Nordex

WFC Commissioning Engineer (m/w/d)

Join Nordex in Hamburg as a Wind Farm Controller Commissioning Engineer. Support global commissioning of wind farm control systems, collaborate with customers, and ensure grid compliance. Enjoy flexible hours, mobile work options, and strong health and mobility benefits.
Nordex
Nordex
Hamburg, Germany Flexible Full time UTC+01:00

Nordex

Company Overview

Nordex SE

Hamburg, Germany

1985

Over 10,900 employees worldwide (Source: linkedin.com). Revenue of over 5.7 billion euros in 2023 (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com).

What They Do

Nordex focuses exclusively on onshore wind turbines in the 4 to 6 MW+ class. The company develops, manufactures, installs, and maintains these turbines through integrated processes that include design, precision engineering, rotor blade and tower production, logistics, turnkey installation, and complete lifecycle maintenance (Source: windindustry-in-germany.com). The core platform Delta4000, introduced in 2017 with the N149/4.X, offers flexible power ratings (4-6 MW) and rotor diameters of up to 175 meters. This platform is optimized for various wind conditions and extreme climates (Source: nordex-online.com). The products cater to various customer segments, including utilities, independent power producers, and community wind projects, providing tailored solutions for site-restricted or grid-limited locations with lifespans of up to 35 years.

Projects & Track Record

In Germany, Nordex has commissioned 8,653 MW of onshore wind power plants, with 4,946 MW under construction, including the first wind farm in Hamburg featuring N27/150 turbines that have been operational for over 32 years (Source: nordex-online.com). A prototype of the N175/6.X on a 179 m high hybrid tower in Santow, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, is in pre-series, with installation scheduled for September 2025 and commissioning between October 2025 and January 2026 (Source: nordex-online.com). Globally, Nordex supplies over 52 GW of installed turbines in 85% of markets outside China, with about 1 GW in Canada, including the N163/5.X, N163/6.X, and N175/6.X cold climate models (Source: windindustry-in-germany.com). Key customers include Bürgerwind Hollich GmbH & Co. KG and Energieversorgung Mittelrhein (evm), who engage in long-term partnerships for turnkey projects and maintenance.

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Nordex secured significant contracts in Germany, including 107 MW repowering in North Rhine-Westphalia for Bürgerwind Hollich with 12 N163/6.X on 164 m high hybrid towers (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com). Additional contracts include 21 MW from BMR energy solutions for the "Heinz" site and 77 MW for the Schneifelhöhe wind farm (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com). Milestones include the commissioning of 2,202.2 MW in Germany in the first half of 2025 and the launch of series production of hybrid towers in April 2025 (Source: nordex-online.com). The merger with Acciona Windpower in 2016 remains a key expansion, with no further acquisitions or funding rounds mentioned in the latest sources.

Working There

Nordex employs over 10,900 people in various fields, including development, production, project management, installation, logistics, sales, and service (Source: nordex-online.com). The company culture emphasizes decentralized regional operations for customer proximity and continuous training for technicians to global standards. Training is provided through the Nordex Academy, which includes GWO certifications and practical training on Delta4000 simulators (Source: nordex-online.com). Hiring occurs at the locations in Hamburg and Rostock as well as in production facilities in several countries, with increasing demand for installation and service technicians in North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate (Source: renewable-energy-industry.com).


Last updated on Feb 23, 2026 | Report an issue

As a Wind Farm Controller (WFC) Commissioning Engineer (m/f/d), you support the successful commissioning and operation of wind farm control systems across international projects. You work closely with customers, grid operators, and internal specialists to ensure reliable controller integration, grid compliance, and project delivery. The role combines technical expertise, problem-solving, and collaboration in a global wind energy environment.

YOUR TASKS

  • Perform global commissioning of Wind Farm Controller systems (CWE and SGCS), primarily through remote support activities
  • Take responsibility for commissioning wind farm controllers, controller interfaces, and preparation of grid code testing activities
  • Collaborate with customer experts to define project-specific requirements, testing procedures, and technical solutions
  • Support the execution, monitoring, and successful closure of Wind Farm Controller projects
  • Assist in technical discussions and negotiations with customers, subcontractors, and supplier
  • Analyze system performance and troubleshoot issues using appropriate diagnostic and root cause analysis methods
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and workflows within the Windfarm Control Operations team

YOUR PROFILE

  • University degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or an equivalent technical qualification
  • Experience with Wind Farm Controller systems, commissioning activities, and controller integration processes
  • Knowledge of communication protocols and interfaces including Modbus TCP, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104, OPC UA, DNP3, and hardwired interfaces
  • Experience with root cause analysis tools such as Wireshark, PLC commissioning, Grid Code Testing, and PCMS (Parameter Configuration and Management System)
  • Certification as an electrically skilled person (Elektrofachkraft) is beneficial
  • Knowledge of wind turbine technologies and renewable energy systems is an advantage
  • Very good communication, planning, and organizational skills with a structured and solution-oriented working style
  • Fluent German and English language skills; Spanish or additional languages are considered an advantage
  • Ability to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams
  • Willingness to travel for business as required

YOUR BENEFITS

Nordex offers a range of attractive benefits - here's a selection of what you can look forward to.

#GreenerFuture: Shape a sustainable future with us - your work makes a real contribution to the environment. #Flexibility: Work-life balance is important to us - we offer flexible working hours, various working time models, and up to 8 days of mobile work per month. #Mobility: We promote sustainable mobility - we support you with an 80% subsidy for the public transportation ticket (Deutschlandticket) and a €15 employer contribution for bike leasing. #CareForTomorrow: With our company pension scheme, you secure a financial advantage for the future - complemented by the option of occupational disability insurance. #Health: Your health matters to us - benefit from health days, company sports activities, office yoga, and free support from the pme Family Service. #Holiday: We offer you 30 days of vacation per year based on a full-time position, plus December 24th and 31st off. #OneCompany: Stronger together - with over 10,000 employees from 95 nations, we promote an international and collegial corporate culture. #CorporateBenefits: Saving made easy - enjoy attractive discounts on travel, tech, and much more.

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Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

Severely disabled applicants and applicants of equal status will be given special consideration in the event of equal suitability.

In principle, employment is also possible on a part-time basis.

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About the role

July 22, 2026

July 22, 2026

Full time

Flexible

Company

Wind Energy

Nordex

nordex-online.com

  •  Hamburg, Germany

Experienced

UTC+01:00