Assistant Lead / Engineer - Mechanical

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of wind turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Nacelle R&D > Nacelle Module > Nacelle TCM

Vestas Technology & Operations (VTO) is the integrated CTO and COO organization within Vestas, covering the full industrial value chain - from Research & Development, Procurement, and Manufacturing to Supply Chain and Quality. VTO's mission is to transform how Vestas engineers, sources, contracts, manufactures, and delivers its products to consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, cost efficiency, and speed to market.

The TCM Nacelle department is composed of a multicultural and diverse team of engineers from several nationalities, located across multiple regions worldwide. The team is responsible for developing solutions - including tools and processes - for the transport and installation of Vestas components globally. We are involved in the development of both onshore and offshore turbine solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate technical project activities
• Select mechanical concepts, define solutions, and plan solutions validation
• Participate in field testing to validate tools and value chain processes
• Ensure cross functional collaboration with relevant interface owners throughout the value chain
• Supervise design risks of your solutions, tools, and drawings
• Ensure communication with suppliers and manufacturing, making sure to meet design targets and timelines

 Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's / PhD in Mechanical / Structural / Similar specialization
• Minimum 6 years of experience as Structural or Mechanical Design
• Experience / interest in mechanical design and specification in compliance with relevant international standards
• Experience / interest in CAD development software

  Competencies

• Interest in structural analysis and FEA (Tool: ANSYS)
• Experience / interest in Scrum methodology or other Agile-related method
• Guided by knowledge & learnings
• Self-motivated, target focused, team member, creative, organized & structured person
• Effective communication skills and fluency in English (speaking and writing)

What We Offer

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which includes 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. We invite you to learn more about Vestas by visiting our website at www.vestas.com and following us on our social media channels.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be in Chennai, India.

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. Please be advised to apply on or before 30th April 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. 
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.