Senior Engineer - Onshore Wind, Germany

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital.

We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join the German wind team in our Department for Project Development and Project Engineering, with primary focus on the onshore wind market in Germany. You will be part of an international team of advisors involved in onshore wind projects related to the planning, development, construction and operation phase of wind farm projects.

With an independent and pro-active attitude, you demonstrate strong initiative, an analytical approach and the ability to make efficient technical and commercial judgements. You thrive with high-paced project work, and cope efficiently with a wide variety of tasks.

Key tasks and deliverables include:

• Provide clients with technical support related to planning and developing wind farm concepts and projects;
• Lead and participate in wind project technical due diligences, discussing and resolving technical issues with project developers and lenders/investors, supporting clients through to financial close of projects;
• Customer contact and project management, including managing complex, technical projects from inception through to completion;
• Participate in business development activities, especially for the German onshore wind market.
• Lead and support the preparation of proposals, especially for Germany-based customers and/or related with the German onshore wind market;
• Conduct site visits and construction monitoring activities, sometimes abroad;
• Draw on the full breadth of the in-depth knowledge in DNV expert teams to deliver on client needs;
• Mentor and guide juniors;

What we offer:

• A strong company culture with an emphasis on competence development
• The possibility to grow and develop your competencies and ambitions within DNV
• Great colleagues who value teamwork and support in an international working environment
• Flexible working hours and focus on work/life balance
• Attractive total compensation package
• Be part of a world-leading company that has a global reach with more than 12 000 employees around the world

About You:

• MSc degree in a relevant engineering field is required (e.g. in mechanical/electrical/industrial/civil engineering);
• Understanding of the development process of onshore wind farms in Germany.
• Knowledge of wind project development, construction and operation.
• Professional experience in technical due diligence work of onshore wind projects.
• Strong project Management skills, good organizational and effective time management skills as you may be required to handle multiple projects;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Fluency in German and English;
• Ability to produce clear written reports in German and English;
• Valid driver’s license (B);
• Willingness and ability to travel to wind farm sites, conferences, clients, and internal meetings;

Personality Profile:

• Customer-centric mindset and strong presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal);
• Diligent and team oriented with the ability to co-operate well with others;
• Self-motivated, proactive, high sense of responsibility and personal integrity.
• Confident manner, independent and structured;
• Good mentoring abilities, supporting less experienced team members to grow in expertise and technical skills;

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture, and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

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