CAD Engineer

Do you want to shape the future for green energy?

Vestas Technology & Operations > Vestas Technology & Operations > Converter Design & Integration

Vestas R&D is where new product ideas or technologies are matured, developed, tested, and improved. To put it short, Vestas R&D is the cornerstone of Vestas. We are shaping the future of modern energy.

The Converter & Electrical Module is part of Vestas R&D organization. The department is an essential contributor in making the current and future wind turbines more efficient and cost effective by developing the electrical power conversion components as power stack (power electronics), transformer and switchgear. This is done by being responsible for development and maintenance of the components according to the full value chain requirements. All Vestas products are based on internally developed converters since electrical power conversion is at the core of how a wind turbine performs, operates and interacts with the electrical grid.

The daily work will be within a broad network of stakeholders and together with the electrical, mechanical and thermal specialists you will set the standard for tomorrows design.

You will be a part of the Converter Design & Integration team within the Converter & Electrical Module. The Converter Design and Integration team consists of 15+ highly skilled designers and specialists located in Aarhus Denmark, Porto Portugal and Chennai India.

Responsibilities

As CAD Engineer, you will be a part of the Converter Design & Integration team and report to the Manager within Converter & Electrical Module. Your main responsibilities will be Mechanical and CAD design of key components of Wind Turbines such as Converters, Bus-bar and Integration in to Nacelle.

Your key responsibilities and task will be to:

• Clarifying and aligning design requirements with all relevant stakeholders
• Obtaining and often modifying CAD geometries to match those requirements. Concept definition.
• Mange and join the CAD and BOM change lower structure.
• Define the 3D CAD/ BOM change and monitor design ECO is closed.
• Setting up and implementing FE analyses to verify the design, on different stages of product development
• Manage VOC and VOA for a system and components.
• Deliver design change descriptions for detailed design, to be an input for the system design
• Create and maintain documentation towards the design
• Facilitate communication with suppliers and manufacturing, making sure to meet design targets and cost-down activities
• Perform Failure Mode Analysis (i.e. DFMEA)

Qualifications

• B.Sc or M.Sc. within Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 1 year of experience within design and development of mechanical systems. Experience using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is advantageous, as well as in Creo Simulate, SimSolid or Ansys
• Understanding and experienced with tools like Creo and Windchill, Significant Knowledge of PLM systems
• Able to work with design standards and familiar with steel structures
• Experience in Engineering change process and BoM transfer to SAP
• Experience in mechanical testing would be advantageous
• Ability to understand and evaluate data (input/output) related to vibration testing (e.g.: PSD, Grms, frequency response)
• Knowledge on vibration simulation analysis (specially random dynamics) to detect and highlight potential failures during the design phase. Ensure that the design solutions meet the product requirements for Vibration
• Good Understanding about Vibration Analysis Software, Vibration Data Acquisition systems, Vibration sensors and various Condition Monitoring techniques (this last one is beneficial)

Competencies

• High level of safety awareness
• Good attention to detail with a methodical and flexible approach
• Experienced in project execution in a matrix organization
• Enhanced organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience working in international teams and with suppliers
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• You are independent and structured
• You believe in Vestas values of Simplicity, Passion, Collaboration and Accountability

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, creative, motivated and international work environment in the renewable energy sector. We highly value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. Your work location will be at Vestas Power Solutions in Porto, Portugal. Up to 30 travel days per year can be expected.

Additional information

We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume in English.

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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. 
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