Workload: 80–100%

Join Axpo Solar Deutschland to shape the future of renewable energy! As part of the Urbasolar Group, a subsidiary of Axpo, we are committed to deploying large-scale photovoltaic installations across Europe. Be part of our mission to produce sustainable, decarbonized, and competitive electricity.

What you will do:

• Prepare new plant integration:
  • Collaborate with internal teams to track project milestones and ensure operational requirements are embedded in development and construction phases.
  • Support tenders and contractual negotiations for local O&M providers and additional service providers.
  • Define spare parts packages and contribute to technical and legal frameworks (SLAs, KPIs, maintenance plans, HSE requirements).
• Manage the transition to operations:
  • Secure complete project documentation handover (As-Built, drawings, certificates, warranties).
  • Lead risk and compliance assessments (technical, HSE, grid, regulatory) and coordinate O&M pre-mobilization activities.
  • Participate in PAC/FAC processes, performance testing, and grid access requirements.
  • Support implementation of energy sales mechanisms, including feed-in tariffs, PPAs, and guarantees of origin.
• Operate and optimize assets in service:
  • Manage and challenge service providers (O&M, supervision, HV/MV, security, etc.).
  • Monitor operational performance, conduct root cause analyses, and implement improvement plans.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory, HSE, energy market, and grid code requirements.
  • Liaise with local stakeholders and coordinate with French teams for seamless operations.

What you bring & who you are:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy, Industrial Engineering, or a similar field.
• 8–12 years of experience in PV and/or Wind plant O&M, engineering, commissioning, or technical asset management.
• Strong knowledge of utility-scale PV systems or wind plants, including central/string inverters, SCADA/DAS, HV/MV substations, and grid codes.
• Proficiency in O&M contracts, performance KPIs, PAC/FAC processes, and operational data analysis.
• Skilled in technical problem-solving and optimizing asset performance.
• Fluency in German and English.
• Ideally, experience with OT cybersecurity and regulatory compliance in energy markets.

Even if you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and perspective are welcome here!

About the team:
We are a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to driving the transition to clean energy. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we value diverse perspectives and foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.

At Axpo Group, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socioeconomic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.