Generator Specialist

Ready to shape the future of wind energy?

Join Vestas as a Generator Specialist and take a leading role in driving generator verification across cutting-edge turbine technologies.

In this cross-functional position, you will influence system performance, reliability, and innovation while collaborating with global experts in Portugal, Germany, and Denmark.

If you bring deep technical expertise and passion for sustainable energy, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on the green transition.

Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Powertrain > Generator

Vestas Technology & Operations (VTO) is the integrated CTO and COO organization within Vestas, encompassing the full industrial value chain — from Research & Development, Procurement and Manufacturing to Supply Chain and Quality. VTO’s mission is to transform the way Vestas engineers, sources, contracts, manufactures and delivers its products to consistently meet the highest standards for quality, cost efficiency and time-to-market.

The Generator Submodule is comprised of highly skilled professionals located across our main hubs in Portugal, Germany, and Denmark. The team is responsible for the generator system, which plays a critical role in converting mechanical energy from the wind turbine rotor and drivetrain into electrical power.

Our culture is strongly rooted in Vestas’ core values—Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity, and Passion—which guide our daily work and support our ambition to achieve world-class performance.

The Generator Submodule builds on a strong legacy of both in-house development and externally sourced generator solutions. Our portfolio spans a broad range of technologies, including:

• Induction generators
• Synchronous generators

We are committed to delivering solutions that ensure:

• Predictable performance
• High reliability
• Cost efficiency

Within this dynamic and innovative environment, we are currently seeking a Generator Specialist. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to and help shape the functional leadership team within generator verification, playing a key role in advancing our technical excellence.

Responsibilities

As a Generator Specialist, you will take ownership of system integration and functional leadership within generator verification across multiple projects. You will ensure alignment with Vestas’ project framework and Stage-Gate models, while driving consistency, quality, and efficiency across initiatives.

This role carries a strong cross-project and cross-functional mandate, with a focus on technical governance, best practices, and continuous improvement.

• Define and continuously improve verification strategies for new generator designs and technologies
• Lead end-to-end generator verification activities, including planning, testing, evaluation, reporting, and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with design engineers in FMEA processes to develop robust verification methodologies
• Establish and ensure consistent use of guidelines, standards, and best practices across projects
• Perform advanced data analysis and root-cause investigations, translating insights into corrective actions
• Act as the domain sign-off authority for generator verification during peer reviews and key milestones
• Provide technical leadership by coaching engineers, supporting projects, and driving continuous improvement across the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in product development and verification within drivetrain or generator technologies.
• Proven track record of working within complex, global project organizations
• Specialization in at least one of the following generator domains:
  - Electromagnetics
  - Thermal behavior
  - Noise & Vibration (NVH) in electrical machines

• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication abilitie

Competencies

• Strong technical foundation with a system-level understanding of generator design and verification
• Ability to clearly document, communicate, and justify technical work, ideas, and decisions.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, resilience, and a result-oriented mindset, combined with a high level of accountability
• Capable of planning and structuring own work, while effectively driving progress through others
• Strong understanding of the importance of business processes, including engineering change management and quality governance

What we offer

At Vestas, you will play a visible and impactful role in advancing sustainable energy solutions, contributing directly to the global green transition through innovation.

Joining a fast-growing organization, you will be part of a dynamic and evolving environment, working alongside motivated and highly skilled colleagues. Our teams bring together a diverse range of experiences and expertise, collaborating closely to turn Vestas’ vision into reality.

We foster a strong “people-first” culture, where empowerment, trust, and ownership are at the forefront. You will be given both the responsibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

In essence, you will be part of a globally collaborative organization, while taking pride in contributing to a more sustainable future.

Additional information

Primary work location: Aarhus (Denmark)

A Vestas location is the primary place of work and work is performed there for a minimum of 03 days per week.

We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 29th Jun 2026.

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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.

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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 185 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 30,000 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. 
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