Lead Technical Specialist Windturbines

Vattenfall is one of the largest energy companies in Europe. We make electricity and heat and supply energy to millions of customers. We do this in Sweden, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Denmark, Finland and the Netherlands.

With around 21,000 employees, we are enabling a future in which we are less dependent on the use of fossil fuels for our energy. We are at the forefront of the transition to a sustainable energy system. To achieve this ambitious goal, we are looking for talented individuals who, in addition to their passion for their own role, also have a strong team spirit and want to contribute to supporting a meaningful company mission.

Do you have strong technical expertise in wind turbines and a passion for improving reliability, performance, and safety? At Vattenfall, we are looking for a Lead Technical Specialist Windturbines to support our operational wind farms across the region.

In this role, you will act as a key technical specialist, supporting sites with complex issues related to Wind Turbine Generators (WTG), Balance of Plant (BoP), SCADA, and electrical systems. You will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Technical Support, and other technical experts to reduce production losses, improve asset performance, and drive continuous improvement across our wind portfolio.

Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality are at the heart of everything we do, and you will play an important role in ensuring our assets are operated safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities

As an Lead Technical Specialist Windturbines, you will:

• Provide regional technical expertise in Wind Turbines, SCADA, electrical systems, and Balance of Plant infrastructure.
• Support operational sites in troubleshooting, fault analysis, and technical problem solving.
• Investigate technical non-conformities and identify preventive measures to improve asset reliability.
• Drive and manage improvement initiatives aimed at reducing production losses and enhancing performance.
• Analyse operational and maintenance data to identify trends and opportunities for optimisation.
• Support planned and unplanned maintenance activities across Wind Turbine Generators, foundations, structures, and associated equipment.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Technical Support teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Contribute to retrofit projects, testing programmes, and new technology implementation.
• Take an active role in the development and improvement of service and troubleshooting documentation.
• Support commissioning activities for new wind farm sites when required.
• Share lessons learned and best practices across wind farms and projects to drive continuous improvement.
• Provide technical input to Planning & Optimisation, Asset Management, and Project teams.
• Contribute to operational readiness activities and support sites transitioning out of warranty.

Depending on qualifications and regional requirements, you may also hold specific authorisations under Vattenfall's operational safety frameworks.

Location  
IJmuiden

Your profile

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with a structured and collaborative way of working.

You bring:

• Proven technical experience within the Wind industry, preferably working with Wind Turbine Generators and related systems.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering combined with relevant technical experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive and structured approach to identifying and resolving technical issues.
• The ability to build effective relationships across operational and technical teams.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office applications and SAP, or the ability to quickly learn new digital tools.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Knowledge of local regulations and the local language may be required depending on the location.

What we offer

At Vattenfall, you will contribute to a future where everyone can choose fossil-free ways to move, make, and live. You will join an international environment where collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning are highly valued.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work with some of Europe's most advanced wind assets.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Professional development and technical growth opportunities.
• A meaningful role in the energy transition.
• Competitive employment conditions and benefits.

More Information 
We welcome your application in English, no later than, 20 September We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our website as we cannot guarantee that we will be able to process applications that are not made via our website. 
 
For more information about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact our Senior Recruiter Thijs Suurmond via [email protected]

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation. 

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall. The screening will be performed by a third party,  DISA Global Solutions AB.
 
We look forward to receiving your application!