Wind Turbine Electrical Integration Technician
Power the transition to 100% renewable energy
Step onto our production floor and into a role that turns clean-energy ambitions into reality. As the go-to electrical integrator on our wind turbine assembly line, you’ll bring nacelles and hubs to life—installing control panels, routing harnesses, validating continuity, and helping us ship top-quality machines safely and on time.
Schedule, Bonus, and Relocation
- Signing Bonus: $1,500 (GROSS)
- Schedule Options: 1st shift: Mon–Fri, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; 2nd shift: Mon–Fri, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
- Relocation: Up to $5,000
What a day looks like
Start your shift with a review of build instructions, materials, and safety checks. Move to station, install electrical components into nacelles and hubs, route cabling with precision, and verify functionality with test equipment. You’ll collaborate with engineering, quality, and PQA to troubleshoot, capture learnings, and improve the process. You’ll wrap up by resetting your area and documenting work so the next operator can hit the ground running.
Key responsibilities
- Assemble and install electrical components in wind turbine nacelles and hubs.
- Route and secure wiring harnesses, connectors, and control systems.
- Use testing equipment to verify electrical continuity and system functionality.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area to prevent work-related injuries.
- Exceed production benchmarks by completing tasks within designated timeframes.
- Handle materials by lifting, positioning, and removing them from the work area as needed.
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to improve electrical assembly procedures.
- Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support other production areas as needed and as assigned by the supervisor.
- In coordination with PQA and Engineering, conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting of potential electrical connectivity issues.
- Assist mechanical assembly operators as required.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
What you bring
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Electrical certifications or technical training.
- 3+ years of experience in electrical assembly or manufacturing.
- Experience in wind turbines, industrial, or automotive electrical systems.
- Ability to read work instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Experience with overhead crane operation.
- Ability to achieve and maintain crane operator certification (Required).
- Willingness to obtain relevant electrical safety certifications.
- Familiarity with multimeters, crimping tools, and diagnostic equipment.
- Must be able to pass a respiratory fit test (as required).
- Comfort working at heights.
- Understanding of ISO 9000:2000 Quality System is a plus.
Safety first, always
Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. We look for team members who:
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
- Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
- Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
- Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.
Hands-on strengths we value
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Electrical Schematics
- 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
- 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Repair
- PLC Wiring Experience
- Electrical / Electronic Systems
- HVAC Service & Installation
- HVAC Troubleshooting
- High Voltage Systems
- Conduit Pulling
- Powerhouse Troubleshooting
- Heavy Material Handling
- Conduit Bending
- Industrial Electrical Experience
- Crane Operation
- Mechanical Assembly Skills
- Industrial Electrical Systems
- Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
- Electrical Panel Installation
- Electrical Schematic Reading
- Low Voltage Cabling Installation
- Equipment Installation & Wiring
- Equipment Installation
- Blueprint Reading
Machines & technologies you'll work with
- Drivetrain
- HUB
- Nacelle
- Energy