.

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About the role

April 8, 2026

Full time

Company

April 8, 2026

Hybrid

Wind Energy

Axpo

axpo.com

  •  Bucharest, Romania

5+ years in renewable energy project management

UTC+02:00