ENERCON

Development Engineer - Internal Flow and Heat Transfer (m/w/d)

Join ENERCON in Aurich as a Development Engineer focusing on CFD thermal simulations and airflow optimization for wind turbine components. Benefit from flexible hours, up to 50% remote work, and professional growth in the renewable wind energy sector.
ENERCON
ENERCON
Aurich, Germany Hybrid Full time UTC+01:00

ENERCON

Company Overview

Name

ENERCON GmbH

Headquarters

Aurich, Germany

Founded

1984

Size

Approximately 3,000 employees worldwide (source: linkedin.com). The company does not disclose public revenue figures for 2023 or later.

What They Do

ENERCON focuses exclusively on onshore wind turbine technology and is known for its innovative development of gearless direct drive systems that reduce maintenance efforts and increase reliability. These systems utilize ring-shaped synchronous machines, either with permanent magnets (PMG) for the EP5 platform models or electrically excited generators for the EP3 models. The rotor blades are optimized to provide high energy yield, noise reduction, and minimized stress (source: enercon.de). The current product portfolio includes two platforms: the EP5 for medium to low wind sites with models like the E-175 EP5 with 6-7 MW rated power and a rotor diameter of 175 m, as well as the EP3 for medium wind conditions, offering versatile configurations up to several MW. These support hybrid integrations, including battery storage and grid connections (source: enercon.de).

Projects & Track Record

Notable completed projects include the Feldheim regional regulation power plant in Brandenburg, Germany, inaugurated in 2015, which features integrated wind and storage systems for grid regulation. Another example is the E-115/3 MW prototype in Lower Saxony, introduced in 2013 and transitioned to series production in 2014. Additionally, nearshore installations of the E-112 were realized in Wybelsumer Polder and on the Ems River in 2004 (source: jidipi.com). Current major projects include the Janneby wind farm in Germany, where ENERCON recently commissioned the first E-175 EP5 E2 turbine, feeding electricity into the grid.

Recent Developments

In the past two years, ENERCON has announced a strategic realignment to focus on turbine delivery, modular services, and integrated hybrid solutions such as wind + storage for grid-connected systems. CEO Udo Bauer emphasized the importance of partnerships for power generation, storage, and grid integration (source: windtech-international.com). Key contracts include the commissioning of the Janneby wind farm in Germany, while there are no public records of acquisitions or mergers for the years 2023-2025.

Working There

ENERCON offers positions in various fields such as development, production, sales, service, engineering, research and development, and project management. Hiring primarily takes place at the headquarters in Aurich, Germany, and at production sites in Magdeburg, Emden, Portugal, Brazil, Sweden, and Turkey (source: enercon.de). The corporate culture emphasizes innovation and responsibility for sustainable energy concepts, with regional employees managing projects supported by the expertise of the headquarters.


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Innovative ideas are the hallmark of our successes and move us on. We are passionate about realizing wind energy projects across the globe and meeting tomorrow's energy technology challenges. You and your engagement can make a contribution to shape the future of renewable energies.

This position is classified as Core Job Engineer IV and assigned to Pay Grade 7.

Your Responsibilities

  • Further develop the toolchain for thermal simulations and perform thermal simulations of relevant generator, e-nacelle, and other wind turbine components using CFD within the product development process.
  • Validate simulation processes using measurement data.
  • Develop concepts and recommendations for optimized airflow management and thermal management.
  • Develop parametric models of wind turbine components, such as LVD cabinets, CBS cabinets, generators, and related systems.
  • Build surrogate models for specific wind turbine components.
  • Lead cross-functional, product-related technology development projects.

Your Qualifications

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Process Engineering, Physics, or a comparable field (Dipl.-Ing. or M.Sc.), with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a PhD.
  • Experience in CFD simulations of internal flow and heat transfer using OpenFOAM, as well as in the development of cooling concepts for e-nacelles, generators, electrical cabinets, and other components.
  • Programming skills in Python and experience with version control systems (Git, SVN).
  • Proven track record in technical project leadership or work package leadership within wind turbine component projects or in technology, methodology, or tool development.
  • Ability to solve technical challenges quickly and efficiently.
  • Willingness to drive technology development for alternative drivetrain systems.
  • A strong team player who naturally leads, mentors, and shares knowledge with team members and stakeholders, supported by excellent communication skills.

Your Benefits

  • Currently, the possibility of up to 50% mobile working.
  • 30 days of paid annual leave.
  • Flexible working hours through various working time models.
  • Access to childcare services at the Wirbelwind Daycare Center.
  • Ample parking facilities and a selection of electric vehicle charging stations on company premises.
  • A variety of lunch options available in the company cafeteria.
  • Internal and external training and development opportunities through the ENERCON Academy.
  • Comprehensive company pension scheme support.
  • Private disability insurance at special employee rates.
  • Exciting and diverse responsibilities in the growing green energy sector of wind power.

Contact Details

Meike Lübben
[email protected]
(DEU (+49)) +4904941927465

ONE ENERCON - FOR EVERYONE

We stand for openness and inclusion.
People with disabilities are explicitly welcome here.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Inclusion Officer:

Paula Richardson

[email protected]

+49 (0) 175 1661376

Please note that for organizational reasons we can only accept applications via our online portal. As a sustainable company, we kindly ask you to refrain from sending paper applications. If, for exceptional reasons, you are unable to use the portal, please contact us - we will find a solution together.

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About the role

August 20, 2026

August 20, 2026

Full time

Hybrid

Company

Wind Energy

ENERCON

enercon.de

  •  Aurich, Germany

5+ years or PhD

UTC+01:00