Onshore Wind Recruitment Specialists

Onshore wind roles span the full project lifecycle. Common positions include wind farm development managers, civil engineers, electrical engineers, turbine installation supervisors, commissioning engineers, HSE advisors, project managers and O&M technicians. During construction phases, demand is highest for site supervisors, civil works specialists, and electrical commissioning engineers. Long-term operations roles include SCADA technicians, service engineers and asset managers.

Most technical roles require relevant engineering qualifications - typically HNC, HND, or degree-level qualifications in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering. Turbine-specific training (GWO Basic Safety Training, manufacturer-accredited courses) is increasingly required for site-based roles. Project management positions may require PRINCE2 or PMI certification. Some roles, particularly commissioning and HV work, require specific licences or accreditations.

Yes. Onshore wind capacity is expanding across North America, Europe, and emerging markets, with governments targeting significant increases in installed capacity over the next decade. This is driving sustained demand for development, construction, and O&M professionals. Repowering of older wind farms is also generating a new wave of engineering and project management requirements alongside greenfield development.

Contract roles are tied to specific project phases - construction, commissioning, or an outage - and typically offer higher day rates but no employment benefits. Permanent roles provide salary, benefits, and long-term stability with a developer, OEM, or asset owner. ERSG places both; the right option depends on your career stage, financial preference and whether you want project variety or a defined organisational home.

Hiring organisations include wind farm developers (utilities, IPPs, and independent developers), EPC contractors managing full project delivery, turbine OEMs such as Vestas, Siemens Gamesa, and GE Vernova, specialist electrical and civil subcontractors and asset management and O&M service providers. Some roles also exist with planning consultancies, grid connection advisors and environmental consultancies involved in project development.

Salaries vary significantly by discipline and seniority. Graduate-level engineers typically start at £28,000–£35,000. Mid-level project managers and engineers typically earn £45,000–£65,000. Senior development managers and technical directors can command £75,000–£100,000 or more. Contract day rates range from £250–£350 for technician-level roles to £450–£650 for experienced engineers and project managers.

ERSG's onshore wind team places contract and permanent professionals across the full project lifecycle in the US, Europe, and international markets. To register or discuss current opportunities, use the contact form on this page to speak with a consultant about your experience and what roles suit your next move. Live vacancies are listed in the jobs section above.