Subsystem Lead Transmission (Wind Energy)

TL;DR

Subsystem Lead Transmission (Wind Energy): Technical ownership of the transmission subsystem for wind turbines with an accent on drivetrain and main gearbox design. Focus on developing design concepts, managing subsystem requirements, and ensuring system reliability through DFMEA and verification processes.

Location: Hamburg or Rostock, Germany. Hybrid work model (up to 8 days of mobile work per month).

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in wind turbine manufacturing with over 10,000 employees across 95 nations.

What you will do

• Develop design concepts, preliminary designs, and detailed designs for the transmission subsystem across the entire product lifecycle.
• Align technical solutions with the overall drivetrain system architecture and turbine-level requirements.
• Coordinate and align technical decisions with the System Lead Drivetrain and interdisciplinary stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain subsystem requirements in compliance with system and product specifications.
• Create technical documentation, design releases, and engineering specifications according to PEP processes.
• Define subsystem test specifications and maintain DFMEA, including the identification of CTQs.

Requirements

• Completed degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 5 years of experience in drivetrain or main gearbox design for wind turbines.
• Solid experience in systems engineering, verification, and validation of complex technical systems.
• Strong knowledge of DFMEA methodologies and assessment of CTQs.
• Understanding of relevant technical standards, particularly ISO/IEC.
• Must be based in or able to work from Hamburg or Rostock, Germany.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours and various working time models.
• Hybrid work options with up to 8 days of mobile work per month.
• Sustainable mobility support: 80% subsidy for Deutschlandticket and bike leasing contributions.
• Company pension scheme and optional occupational disability insurance.
• Health and wellbeing perks including health days, company sports, and office yoga.
• 30 days of vacation per year, with December 24th and 31st as additional days off.