Thermal Management Systems Engineer

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Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Converter Concept

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 Concept team within the Converter & Electrical Module. The Converter Concept team consists of 16 highly skilled designers and specialists located in Aarhus Denmark, Porto Portugal and Chennai India.

Responsibilities

As an Assistant Lead Engineer in Converter & Electrical Module, you will be a part of the Converter team and will report to Converter Concept Sub-Module Manager and your main responsibilities and tasks will be:

• Create preferred solution/concepts of catalogue for thermal management in Converters and busbars
• Create and maintain tools for climatic calculation and design for relevant components
• Create design description in relation to thermal solution for Converters
• Analysis and Simulation of main thermal design in Power Electronics Converters
• Reliability analysis of components in relation to thermal management
• Support component verification through test and analysis; create design verification documents
• Support in creating and maintaining basic guidelines for thermal modelling and measurements
• Support in creating and maintain modelling overview of solutions currently
• Carry out RCA and investigation on filed issues in relation to thermal management of Converters

Qualifications

Your qualifications include:

• A relevant master's degree in thermal, power electronic, electrical or mechanical
• Between 2-3 years of experience in thermal design of power electronics components
• Good leadership and communication skills and capable of acting as a motivator
• Good communication skills in English orally and written
• Capable of delivering short term results without losing the long-term vision

It would be nice if you have knowledge of:

• Power Semiconductor cooling (liquid and air)
• Thermal management of Capacitors, laminated bus, insulators, sensors
• Design for harsh environments
• Analysis, modelling, simulation, simulation tools.
• FE/FV modelling - both commercial tools (ANSYS + COMSOL) and self-constructed software
• Experience in experimental physics and design of test/verification.

Competencies

We see the ideal candidate having most of these professional and personal competencies:

• You are process oriented and have a structured way to work
• You have a proactive personality and can lead your surroundings with your good communication and stakeholder management
• You naturally guide, guide, advise and share knowledge with team and stakeholders
• You are a great networker and able to build, develop and maintain relationships in a global environment
• You possess English skills at a good level
• You should believe in and comply to our values of Passion, Collaboration, Simplicity and Accountability

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, collaborative, innovative 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.

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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