Project Manager - Electrical Product Development

Join Vestas as a Project Manager and play a key role in delivering innovative control hardware solutions that power the future of sustainable energy. Collaborate with a diverse, global team and help accelerate the energy transition.

Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Control HW Project 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 Control Hardware Project Management department is a diverse team of highly experienced Project Managers and Planners, working across platform, technology, and legacy portfolios.
As part of the broader Control Hardware organization, we are responsible for delivering the turbine’s low-voltage electrical hardware infrastructure, including electronics, cables, sensors, panels, and power supplies.

Our department combines both technology development and project execution, with a strategic focus on continuous improvement and optimizing the way we work.

Responsibilities

Your core responsibilities include:

• Deliver the agreed project scope within defined tolerances for time, cost, quality, scope, risks, and benefits
• Plan, manage, execute, and control projects in accordance with Vestas Governance, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to relevant stakeholders
• Drive alignment across the value chain by engaging with a broad range of project stakeholders
• Establish an effective project organization with strong governance, demonstrating leadership throughout all phases of the project
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks to ensure successful outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering or Business)
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience managing medium- to high-complexity R&D projects within a matrix organization, working with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
• Recognized project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMI, or similar)
• Good command of English, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project and JIRA
• Experience with Stage-Gate model project delivery is beneficial

Competencies

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

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills targeting the relevant audience in the organization, across cultures
• Open-minded and motivated to thrive in an international, fast-paced environment
• Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership, driving continuous improvements in project execution within the department

What we offer

We offer an exciting and challenging role in a global leader within sustainable energy solutions. You will become part of a highly professional and international work environment that supports both personal and professional development.
At Vestas, we value initiative, accountability and the ability to balance creativity with quality in everything we do. You will play a key role in shaping how our products and solutions reach the market, while also having the opportunity to define your own role within an informal, innovative, and collaborative setting—contributing to our shared mission of building a more sustainable future.

Additional information

The primary work location for this position is Aarhus, Denmark.
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 10th Oct 2025.

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 necessar 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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