Fiber Optic Technician – Substation & Power Infrastructure Projects
Join MWS Work on major energy infrastructure projects across Europe as a Fiber Optic Technician. Enjoy a 3 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation, international exposure, and long-term career growth.
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If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in a thriving and purpose-driven environment, Muehlhan Wind Service could be the place for you.
Fiber Optic Technician – Substation & Power Infrastructure Projects
We are looking for experienced Fiber Optic Technicians to join our Grid & Substations team. This role will be responsible for supporting fiber optic installation, termination and testing activities within energy infrastructure projects across Europe.
About The Role
The Fiber Optic Technician executes fiber optic installation and maintenance activities, ensuring all work is performed according to technical specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards. Working as part of an international team, the Fiber Optic Technician supports the delivery of critical energy infrastructure projects that contribute to the expansion of renewable energy across Europe.
This position is, initially, based in Germany and operates on a rotational schedule of 3 weeks working on site followed by 2 weeks off in Portugal. This is a long-term project offering stability, professional development, and international exposure.
Key Responsibilities
Perform fiber optic installation and assembly activities according to project specifications.
Install, route, fusion splice, terminate, and test fiber optic cables and associated equipment.
Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and project documentation.
Conduct fiber optic testing using appropriate equipment and document test results.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Proven experience as a Fiber Optic Technician in telecommunications, energy, industrial, infrastructure, or construction environments.
Experience with fiber optic fusion splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documentation.
Familiarity with OTDR testing and other fiber optic testing equipment.
Knowledge of fiber optic installation standards and best practices.
Experience in substations, energy infrastructure, or high-voltage projects is considered an advantage, but is not mandatory.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment.
Intermediate English skills are mandatory.
Willingness to work on a rotational basis (3 weeks in Germany / 2 weeks in Portugal).
What We offer
Health insurance and Mental Health Support
Employee Assistance Program (Workplace Options)
Career development opportunities
International exposure within a dynamic and fast-growing environment.
Continuous training and development
Long-term project with rotational schedule (3 weeks on / 2 weeks off)
Travel and accommodation provided during rotations
Equal Opportunities Statement
Muehlhan Wind Services is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and make employment decisions without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
How to apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Location: Mortágua, Portugal
Start Date: As soon as possible
About Muehlhan Wind Service
Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is a world-leading, full-scope independent service provider, specializing in wind turbine installation and Operations & Maintenance solutions global wind energy clients.
Headquartered in Fredericia, Denmark, MWS is part of the Muehlhan Group, an international industrial services company based in Hamburg, Germany. With operations spanning multiple countries and business units, we deliver specialized solutions across the entire lifecycle of wind energy assets, both onshore and offshore.
Our expertise covers a wide range of services, including onshore and offshore installation, high-voltage and electrical services, blade inspections and repairs, statutory inspections, main component exchange, paint, special projects, manpower solutions, welding repairs, and more.
At Muehlhan Wind Service, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster a collaborative, international, and safety-driven environment where talented professionals can grow, make an impact, and contribute to the global transition towards renewable energy.
If you are passionate about working in a dynamic industry and want to be part of a team that is helping shape the future of sustainable energy, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please visit www.muehlhan.com.
- Department
- Electrical Services - Grid and substations - EMEA
- Locations
- Muehlhan Wind Service Portugal (Mortágua)
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Positions
- 12
- Job ID
- EDPV