Specialist Mechanical Engineer

Do you enjoy reverse engineering or identifying underlying root causes in technical situations? Are you experienced within handling multiple stakeholders as well as turning complex information to manageable insights to people less technically informed? Then this position might be for you!

Vestas Technology & Operations > Frontend Engineering & Technology > Offshore Mechanical Engineering

WTG Engineering NCE department is responsible to support regional Service and partly Construction organizations with technical knowledge to ensure Vestas WTGs are properly installed, operated, and maintained onshore and offshore. The department consists of four teams: Mechanical-, Electrical-, Blades- and Civil Engineering teams.

The Offshore Mechanical Engineering team is a sub department of Mechanical Engineering NCE consisting of 4 highly experienced and skilled employees located in Aarhus/ Denmark. Further growth is expected short term.

Reporting to the manager for Offshore Mechanical Engineering NCE, you will be part of a team that supports the realization of Vestas' strategy, emphasizing customer care and safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized support on bolted connections, fasteners, and structural components
• Initiate root cause analysis and provide short or long-term solutions
• Review inspection reports and recommend corrective actions
• Analyze turbine data to track and assess failure trends 
• Handle technical queries and represent engineering in client meetings
• Detect design flaws and coordinate improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering, Marine Engineering or equivalent combined with work experience in structural design
• Extensive knowledge in design and applications of bolted connections, various bolt tensioning processes, ITH smart tools, as well as steel structural components. Knowledge of vibration is welcomed
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, verbally and in writing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Familiarity with design standards as well as wind industry standards
• Background in the wind energy sector is preferred but not mandatory

Competencies

• Great leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
• Solving problems with data and practical thinking
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and changing priorities while staying focused and following through to completion
• A highly motivated applicant focused on outcomes and ready to engage with a collaborative team approach
• Skilled at articulating messages with clarity and efficiency
• Organized, strategic, and self-motivated, with a deep sense of ownership

What we offer

We offer an exciting job with unique opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, and international environment at a top organization in wind energy.
We value initiative, accountability, and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will join a highly skilled environment that emphasizes technical excellence. We have a good atmosphere within the team & department, and everyone is prepared to support when needed.

Additional information

Your primary work location will be Aarhus, Denmark.
You should expect some travel activity, approximately 3-4 weeks per year within NCE region.
If the above match your skills and qualifications, please apply no later than 2nd of July, 2025. Your CV and cover letter should be in English. Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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 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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