Power Converter Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Power Converter Engineer. Job Location: Sarriguren, ES | Hamburg, DE | Rostock DMR, DE | Chennai, TN, IN

Responsibilities:

• Design & develop power converters for Nordex wind turbines based on power electric system specifications.
• Create sub-assembly designs, test specifications & collaborate with manufacturers for validation.
• Work with Auxiliary Power Supply & external suppliers on 3D layout design in Eplan Pro-panel & electrical design in Eplan P8.
• Design, test & validate embedded software for converter control functions;
• Develop & validate software features to meet turbine operation & market requirements;
• Define & execute system tests on standalone & generator-connected test benches;
• Maintain Bill of Materials & related information in the Nordex PLM system;
• Support WTG certification processes by preparing required technical documentation.
• Assist sourcing teams in discussions with suppliers.
• Provide specialist support to service teams for field operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Power Electronics Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in power electronics within a global industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of power electronic components, development & testing;
• Experience with power-to-gas (hydrogen) & grid-forming technologies is a plus;
• Proficiency in power electronics design, simulation tools & PDM/PLM/ERP software;
• Fluent in English; Spanish and/or German is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork & analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel (10-20%).

Benefits:

• Work on cutting-edge renewable energy technology.
• Opportunity to contribute to global sustainability efforts;
• Professional growth in a dynamic & collaborative environment;
• Travel opportunities for supplier & testing engagements.