Jefe de Grupo de Ingeniería y Validación de Desarrollo de Turbinas (m/f/d)

As the Group Lead Wind Turbine Development Engineering & Validation (m/f/d), you will guide a team of project managers and oversee the successful development of cutting‑edge wind turbines. You will manage complex, cross‑functional engineering projects from concept through serial production, ensuring technical excellence and strategic alignment. Acting as a central interface across multiple departments, you will drive development efficiency, manage risks, and ensure delivery of high‑quality turbine solutions. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in dynamic technical environments and is passionate about team development and innovation.

YOUR TASKS

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of experienced engineering project managers, ensuring strong collaboration and technical competence within the team
• Manage and coordinate cross‑functional project teams across Engineering, Product Strategy, PM/EPC, Service, and other relevant departments
• Drive multiple turbine development projects, ensuring adherence to budget, schedules, and quality requirements
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary technical teams (Blade, Electrical, Software, Mechanical, Turbine Integration) to secure technical feasibility and robust product development
• Oversee the full development lifecycle-from early concept phase through prototyping, testing, certification, and serial production readiness
• Align project scope, milestones, and timelines with fellow project managers and report regularly to the responsible Vice President
• Implement comprehensive risk and stakeholder management while continuously improving Nordex's turbine development processes and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards

YOUR PROFILE

• Master's degree in Engineering, Mechanics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, ideally supplemented by project management training and experience in wind technology
• Proven experience in leading and developing teams, serving as a positive role model with resilience and a growth‑focused mindset
• Strong project management background; PM certification is an advantage
• Skilled in communicating and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across the organization, applying a global and strategic perspective
• A combination of creativity, attention to detail, and a structured, reliable working approach
• Strong command of MS Office applications, including MS Project Server; experience with ERP and PLM systems is beneficial
• Fluent English skills and willingness to travel; prior experience in team and project management within the wind industry is a strong asset

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.