Fabrication Engineer (all genders)

Join us in shaping the future of renewable energy!

Skyborn’s flagship project, the Gennaker offshore wind farm, has just received its construction and operations permit – a major milestone for what will become one of the largest offshore wind projects in the German Baltic Sea. With an installed capacity of 976.5 MW, Gennaker is set to deliver around 4 TWh of green electricity annually, enough to power approximately one million households. Scheduled for commissioning in 2028, this project is not only a cornerstone of Germany’s energy transition but also a benchmark for sustainable innovation. Be part of a team that turns ambition into reality and helps secure a cleaner, more resilient energy future.

Joining Skyborn means being a part of a global offshore wind leading developer with more than two decades of experience and a proven track record across the full project lifecycle — from early development to construction and long-term operations. You’ll work with 300+ committed, purpose-driven colleagues, take responsibility early, and grow in a collaborative, international environment where safety, integrity, and teamwork guide how we deliver results.

If you want your skills to make a tangible difference and to help build what tomorrow will run on, Gennaker offers a meaningful next step.

Become part of our Hamburg-based team as

Fabrication Engineer (all genders)

Your future tasks:

• Support the delivery and quality assurance of offshore wind foundation fabrication (monopiles, transition pieces, jackets), ensuring compliance with technical specifications, project schedules, and industry standards from design finalisation to ready-for-installation handover.
• Perform technical evaluation and support selection, approval, and performance monitoring of foundation suppliers in cooperation with the Fabrication Manager and HSEQ team, including participation in supplier audits.
• Act as the subject matter expert for fabrication requirements, owning Employer Requirements, supporting technical clarifications, and contributing to contract negotiations.
• Review and coordinate fabrication documentation, including drawings, WPS, QA/QC records, ITPs, TQs, NCRs, and as-built documentation, ensuring alignment with approved designs and specifications.
• Support and participate in inspections, FATs, pre-shipment checks, and fabrication yard site visits, ensuring compliance with welding, coating, certification, storage, and handling requirements.
• Track fabrication progress and milestones, manage non-conformities and corrective actions, liaise with certification bodies, and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement.

Your profile:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Welding Engineering, or similar.
• 3–6 years of experience in fabrication engineering or quality assurance, preferably within offshore wind or heavy marine structures.
• Strong understanding of offshore foundation fabrication processes, including welding, NDT, and corrosion protection. 
• Familiarity with relevant standards (e.g., ISO, DNV, EN) and certification processes. 
• Experience with fabrication monitoring, contractor coordination, and quality control procedures. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to technical detail. 
• Fluent in English (written and spoken), German language skills are an asset

Our benefits:

• Employment in an international company where you make a difference in the renewable energy sector
• Flexible ways of working: Mobile office regulation of 40% per week
• Enjoy your vacation of 30 days, extended with possible unpaid vacation days
• A modern work environment with open doors and room for your own ideas in a friendly, modern working environment
• Learning and Development Opportunities to support your personal and professional growth
• Our company celebrations, team events and get togethers are extraordinary 
• We care for your wellbeing, our Employee Assistance Program offers training and counselling to support your wellbeing
• Other employee benefits depending on location: capital-forming benefits, subsidized company pension plan, company bicycle leasing (business bike) and company fitness (EGYM Wellpass)

We look forward to receiving your application!