System Lead

Drive Next-Generation Wind Turbine Systems as a System Lead

Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Control HW Technical Management 

We are seeking a System Lead to join our Auxiliary Power Agile Release Train (ART) and play a pivotal role in advancing a more model-based, architecture-driven, and systems-engineering approach to the development of next-generation wind turbine solutions.
In this role, you will be responsible for defining and integrating system architecture, requirements, functional models, interfaces, risk assessments, and verification strategies across multiple engineering disciplines. Acting as a key technical link between stakeholders, you will help ensure alignment and traceability throughout the product development lifecycle.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future design, integration, and validation of Auxiliary Power Systems, contributing directly to the development of innovative, reliable, and high-performing wind energy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-level requirements engineering, ensuring end-to-end traceability throughout the product development lifecycle
• Develop and maintain system architectures, functional models, and engineering frameworks that support robust solution design
• Drive functional decomposition and allocate requirements effectively across subsystems and engineering domains
• Lead interface management and technical alignment across hardware, software, platform, and standing teams
• Support the development of system architectures, technology roadmaps, and future product capabilities
• Define and implement verification, validation, and system-level risk management strategies, including DFMEA and functional safety activities
• Apply model-based systems engineering, simulation, and digital engineering practices while collaborating closely with Product Management, Architecture, Hardware, Software, Verification & Integration teams, and external partners to deliver integrated solutions

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Systems Engineering and system-level product development
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering practices
• Requirements Engineering, including requirements management and traceability
• Functional Architecture, Functional Modelling, and system decomposition
• System Integration, Verification, and Validation (V&V)
• Reliability Engineering, Risk Assessment, and DFMEA methodologies
• Development of complex hardware and software systems within industries such as renewable energy, industrial automation, control systems, power electronics, aerospace, automotive, rail, or similar sectors

Competencies

• Strong Systems Engineering expertise with a holistic systems-thinking approach and system lifecycle perspective
• Proven experience in Requirements Engineering, including requirements definition, allocation, and end-to-end traceability management
• Solid understanding of system architecture development, functional decomposition, and functional modelling
• Experience managing interfaces and technical dependencies across multiple engineering disciplines and stakeholders
• Knowledge of Verification & Validation strategies, reliability engineering, and risk analysis methodologies such as DFMEA and FTA
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, facilitation, and technical leadership skills within complex, cross-functional organizations
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Agile product development or technical domains such as renewable energy, industrial automation, control systems, power electronics, automotive, aerospace, rail, or similar industries

What we offer

Join us on an exciting journey to strengthen Systems Engineering as a core capability and help shape the future of sustainable energy solutions.
You will collaborate with talented engineers across multiple disciplines, driving the development of next-generation technologies through a systems-oriented and architecture-driven approach. This role offers the opportunity to influence complex product development, bridge engineering domains, and contribute to the transformation of how innovative solutions are designed, integrated, and delivered.
If you are passionate about architecting complex systems, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and applying systems thinking to solve challenging engineering problems, we would love to hear from you.
Be part of building the engineering foundation that powers the future of renewable energy.

Additional information

This position can be based in Aarhus, Denmark or Porto, Portugal. 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 21st Nov 2026.

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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.