Electrical Wind Turbine Technician Job in Germany – GE Turbines
Location: Germany (field-based across multiple onshore sites)
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Start: ASAP (rolling starts)
Rotation options: 3/1, 4/2, or 6/2 (flexible)
Pay: €23–27/hour gross (DOE) + allowances & perks
Benefits: Relocation support and travel covered
About the Job
Join a specialist electrical service team supporting onshore wind farms across Germany—primarily GE platforms (80–85% of fleet). You’ll perform preventive/corrective maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs, with significant hands-on work in converters, blade angle alignments, and connecting 400V motors to the grid. Travel and accommodation are fully supported, and you’ll work within a mature HSE culture at one of Europe’s most dynamic renewable service providers.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on GE wind turbines (occasional Enercon work).
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Carry out converter work, blade angle alignments, and 400V motor grid connections.
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Diagnose/repair electrical & control system faults; support mechanical/hydraulic troubleshooting.
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Conduct inspections, functional testing, and component replacements.
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Work safely on LV/HV systems following company & OEM HSE procedures.
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Accurately document all tasks in company and OEM systems.
Job Requirements
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Direct hands-on experience with converters, blade angle alignment, and 400V motor-to-grid connections (non-negotiable).
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Proven background as a Wind Turbine Technician (GE platforms strongly preferred).
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Recognized technical/electrical qualification (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Industrial Electrician, Mechatronics).
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Fit for work at height; willing to travel and work in variable weather.
Salary and Benefits
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€23–27/hour gross depending on experience/qualifications.
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Flexible rotations: 3/1, 4/2, or 6/2.
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Hotels arranged and paid during rotations.
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Daily allowance: €28/day tax-free when overnighting on site; €14/day when no overnight stay required.
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Annual leave progression: 26 days (Year 1) → 28 (Year 2) → 30 (Year 3+).
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Annual performance bonus (paid last 3 years).
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Perks: nationwide gym membership, bicycle leasing program, discount platform (electronics, travel, etc.), German pension enrolment.
