Lead Control Engineer

2 months ago

Aarhus, Denmark Vestas Full time

Professional | Full-Time | Engineering
Do you want to have an important role in shaping the wind turbines of tomorrow and the processes related to this? Do you have the mindset to provide innovative solutions to power curve performance challenges? If so, this is a perfect opportunity for you Come join our mission as a Lead Control Engineer in the Loads & Controls Department.

Power Solutions & Vestas Quality > Product Solutions & Integration > LaC Quality

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

As a part of Vestas Power Solutions, the Product Solutions & Integration is responsible for designing the product architecture and product roadmap in response to market roadmap requirements, translating product architecture and roadmap into module requirements, and full value chain integration. Loads and Control (LaC), as part of Product Solutions & Integration, is responsible for designing and optimizing the product for load and control strategy together with cross product design work. The department consists of highly skilled, international, well-experienced engineers who take accountability for all aspects of the LaC solution delivered to the Products which are placed across three design locations: Portugal, Denmark, and India.

Responsibilities
Your main tasks will focus on power curve validation efforts and will include:

  • Reviewing power performance test plans and results.
  • Performing technical root cause analysis to explain the performance deviations. Coordinate RCA efforts in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Analyzing the controller's performance deviation, leading to underperformance of the power curve, and pinpointing the specific control driver responsible.
  • Providing statistical analysis with critical thinking skills that ensure scrutiny of data solutions before rollout.
  • Addressing any troubleshooting needs by leveraging insights from networking with people. Additionally, demonstrating proficiency in comprehending intricate electrical, mechanical, load & control, and sensor systems. Understanding organizational structures and concluding complex data analysis.
  • Being a good team member in a global environment with a geographically dispersed and multicultural team.

Qualifications

  • A relevant technical education, such as a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Control Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or any related field.
  • 4-7 years of experience in the wind industry, specifically in controller tuning, SCADA data analysis, and prototype power curve verification testing.
  • Strong understanding of turbine operations and controller performance.
  • Knowledge about controller tuning, software rollout, and coding (mainly R and Python) is highly beneficial.
  • Proficient in spoken and written English, with good communication skills for effectively presenting and discussing results with stakeholders.

Competencies

  • Good exposure to MATLAB, SIMULINK Tools, C++, and Data.
  • Enthusiastic team member with an internationally oriented mindset.
  • Maintaining a customer focus by identifying relevant stakeholders and interfaces.
  • Working effectively in a time-sensitive situation while maintaining a complete overview.
  • As the environment is international, fluent communication in English is imperative - both oral and written.
  • Communicating with engagement and enthusiasm.

What We Offer
We offer an opportunity to be part of a team in an exciting business with a very comprehensive product range. The working environment in Loads & Control is informal but with clear direction. You will be part of a project-oriented organization with very competent colleagues in an inspiring work environment. You will be offered an attractive compensation package based on your qualifications and the demands of this position.

Additional Information
By joining Vestas, you will become part of the LaC Modelling team, working out of our office in Aarhus, Denmark. Applications are handled on an ongoing basis. Please apply online with your letter of motivation and CV as soon as possible, but no later than July 16, 2024. For any additional information, please reach out to recruiter Vips Patel at

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