Deutsche Windtechnik AG

Cracks under control 👀: How we use optical fibers to protect Senvion turbines Detecting hairline cracks in blade bearings before they turn into costly failures - that’s the promise of BBG+, our innovative monitoring system. Using robust polymer optical fibers, invisible risks become measurable data. ERNEUERBARE ENERGIEN talked to our colleagues Martin Lassen and Silvio Matysik about how to extend the lifespan of Senvion with this technology. Find the full article (in German) in the comments below 👇  

Get to know technical dispatcher Judith🙋♀️ Female pioneers in wind technology: From career changer to team leader      Judith Albertsen, 25, is a team leader in the dispatch department at Deutsche Windtechnik. Her path to this position was not always easy. As a career changer, she had to familiarise herself with the technical area and prove herself. She's responsible for 97 service technicians, and only one them is female. In this interview, Judith talks about the challenges, her personal development, and her career in a male-dominated service industry.       Judith, as a career changer, what has your experience in technology been like? 👩🎓 After training as an office administrator 👩💻 at Deutsche Windtechnik, I gained my first experience in technology in the safety technology department, where I worked for 1.5 years. After that, I went straight into technical scheduling. It wasn't always easy here at first. I was young and had to prove myself first, especially as a woman surrounded exclusively by men. Over time, I demonstrated my ability to take on responsibility and was offered the position of team leader.   How did you acquire the technical knowledge that you need today in your role as a dispatcher?      It was definitely a challenge for me at the beginning. Our Region West team is responsible for 1,200 turbines. They have to be serviced regularly, and there are also short-term fault clearance and repair assignments. This also requires a lot of technical expertise in the scheduling department. But I've become more and more confident, especially by working with the service technicians and constantly learning new processes.       How do you deal with the demands of employee management as a team leader?      Building a good relationship through regular discussions was very valuable for me. Initially, I often visited "my" service technicians during their safety weeks. We frequently use Microsoft Teams in our daily work, and I also visit the field for direct engagement.    As the only woman in your position, do you feel that how you deal with your male colleagues is different?      There are differences in the way I deal with men and women. I find that women often communicate more emotionally, whereas men tend to be more rational. But that doesn't bother me; I've integrated well into the team and found my place. Nevertheless, I would be delighted to see more women. Many women don't even know what you do in scheduling. You can develop well here. But the wind industry, in general, also has huge potential - especially for women!      Thank you very much, Judith, for the exciting insights into your professional life! 💐 Do you want to join Deutsche Windtechnik? Check out all our job offers here on LinkedIn or on our website!

Deutsche Windtechnik’s ADLS 🚨: A proven success, now expanding internationally With the 2024 deadline for Aircraft Detection Lighting Systems (ADLS) now behind us in Germany, we celebrate a major milestone: successfully equipping 4,000 wind turbines - onshore and offshore - with its transponder-based ADLS. ⛰️🌊🚨 Despite challenges like supply chain disruptions, we stayed on track. 💪 Now, as Germany’s ADLS market stabilises, we can shift our focus - offering cost-efficient solutions for NEW turbines and set sights on international expansion. Austria is poised to be next, with legislation in the works. As a pioneer in ADLS technology, we are ready to lead the charge wherever new regulations emerge. Stay tuned for what’s ahead! Find the full press release in the comments 👇

Rosie and the Screwdriver 🪛 Have you met Rosie Beevor, our Country Manager for the UK Offshore unit? Insight Energy features a truly fascinating interview with her. How did she end up in her current role - and what does the children’s book Miles and the Screwdriver have to do with it? 🧑🔧🪛 Discover more about Rosie’s inspiring career journey, including why she took a step "back" from management to become a technician, and what role she held in the army before that. You can read the full interview in the latest issue of Insight Energy, on page 36. Check the comments for the link! 👇

Unlock more years for your wind turbines? 🔓 Maximise the service life of your aging wind turbines with LiTEplus, an innovative measuring system that provides precise load data to enhance lifetime extension assessments. Developed in partnership with Bachmann electronic GmbH, LiTEplus eliminates conservative estimations by delivering real-time structural insights: to help turbines achieve up to eight extra years of operation. 💡How are we doing this? A practical example provides clarity See how a single installation turned a 0.4-year extension into 6.5 years at the Südergellersen wind farm. With minimal downtime, low-cost retrofitting, and continuous monitoring, LiTEplus ensures safe, efficient turbine operation. Don't let your turbines retire early 👵👴 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eFxN3GHs

🌍💨 Copenhagen, here we come! 💨🌍 From April 8 to 10, we’ll be at WindEurope – find us at Booth C4-C50! 🤝 We’re excited for great conversations, valuable old and new connections, and meeting all of you. See you there! 🙌

Get to know service technician Lea-Marie 🙋♀️ Technology fascinates - from a simple screw to a powerful wind turbine.  Eight hundred seventy-three male and five female service technicians work for Deutsche Windtechnik in Germany. One of them is 22-year-old Lea-Marie.  In this interview, she discusses her journey as a woman in the male-dominated technology sector, the importance of interacting with colleagues, and her passion for troubleshooting.     Lea-Marie, what inspired your interest in technology, and how did you enter the wind industry?    I started getting interested in motorbike riding while I was still at school. I had a 125cc motorbike - the slowest thing after a moped. 🏍️ At some point, I started taking it apart and putting it back together again. It was just exciting to see how everything worked. From there, I got into mechanics and did my car mechanic training in an independent garage. 🔩🔧 I then became aware of Deutsche Windtechnik via the Internet. I thought to myself: 'This is it!' I applied, and since then, I can't imagine doing anything else. 😊     What do you particularly enjoy about the technical work on the wind turbines?     The troubleshooting! It's a bit of a thrill. You go step by step and check everything to find the error. 🕵♀️ Often with the help of technical support. It's fun to uncover the issue, and I feel proud to have figured it out. Having a motivated team colleague who is equally committed to the task is also important. 👯   What is it like to be a woman working in an industry that is predominantly male?      It wasn't easy at the beginning of my training in the garage. They assumed that, as a woman, I could not handle such large tasks. I often felt that they did not trust me as much. At first, I was annoyed because I wanted to learn and do things hands-on. In the end, I didn't let it discourage me. Today at Deutsche Windtechnik, people have confidence in me. You can always ask, you can always call. It's like being part of a big family! 🫶    How do you deal with the physical demands of the work?     It's definitely physically demanding. That's why I sometimes find it difficult to go to the gym after a long day at work. At work, we are regularly required to climb up the ladder to reach the equipment. If that happens several times, I notice every muscle that has been used. But that's precisely what keeps me fit.     Thank you for your honest insights, Lea-Marie! 💐 When are YOU applying?

Women in wind technology! 🌬️ More and more women are making their mark in technical professions - challenging stereotypes and shaping the future of renewable energy, also at Deutsche Windtechnik. From service technicians working at heights to IT specialists driving innovation, these female pioneers are paving the way for future generations of women. 💪 Curious to learn more about their journeys and insights? Check out their inspiring stories here: https://lnkd.in/e4yUVi-v

Your next adventure: Work as a Service Technician in the USA! 🇺🇸🌍 Are you a Service Technician who loves the view from a wind turbine - but ready for a new horizon? Our expat program lets you start your career in the USA straight from Germany! 📍Onboarding in Houston, Texas 📆Minimum 2-year stay ✈️Flight & visa covered by the company 🏡Support with relocation & housing 💵Housing allowance & health insurance Whether you prefer traveling across the country or working at a fixed location - your next adventure awaits! Ready to take the leap? More information you can find here (in German): https://lnkd.in/eejWA9-s

🌊 Belgian Offshore Days 2025 🌊 Join us on March 12 & 13 in Ostend, Belgium, for the fair and conference for the offshore industry! Meet our team at Booth 103 - we are looking forward meeting you there. 🤝 Don't miss this opportunity to connect - see you there! ⚓