In this role, you take general ownership of pitch bearings in wind turbines and ensure their technical performance across the full lifecycle. You operate at the interface of design, validation, and operation, working closely with internal teams and external suppliers. Your work directly contributes to the reliability and safety of key wind turbine components.

YOUR TASKS

You act as global component owner for pitch bearings, ensuring end-to-end technical oversight from design through operation
You define and maintain technical specifications for pitch bearings based on operational requirements and industry standards
You lead the design and development of rolling bearings in close collaboration with suppliers and internal engineering teams
You plan and execute validation activities, including laboratory testing, field validation, and certification documentation
You manage requirements and interfaces within the pitch system and the overall wind turbine context
You perform load assessments and review and optimize FEM calculations for pitch bearings




You contribute to DFMEA processes and drive continuous improvement activities in the field of pitch bearings

YOUR PROFILE

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
More than 8 years of experience in the wind industry as a Pitch Bearing Engineer or similar role
Strong expertise in rolling bearings and tribology, ideally in wind energy applications
Solid knowledge of wind turbine loads, pitch systems, and lubrication concepts
Experience with DFMEA, validation processes, and relevant certification standards
Proficiency in FEM analysis and evaluation of structural calculations
Professional level of English, both written and spoken, Spanish or German are a plus
Willingness to travel occasionally

YOUR BENEFITS
Nordex offers a range of attractive benefits – here’s a selection of what you can look forward to.
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📌 Senior Pitch Bearing Engineer (Madrid)
🏢 Nordex Group
📍 Madrid