Wind Turbine Electric System Designer

3 days ago


Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Vestas Full time
Job Description:

Vestas is seeking a skilled Pitch System Specialist to join our team of innovators in the renewable energy sector. As a Pitch System Specialist, you will be responsible for guiding the design and development of electric drive systems for pitch systems in wind turbines based on requirements and technical specifications.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and service to ensure effective product development and launch. Additionally, you will develop our internal design and simulation tools for the pitch system, conduct dynamic analysis and simulation using MATLAB/Simulink or Python, and participate in prototype testing and analysis to evaluate product performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop electric drive systems for pitch systems in wind turbines
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product development and launch
  • Develop internal design and simulation tools for the pitch system
  • Conduct dynamic analysis and simulation using MATLAB/Simulink or Python
  • Participate in prototype testing and analysis

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical/Control Engineering or related field
  • 5-10 years of experience in simulation and design of hydraulic systems or electrical drive systems, preferably for wind turbine pitch systems
  • Solid understanding of mechatronic systems design and simulations
  • Customer-focused approach with holistic understanding of business value chain
  • Good experience with system engineering tools like DFMEA, HSE assessments, requirement specifications
  • Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink
  • Experience with CAD tools such as Creo
  • Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in both written and oral English communication
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team

About Vestas:

Vestas is the global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 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.



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