Project Engineer

Elbe 1 GmbH is a leading consultancy company based in Hamburg, Germany, specializing in project management activities within the offshore wind and renewable energy industry. With a global reach, we provide comprehensive services encompassing strategy development, planning, early design consultancy, and project execution, right through to the operational phase of offshore wind farms.

To strengthen our team in Hamburg we are currently searching for a

Project Engineer (m/f/d) - Certification Management

We explicitly welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, origin or other personal characteristics. Furthermore, we would like to encourage you to apply even if your profile does not match the job advertisement in every respect, as we value a commitment to learning just as strongly as professional expertise.

Your tasks:

• Lead and execute project certifications within offshore wind project teams.
• Develop and implement certification plans and track action items to ensure timely and quality document completion, aligned with agreed milestones and schedules.
• Negotiate with stakeholders on the scope, timeline, format, and content of certification and validation, including defending documented validation justifications to certifiers, suppliers, and authorities.
• Regularly update certification requirements and documentation, ensuring alignment with design principles.
• Compare and validate employer requirements with the needs to meet the relevant certification standards.
• Manage project interfaces with certification bodies, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
• Provide consultation to internal departments on best practices for certification, problem-solving, and industry-specific cases (e.g., load analysis, flange assessments, wind and ice loads).
• Support continuous improvement of standards and guidelines.
• Oversee the certification process and manage interactions with certifiers.
• Contribute to project management, including planning, tracking progress, coordinating with clients, and documenting results.

We look forward to receiving your application if your profile meets most of the following requirements:

• A completed bachelor's or master's degree with a technical or engineering background.
• Several years of professional experience in a technical environment, preferably in certification management and engineering.
• Knowledge of specific certification standards such as IEC, DNVGL-ST, and other relevant norms in the offshore wind sector in Germany and Europe.
• Experience in the offshore wind or renewable energy sectors.
• Excellent communication skills for effectively conveying information to various project stakeholders.
• Dynamic work approach and quick grasp of technical contexts.
• Proficiency in English and German.
• Willingness to travel within Europe and potentially beyond.
• Team player with an interest in working in an international project environment.

As a member of SeaRenergy Group, Elbe1 offers a range of benefits to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance:

• Corporate Benefits Program – Enjoy exclusive discounts from numerous partner brands in categories like multimedia, automotive, travel, and lifestyle.
• Deutschlandticket – Use public transport anywhere in Germany for just €58 a month, €36.10 of which is subsidised by your employer. 
• EGYM Wellpass – Access gyms, pools, yoga, climbing, and online wellness programs for just €19.90/month (employer subsidizes €37.28).
• pme Family Service – Confidential support on childcare, eldercare, work-life balance, finances, and psychosocial well-being.
• Employee Referral Bonus – Recommend a candidate from your network and receive up to €3,000 after they successfully complete their probation.
• Sustainable Engagement Reward –Earn a €50 "guudschein" voucher for sustainable online shops or donate to an approved NGO by dedicating at least 10 hours to Corporate Sustainability projects.
• BusinessBike Leasing – Lease or purchase your bicycle through tax-advantaged salary conversion, with packages from Basic to Pro.
• Occupational Pension Scheme – Employer contribution of 20% for all full- and part-time employees, in partnership with Bernhard Assekuranzmakler.
• Bäderland Discount – Save 10% on tickets to all 24 Bäderland swimming pool and wellness locations in Hamburg and the surrounding area.

At our headquarters in Hamburg, we offer a range of local benefits that make the working day more enjoyable:

• Great work environment – Enjoy a beautiful office location right on the Alster, with complimentary coffee, fresh fruit, water, and snacks.
• Company Bikes – Use our office bikes for short trips or appointments in the city.
• Free E-Car Charging – Charge your private electric car at our designated EV spaces with a free charging card
• Modern shower facilites: Use our on-site showers to quickly freshen up, e.g. after a run during your lunch break or to cool down on a hot day.

You can expect an interesting role with room for initiative and responsibility in a dynamic team and an exciting industry environment. With direct involvement in operational topics, everyone at SeaRenergy has the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. We look forward to your contribution to projects and processes while gaining hands-on experience in the offshore wind sector.

Have we sparked your interest?

We look forward to receiving your application – please include your salary expectations and earliest possible start date.