Site Quality Technician
Nordex
Company Overview
Nordex SE
HeadquartersHamburg, Germany
Founded1985
SizeOver 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).
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Job Description
The role of Site Quality Technician directly supports Nordex's mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As a Site Quality Technician, you will work in conjunction with PM Operations on the implementation of corporate quality standards, operating procedures, training, internal auditing, and analytical technology across project sites to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and product quality for the protection of our business.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the on-site subject matter expert regarding Nordex IMS.
- Apply standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation while providing input for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare reports for the Quality Lead, Site Manager, and Quality Manager summarizing the status of site quality issues and activities.
- Train contracted quality inspectors on-site and direct their day-to-day activities.
- Perform and document process audits of all site activities, ensuring documented processes are followed.
- Create Nonconformities for processes and materials found to deviate from instructions and specifications.
- Manage Nonconformities by updating records with new information and communicating with Nordex Engineering, Repair Teams, and other stakeholders.
- Support site quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Have
- Degree in a technical or engineering field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- 3+ years of quality, construction, manufacturing, wind energy, or related industry experience preferred.
- Experience in quality management and quality control processes.
- Familiarity with technical standards and their application, including ASTM, AWS, IEC, and ISO standards.
- ASQ Certification and Certified ISO Auditor designation preferred.
- Wind turbine assembly experience preferred.
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and understand technical drawings, schematics, procedures, specifications, and work instructions.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data, reach conclusions, and make recommendations.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proactive, customer-focused approach.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization and with suppliers.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and continuously improve.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English and communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and perform physical activities as required.
- Ability to climb to heights ranging from 60 to 130 meters and supervise work in confined-space environments.
- Visual acuity, depth perception, color distinction capability, hearing ability sufficient for close-range radio communication, and strong hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require.
- Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to travel up to 100% overnight throughout the United States and internationally as required, including obtaining and maintaining a valid passport.
- Ability to work safely in construction and field environments while utilizing required personal protective equipment.
- Possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability under company insurance requirements.
- Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver's abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.
- Ability to meet OSHA and ANSI weight limits of 265 lbs. or less.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the position.
Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
- Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
- Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
- Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.
We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.
Financial Benefits
- Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
- Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
- Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Student Debt Repayment
- Tuition Reimbursement
Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Parental Leave
- Calm Subscription
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Plans
- Spot Pet Insurance
- Auto and Home Insurance
- And much more...
*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.
Equal Opportunity
Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
DEI
We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE
Recruitment Fraud Notice: Please note that our People Attraction department will only contact you via official @nordex-online.com email addresses or authorized recruitment partners. You can find more information about our application process on our website.
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About the role
September 9, 2026
September 11, 2026
Full time
On-site
Company
- United States of America
3+ years preferred
UTC-05:00 – UTC-08:00