Job description
Deutsche Windtechnik is the world's No. 1 independent operations and maintenance service provider for on- & offshore wind farms, executing maintenance, repairs and inspections on all assets of a wind farm. We operate worldwide in 10 countries with over 2,100 employees in total and since 2018 our first Asian entity and APAC hub in Taiwan started. We want to be a major part of Taiwan's renewable energy journey and we need you in our growing team
Depending on your experience and career ambitions, you will have the opportunity to develop towards a Control Engineer role. We welcome applications from candidates who are already working at Control Engineer level as well as experienced SAPs who are looking to take the next step in their career. Remaining in an SAP role is also possible if it best matches your profile and the project's requirements.
Your Profile
- Qualification as SAP / Senior Authorised Person or a comparable qualification in high-voltage / medium-voltage operations
- Alternatively, several years of relevant experience in HV / MV switching operations and willingness to develop into an SAP or Control Engineer role
- Strong knowledge of High Voltage Switching Operations, ideally with experience at 230 kV level or comparable voltage levels
- Experience in planning, preparing, executing or reviewing switching operations and switching schedules
- Good understanding of Electrical Safety Rules, Permit-to-Work processes, authorization systems and safe working procedures for electrical installations
- Experience with UK Electrical Safety Rules or comparable rule sets is desirable, but not a knock-out criterion
- Experience in offshore wind projects, onshore substations or offshore substations is an advantage
- Sound technical judgement, structured way of working and clear communication with control room staff, field teams and project stakeholders
- Good command of English, written and spoken
- Willingness to work in Taiwan for a temporary assignment
Your Tasks
- Support the Hai Long offshore wind project in the area of HV / 230 kV switching operations
- Work at SAP level or, depending on experience, as Control Engineer
- Plan, prepare and coordinate HV / MV switching operations
- Prepare, review or approve switching schedules
- Support switching conversations and operational coordination between control room, field teams, substation teams and other project stakeholders
- Apply Electrical Safety Rules, Permit-to-Work processes and comparable authorization and safety procedures
- Support the assessment of faults, trips, alarms or grid-related events
- Document switching activities, safety precautions and authorizations
- Optionally support the training and development of local Taiwanese SAP or Control Engineer candidates
What We Offer
- Attractive salary package with competitive compensation.
- Additional health insurance and a generous sick leave policy to support your well-being.
- Excellent career development opportunities, including professional training and continuous learning to help you grow within Deutsche Windtechnik.
- A collaborative and international working environment with regular team events that strengthen our strong team spirit.
Deine Ansprechperson
Ready to make a difference for renewable energy as part of a strong team? Then you've come to the right place at the Windtastics!
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Chih-Han Ko (Annie)
初階人力資源經理 / Junior Human Resource Manager
Tel.: +886 2 2742 3008
We Embrace Diversity
We are proud of the diversity within our teams and are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace free from prejudice. Therefore, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
About this role
About Deutsche Windtechnik
Company Overview
Deutsche Windtechnik (privately held company)
HeadquartersBremen, Germany
Founded2007
SizeApproximately 2,700 employees worldwide, managing around 8,500 wind turbines under contract, with a revenue of €447 million in 2025 (source: deutsche-windtechnik.com)
What They Do
Deutsche Windtechnik is an independent service provider specializing in the operation and maintenance of wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. The company offers a comprehensive range of services including maintenance planning, corrective and preventive repairs, inspections, modernizations, component replacements, technical monitoring, and spare parts supply (source: deutsche-windtechnik.com). It services turbines from various manufacturers such as Vestas, Siemens, Nordex, Senvion, Fuhrländer, Gamesa, Enercon, GE, and Mitsubishi, highlighting the company’s technical independence and multi-brand capability (source: linkedin.com). Its client base includes wind farm operators, asset managers, investors, and utilities across Europe, the USA, and Taiwan (source: dwtglobal.com). Deutsche Windtechnik positions itself as one of the largest independent service providers with a strong focus on quality, technical expertise, and transparent partnerships (source: dwtglobal.com).
Projects & Track Record
The company has a broad international presence with service and office locations in Germany, Poland, France, the UK, the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Taiwan, and the USA (source: linkedin.com). Key projects include long-term maintenance contracts such as the 2025 agreement ensuring availability of the Trianel Windpark Borkum I and full maintenance of four Adwen prototypes for Stadtwerke Bochum (source: deutsche-windtechnik.com). Additionally, Deutsche Windtechnik collaborates with Eneco at the Prinses Amalia Windpark and secured a major offshore contract in Taiwan with OutSmart in 2025 (source: deutsche-windtechnik.com). In 2026, a maintenance contract for the offshore wind farm Riffgat with EWE starting in 2027 was announced, along with operation and maintenance contracts for offshore substations of the Greater Changhua Windparks in Taiwan (source: deutsche-windtechnik.com).
Recent Developments
In September 2026, Deutsche Windtechnik announced it would regain the offshore wind farm Riffgat with a service contract starting in 2027, as well as take over the operation and maintenance contracts for the offshore substations of the Greater Changhua Windparks in Taiwan (source: deutsche-windtechnik.com). Significant organizational changes took place in 2025, including the expansion of the offshore leadership team with Achim Berge Olsen as CEO and a planned leadership transition from Matthias Brandt to Ronny Meyer (source: iwrpressedienst.de). The company also took over full maintenance of four Adwen prototypes in Bochum and intensified collaboration with Eneco at the Prinses Amalia Windpark, alongside expanding offshore activities in Taiwan (source: deutsche-windtechnik.com).
Working There
Deutsche Windtechnik primarily employs specialists in technical, engineering, logistics, and support roles that reflect the company’s service-oriented nature (source: jobs-global.deutsche-windtechnik.com). Job openings include technicians, engineers, training and documentation specialists, quality and safety officers, as well as administrative and management staff (source: dwtglobal.com). Its international locations in Bremen, Osnabrück, Utrecht, Livingston, Lowestoft, Houston, and Taiwan offer diverse working environments, with a corporate culture grounded in practical engineering, transparency with customers, quality, safety, and comprehensive professional development (source: jobs-nl.deutsche-windtechnik.com).
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