RWE Offshore Wind

Junior WTG Operator d/f/m

Join RWE Offshore Wind as a Junior WTG Operator in Helgoland or Jemgum, Germany. Monitor wind turbines remotely, manage system resets, and coordinate with teams. Benefit from shift work, a supportive environment, and career growth in offshore wind energy.

RWE Offshore Wind

Company Overview

RWE Offshore Wind GmbH, a subsidiary of RWE AG

Essen, Germany

2019

Approximately 20,000 employees (Source: linkedin.com). Revenue for 2023 is still pending.

What They Do

RWE Offshore Wind is a global company specializing in the planning, construction, and operation of offshore wind farms. The technologies include both fixed-bottom and floating wind turbines, enabling the harnessing of wind energy in deeper waters where conventional foundations are not feasible (Source: rwe.com). The company currently operates 19 offshore wind farms with a total capacity of 3.3 gigawatts, making it the second-largest provider in this sector worldwide (Source: pv-magazine.com). RWE Offshore Wind manages the entire value chain of offshore wind projects, from conceptualization and development to operation and maintenance (Source: linkedin.com). A particular focus is on the development of floating offshore wind farms, aiming to have a capacity of 1 GW operational or under construction by 2030 (Source: rwe.com). Additionally, innovative solutions are being developed, such as the world's first recyclable rotor blade, which is being tested at the Kaskasi wind farm (Source: pv-magazine.com).

Projects & Track Record

RWE Offshore Wind operates 19 offshore wind farms in various regions, including significant projects like Triton Knoll and Kaskasi (Source: rwe.com). New projects are currently being constructed in Europe with a total capacity of over 4 GW (Source: pv-magazine.com). In the UK, RWE operates the Humber Gateway and Rampion wind farms, which now utilize cloud-based software for managing offshore wind operations (Source: linkedin.com). In the USA, RWE became the largest license holder in the New York Bight in 2022, with a development area of 3 gigawatts that can potentially power 1.1 million households (Source: rwe.com). Additionally, RWE has established a partnership with the Greek utility company PPC to develop approximately 2 GW of solar projects in Greece (Source: pv-magazine.com).

Current Developments

The parent company RWE Group committed in October 2022 to a complete phase-out of coal by 2030, marking a strategic shift towards renewable energies (Source: rwe.com). As part of the "Growing Green" investment strategy, RWE plans to invest over 50 billion euros in the expansion of offshore wind by 2030, with 15 billion euros earmarked for investments in Germany alone (Source: pv-magazine.com). RWE has introduced a new software management tool called SITE to optimize operations across the global offshore wind fleet (Source: linkedin.com). Furthermore, the company plans to construct approximately 3 GW of "hydrogen-ready" gas power plants to prepare for emerging opportunities in the hydrogen economy (Source: rwe.com).

Working at RWE Offshore Wind

RWE Offshore Wind offers a variety of roles that support the development and operation of offshore wind farms. The company seeks professionals in project management, engineering, construction supervision, operations and maintenance, as well as supply chain management (Source: linkedin.com). The main locations are in Europe (UK, Germany, Denmark, Sweden) and the Americas, with the headquarters in Essen, Germany (Source: rwe.com). RWE is committed to innovation and research in wind energy and is involved in numerous industry initiatives, providing opportunities for professionals in developing industry standards and collaborative projects (Source: pv-magazine.com). The company offers comprehensive services, including maintenance and repair of large wind turbine components, indicating a range of technical and operational support roles (Source: linkedin.com).


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Job Description

  • Monitoring the operating status and production of wind turbines using remote monitoring systems
  • In the event of plant downtime, "remotely reset" the plants with the support of reset conditions defined in the System therefore, no personal responsibility, but only executing according to instructions.
  • Initiating appropriate measures in the event of deviations e.g., creating notifications in SAP, escalating to the operating engineer or local control room
  • Processing customer inquiries and ensuring professional communication... internal interface to the sites.
  • Use and maintenance of the "Systematics" wind farm management system. Adding people, certificate verification, and authorization for offshore deployment.
  • Creating weekly traffic information on which ships are deployed where
  • Working in shifts and on-call duty within a dedicated team

Job requirements and experience

  • Completed training in electrical engineering, industrial electrician, electronics, or similar technical training
  • Professional experience as a wind turbine technician or in a similar technical position desirable
  • Willingness to work shifts (including weekends and holidays)
  • Good written and spoken German and English skills
  • Organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, team orientation, and high level of commitment

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We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, U.S., Japan and Korea. We have already 19 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years' experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to a clean energy future.

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About the role

April 8, 2026

Full time

Company

April 8, 2026

On-site

Wind Energy

RWE Offshore Wind

rwe.com

  •  Helgoland, Germany
  •  Jemgum, Germany

Professional experience as a wind turbine technician or in a similar technical position desirable

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