Control Engineer

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a motivation 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!

Product Solutions & Integration > Loads & Control > LaC Onshore Product Response

Loads&Control (LaC) organization, being part of Product Solutions & Integration, is responsible for designing and optimizing Vestas' products for optimal performance, loads and control strategies to design product responses to market roadmap requirements, translating product roadmap into module requirements with full value chain integration.

As Control Engineer, you will take responsibility to develop optimal Loads&Control solutions for product lifecycle application and utilize the full potential of onshore turbines or improve commercial efficiency as per market needs. You will be part of a global team distributed across Denmark, Portugal and India.

Responsibilities

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

• Develop the technical aspects of control development for a specific product from feasibility state to fully verified product

• Development and tuning of control algorithms

• Improvement of processes ensuring a lean and efficient execution

• Implementation of control algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink or ANSYS SCADE Suite

• Verification on all levels, including software tests and field testing

• Risk management activities such as risk assessments and failure mode and effect analysis

Qualifications

• MSc. or PhD. within Control Engineering or similar;

• Few years of working experience within wind energy engineering or similar field;

• Experience in control development for wind turbine applications;

• Knowledge of dynamic mechanical or hydraulic systems;

• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink,embedded code

• Experience with software development tools such as Stash, CVS, ClearCase or similar.

• Knowledge of aerodynamics and aero-elasticity,MPC

Competencies

• You are focused, result oriented and have a clear sense of responsibility

• You are able to meet your deadlines with the right quality

• You have a creative approach to new opportunities

• You work as part of a team and it comes naturally to you to collaborate and share knowledge

• You have good communication skills and are fluent in English (speaking and writing)

• Last, but not least, you will be required to work within an international team

What We Offer

We offer an opportunity to be part of a world class team in an exciting business with a very 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 very 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 - professionally and personally

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be Vestas India, Chennai.

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 31st July 2024.

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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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