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Power Electronics Engineer - Power Converters (m/f/d)
Nordex Group
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Source date: 11/9/2026
About this role
As a Power Electronics Engineer - Power Converters (m/f/d), you will play a key role in resolving complex technical issues across our global wind turbine fleet. Acting as the interface between Service and Engineering, you will lead root cause investigations, coordinate cross-functional problem-solving activities, and help translate operational learnings into both retrofit solutions and future product improvements. Your work directly contributes to the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of our power converter systems. YOUR TASKS • Act as 3rd Level Support for complex technical issues related to power converters across the global wind turbine fleet • Perform structured and in-depth root cause analyses of converter-related failures and operational incidents to identify sustainable corrective actions • Drive the resolution process by collaborating with Service, Electrical Engineering, Testing, and Product Development teams • Develop and coordinate technical solutions for hardware and software-related power converter issues • Define and validate corrective actions, including retrofit solutions for installed turbines and design improvements for future serial products • Support the validation of solutions through testing activities on laboratory test benches and wind turbines • Provide expert guidance to Service teams and other stakeholders during the investigation and resolution of critical converter-related topics YOUR PROFILE • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics Engineering , or a comparable technical discipline • At least 3 years of professional experience in power electronics, preferably within the wind industry or another industrial environment involving power converter technology • Experience with power converters and their application in industrial systems, ideally within renewable energy, grid-connected systems, drives, or comparable technologies • Knowledge of troubleshooting methodologies, root cause analysis, and technical problem-solving in complex engineering environments, combined with a solid understanding of power electronic components, converter architectures, testing methods, and validation processes • Experience with qualification, homologation, or testing of power electronic and power system components; experience with relevant PDM, PLM (ideally Teamcenter), or ERP tools is an advantage • Fluent English language skills; German and/or Spanish are considered an asset • Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented working style with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across international, cross-functional teams and stakeholders 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. *Some offers may vary by location 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. The role is generally available on a full-time basis as well as in other flexible working-time models.