Electrical Engineer (Solar PV & BESS)

at Sunrock

Dusseldorf or Hamburg

Help us build a future powered by clean energy.

We’re hiring an Electrical Engineer in Dusseldorf or Hamburg

Looking to join a company that's making a difference? Sunrock delivers clean energy to more than 636.000 people and has more than 1 GWp in development, with even bigger plans for the future. As our new Electrical Engineer in Dusseldorf or Hamburg you'll be part of a team of over 150 Sunrockers who are committed to expanding sustainable energy solutions throughout Europe.

The German team

We’re a growing international technical team supporting the long‑term performance and safety of Sunrock’s operational solar portfolio in Germany. You will be part of the Asset Management team which ensures that our assets operate safely, reliably and meet the highest quality standards. By strengthening our technical processes and collaborating across teams, we help drive Sunrock’s growth and operational excellence in the German market.

In Germany, our operational portfolio is expanding rapidly and we have many assets in our development pipeline. We’re continuously improving our engineering standards and safety practices. We’re looking for people who want to contribute to that momentum and strengthen our technical foundation.

Overview of the role

As an Electrical Engineer , you ensure the long-term technical performance, electrical safety, and reliability of Sunrock’s operational solar energy systems. You take a central role in shaping and supporting Sunrock Germany’s electrical safety approach, and you act as a trusted expert for complex cases: from system failures to root‑cause investigations that prevent future incidents. You are the internal point of reference for technical troubleshooting, earning trust by providing clear guidance, safeguarding quality, and contributing to the rollout of standardized SCADA solutions on the German portfolio. Your responsibilities include:

Act as technical reference point within the Asset Management team for complex troubleshooting cases and performing root cause analyses.
Analyse performance data and failure modes to identify patterns and propose reliability improvements;
Collaborate with the Project Development and Project Management teams to ensure reliability considerations are integrated from design to operations;
Provide deep technical expertise in Solar PV technology, Medium Voltage (AC) equipment and SCADA systems;
Drive asset quality improvement initiatives and share lessons learned across projects and countries;
Collaborate with the Data & IT team on asset data gathering and connections to Sunrock’s IT infrastructure
Take up the legal role of Responsible Electrical Engineer ("VEFK – Verantwortliche Elektrofachkraft") for Sunrock’s operational portfolio and supervise the activities of our contractors to ensure Electrical Safety compliance.

This is you:

Strong technical background in solar PV systems, electrical engineering, or comparable energy technologies;
Experience in reliability engineering, asset performance, or maintenance optimization (e.g., Root Cause Analysis, FMEA);
Familiarity with monitoring tools, SCADA infrastructure and hardware
Analytical mindset (curious) combined with practical problem-solving ability to make sure analyses are brought into practice;
Strong communication skills: ability to translate technical insights into clear business recommendations and manage expectations of internal stakeholders that rely on your deliverables for their own work.
Strong proficiency in German and English.

What’s in it for you?

At Sunrock, work is not just about making a difference in the world - it's also about having fun and enjoying your job. Join our team and benefit from:

A great and dynamic team that enjoys what they do;
An attractive compensation and bonus system;
Regular team events with the entire Sunrock family;
A modern, flexible work environment in Dusseldorf and Hamburg (including hybrid options);
DeutschlandTicket and/or Bahncard;
Home office possible when there are no urgent matters at the office or on the assets;
30 vacation days;
Several benefits, such as an Urban Sports Club membership, Corporate Benefits and additional allowances.

Ready to be unstoppable?

At Sunrock, you’ll work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, representing more than 30 nationalities and contributing to an 88% employee social connection engagement score. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and contribute in their own unique way.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our impact and drive meaningful, sustainable progress. We welcome talent regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability, citizenship, or any other characteristic that makes you who you are. As part of our inclusive and equitable hiring practice, we encourage you to apply regardless of your background or identity.

Your uniqueness matters here, and we look forward to welcoming you to the Sunrock Family.

Hiring Process

We aim to keep the process transparent and efficient. If you have any questions during the application journey, feel free to reach out Diane Barkey (Talent Acquisition)

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