Lead Engineer

3 semanas atrás

Leça do Balio, Portugal Vestas Tempo inteiro

Ready to shape the future of wind energy as a Lead Engineer at Vestas? Join our collaborative team at LaC Product Architecture and Roadmap, where you will explore market needs, advance product development, and optimize turbine performance.

Power Solutions & Vestas Quality > Product Solutions & Integration > Loads & Control

Vestas Power Solutions is the cornerstone of Vestas. Through innovation, development, and continuous product improvement, we develop products and technologies that reduce the cost of energy and bring the highest possible value to our customers and Vestas. To put it short, Vestas Power Solutions develops the wind power systems of the future. 

As a part of Vestas Power Solutions, the LaC Product Architecture and Roadmap department is responsible for translating the Market needs into viable future products. The responsibility spans from high-level turbine architecture studies and product roadmap analyses for the different markets to the first execution phases of new product development. The team consists of highly skilled, multinational, and experienced engineers who are architects of the future, shaping the landscape of wind energy through innovation, diligence, and a constant pursuit of excellence. 

Responsibilities 

Together with your colleagues, you will be responsible for: 

Market analysis of Vestas portfolio within the department's responsibilities 

In cooperation with the rest of the mechanical and electrical departments, study the architectural choices for future products 

Feasibility studies of new wind turbine products aiming at optimizing power, loads, and noise performance through innovative use of sensors, controllers and actuators 

Assess and implement changes that enhance the performance, efficiency, and sustainability of Vestas Wind Turbine Solutions 

Choose and tune the correct control technologies and algorithms that best fit the product that is in development. 

Improvement of processes that ensures lean and efficient execution 

Ensure stakeholder alignment across the organization 

Guide the project to a level of maturity with a frozen architecture and a clear target market 

Qualifications 

MSc. or PhD. within Mechanical, Civil, Wind, Control or Mechatronic Engineering or similar, combined with 5 to 8 years of working experience within the wind industry or comparable field 

Proven history in running wind turbine product developments from a technical point of view 

Knowledge of aeroelastic tools such as Flex5, Bladed or HAWC2 

Solid competencies within dynamic simulations of mechanical systems 

Knowledge of aerodynamics ideally applied to wind turbines 

Experience with MATLAB/Simulink 

Knowledge of control for wind turbine applications; experience in tuning or developing control algorithms is ideal 

Competencies 

To excel in the position, we expect that you are/have: 

Pro-active, result-oriented and have a solid sense of responsibility 

Ability to meet your deadlines with the right quality 

Creative approach to complex scenarios 

Succeed as part of a team, and it comes naturally to you to collaborate and share knowledge 

Good communication skills and fluency in English (speaking and writing) 

Good at handling multiple stakeholders at various levels of the organization 

Ability to work within an international team 

What We Offer 

We offer an opportunity to be part of an innovative team in an exciting business with a comprehensive product range. The working environment in Loads & Control is informal but with clear strategic direction. You will be part of a project-oriented organization with competent colleagues in an inspiring work environment. Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity and Passion are our core values and we always put safety first. You will be offered an attractive compensation package based on your qualifications and the demands of this position. 

You will be part of an international organization with opportunities to grow and develop in the job, both professionally and personally. 

Additional Information 

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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