Senior Mechanical Engineer

5 hours ago


Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Vestas Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Vestas, where you will be responsible for designing and optimizing components for dynamic mechanical systems in wind turbines.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 10 years of combined relevant experience in design and development of dynamic mechanical systems, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Systems Engineering.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will work closely with experts in other engineering disciplines to develop and design interfaces to other systems, ensuring seamless integration. You will also be responsible for conducting design analyses, including bolts and welds, fatigue assessments, and reliability calculations, with a focus on lifetime estimates based on data.

The salary for this position is estimated to be around $120,000-$150,000 per year, depending on qualifications and location.

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize components for dynamic mechanical systems in wind turbines
  • Develop and design interfaces to other systems, ensuring seamless integration
  • Conduct design analyses, including bolts and welds, fatigue assessments, and reliability calculations, with a focus on lifetime estimates based on data
  • Assess design risks and safety concerns
  • Develop and optimize tools used internally to enhance design processes

Requirements

  • M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of combined relevant experience in design and development of dynamic mechanical systems, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Systems Engineering
  • Proficiency in coding languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++
  • Experience working with Ansys Workbench and APDL scripts
  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and experience with JIRA

Benefits

  • A competitive salary ranging from $120,000-$150,000 per year
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • The chance to work on challenging projects and make a meaningful contribution to the company's success

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. With over 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

Join us and become part of a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.



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