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Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Generator

Research & Development (R&D) business unit leads the technology development of our wind turbine products. We are responsible for its development, verification, and industrialization. It is here that we lay the technological foundation for securing our role as the global leader in sustainable energy.

The Generator submodule consists of highly skilled employees, situated at our main locations in Denmark, Germany, and Portugal. The department is accountable for the Generator submodule, converting the mechanical energy from the wind turbine rotor and drivetrain into raw electrical power. The team is characterized by Vestas values: Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity, and Passion which form the backbone for our culture of delivering excellence.

In the Generator submodule, we build our design on a long tradition of both in-house and externally supplied generator products, of both induction & synchronous types. We focus on providing solutions with predictable performance, reliability, and cost to the market - faster than our competitors.

Within this evolving and complex environment, we have an opening for a Generator Engineer.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the development of solutions for the Generator product, following Vestas's project framework and Stage-/Gate models. Your responsibilities will also extend to the Brake system and to the Turner gears. You will work with advanced tools such as CREO, Windchill, and Jira. All these activities, in collaboration with technical experts and project managers. The main activities under this responsibility will include:

• Product development: from requirements and early concept to detailed design and verification
• Product maintenance, incl. implementation of improvements and/or cost-out opportunities
• Engineering Change Management
• Risk assessment
• Stakeholder management, involving external suppliers - globally
• Planning of own work in Jira

Qualifications

• M. Sc./B. Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
• +2 years in the field of product development (beneficial within drive technology)
• Experienced in managing complex problems in global project organizations
• Fluent English language skills (speaking and writing) are required
• Knowledge of six-sigma tools, e.g., DFMEA
• Work experience within global matrix organizations or within the wind industry is valuable

Competencies

• A solid technical understanding and can communicate your thoughts and ideas well, to the teams
• You are engaged, enduring, result-oriented, and have a good sense of responsibility
• You can plan your own work and motivate members of the team
• You have the ability with stakeholder management
• You acknowledge the importance of business processes, incl. engineering change management

What We Offer

You will be a prominent figure within sustainable energy solutions, and you will get the chance to contribute to the green agenda with innovative solutions. In a fast-growing organization, you will find yourself in a stimulating and sometimes uncertain job with motivated and skilled colleagues. We have a diverse mix of experience and skills, working close together to make Vestas' vision a reality. You will experience an employee-centered approach with a lot of empowerment and responsibilities. In short, join Vestas and you will find yourself working in a spirit of worldwide collaboration while enjoying the knowledge that you are making a positive difference for the future.

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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 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.
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