Module Technical Lead - Converter & Electrical

Are you ready to lead the technical development of core electrical systems in modern wind turbines?

Vestas is seeking a Module Technical Lead to drive the engineering execution of major product development projects within our Converter & Electrical organization.

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Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Converter & Electrical Technical Management

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 Converter & Electrical (C&E) Module is responsible for developing the technologies and products that form the electrical backbone of the wind turbine. This includes frequency converters, their control systems, and high‑voltage components such as transformers, switchgear, and internal turbine cables. The C&E Module is organized into several Sub‑Modules, each dedicated to a specific electrical component area, and supported by a Technical Management (TM) Sub‑Module. The TM team sets the overall technical direction for the module and ensures alignment and coherence across all engineering functions.

Within the Technical Management team, the Module Technical Lead (MTL) plays a central role. As an MTL, you are responsible for managing the technical execution of major product development projects, guiding them from the initial concept phase through to the start of manufacturing. This includes defining the project scope and requirements, managing interfaces between different technical areas, ensuring quality and compliance, and driving risk management activities. You act as a key facilitator for multidisciplinary engineering teams, enabling them to work effectively and ensuring that technical decisions follow best‑practice engineering principles. Stakeholder communication and alignment across functions are also essential parts of the role.

The MTL reports to the Module Design Owner and works closely with colleagues across Vestas’ global organization. Collaboration spans the full value chain and involves design hubs located in Denmark, Portugal, and India.

Responsibilities

As Module Technical Lead, you will have the technical responsibility of the deliverables within project(s). You will also practice dotted line technical delegation to the Sub Module Technical Leads in addition to the following responsibilities:

• Lead and execute design work in large, complex development projects, ensuring sufficient technical depth through expert engagement
• Support and guide both the core and extended technical teams throughout the project, complementing line management responsibilities
• Ensure project teams identify required tasks and follow best‑practice systems engineering processes
• Own relevant elements of technical risk assessment and mitigation, particularly during value engineering and negotiation phases
• Define and steer methodologies for design, development, and quality assurance, including integration and engineering change management
• Prepare and conduct technical reviews, reporting progress, risks, and decisions to senior management and key stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Marine, or Mechanical Engineering
• Solid working knowledge of Systems Engineering methods, including DFMEA, ConOps, requirement formulation, and functional modelling
• Minimum of six years of relevant industry experience
• Advantageous to have specialization in at least one Converter & Electrical (C&E) component area:

1. Frequency converters (power electronics design or control/software)
2. High‑voltage transformers
3. Switchgear
4. Cable systems or
5. Low‑voltage distribution

• Understanding of project‑management methodologies, preferably PRINCE2 or Agile/Scrum
• Experience working within structured product‑development processes and internal engineering procedures
• Demonstrated stakeholder‑management experience across the full value chain

Competencies

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates the following competencies and personal attributes:

• Energetic, positive, and enthusiastic mindset, combined with a readiness and a clear "can‑do" attitude
• Proactive and results‑oriented approach, with a high level of personal accountability
• Effective and consistent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Comfortable taking on a “leader within the team” role, guiding and influencing without formal line authority
• Able to structure and manage your own work independently, maintaining momentum and focus
• Skilled at coordinating and driving activities across different cultures and time zones
• Committed to high‑quality work, demonstrating a thorough quality mindset in all deliverables

What we offer

Vestas offers a diverse and varied role within an innovative, fast‑paced, and truly global environment. In this position, you will have significant influence on your responsibilities and the direction of your work, with opportunities to collaborate closely with senior leaders across a progressive organisation and industry. Vestas is committed to developing both your professional and personal capabilities, and for the right candidate, this role provides a solid foundation for continued career and leadership growth within a global setting.

You will experience a culture that places people first, where empowerment, accountability, and trust are central to how we work. Joining Vestas means becoming part of a collaborative international community, united by a shared purpose and the knowledge that your contributions support a more sustainable future. We highly value initiative, responsibility, and the ability to balance creativity with high‑quality execution in all solutions.

Additional information

Primary work location: Aarhus (Denmark) or Porto (Portugal)

Up to 20 days of travel per year.

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 1st Mar 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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