Engineer, Power Conversion

Professional | Full-Time  | Engineering

Ready to join our team as an Engineer in Power Conversion? Explore wind turbine workings, from control systems to electromechanical components, gaining broad knowledge across functions like industrial control panels, cables, sensors, and actuators. If this sounds exciting, we want to hear from you!

Power Solutions & Vestas Quality > Applications, Controls & Electrical > Yaw, Lubrication & Hydraulics 

You will be part of the Control & Auxiliary Power development team in the Control Hardware organization, going across the organization to cover all interfaces regarding auxiliary power and integration of the control system. This position will give you an original overview of how the different parts of the turbine work together. You will gain a broad knowledge of the different functions of the turbine and be involved in areas that include industrial control panels, cables, sensors, actuators, electromechanical systems, and control functions. You will also be involved in the development and integration of innovative solutions that will keep Vestas as the leader in sustainable energy solutions.

Responsibilities

As an Engineer within Control & Auxiliary Power, your responsibilities will be:

• To handle and provide technical solutions in Yaw, Lubrication & Hydraulics, working in close interaction and collaboration with our R&D teams as well as external suppliers
• Guide technical projects following the modular Vestas approach to market, from the early concept stage through design and verification. The project timeline is primarily 1 to 1.5 years
• Provide guidance on technical solutions as a cross-module technical project manager.
• Implement the new design in accordance with Vestas' process and engineering change management system
• Platform design responsibility, creating high-level technical purchase descriptions, enabling external suppliers to deliver our products in the expected quality and within the agreed timelines

Qualifications

• B.Sc.E.E, M.Sc.E.E or other relevant education combined with 2 years of professional experience
• Experience of working with Control panel design, knowledge of Low-Voltage components and system testing
• Knowledge of International standards such as IEC, UL, etc., e.g. IEC 60204-1 Machine directive
• Good communication skills in English (oral and written)
• Work experience in a global company would be beneficial.

Competencies

• You have a natural proficiency in knowledge-sharing, directing, guiding and coaching your colleagues and peer project managers.
• You are outgoing and communicate with power and trust. You find it exciting and interesting to work with other people in a large organisation and can build up an intensive network across cultures and time zones.
• You have a high level of motivation to get things done.
• You are customer-oriented and have the ability to understand the complete business value chain seen from a customer perspective.
• You have the ability to work in a time-sensitive setting with multiple targets and stakeholders

What We Offer

We’re offering you a job with significant involvement from project concept to final verification. You’ll work at a high level with cutting-edge technologies, making a deep impact on Vestas’ future growth. As part of a consolidated and streamlined global organization, you’ll have many interested and supportive parties. Join us, and be part of an international organization with opportunities for professional and personal growth

Additional Information 

The primary work location will be Aarhus, Denmark. To be considered for this role, you will need to apply online before May 20, 2024. We will review applications on an ongoing basis. We can withdraw from the job and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. For more information, please contact recruiter, Vips Patel, Vippa@vestas.com

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.