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Vestas Technology & Operations Research & Development (R&D) Power Distribution

R&D function is part of Vestas VTO. Through innovation, development, and continuous 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. Within Vestas R&D business unit, the department Control Hardware Module is responsible for the design and development of Low Voltage control panels and the control system across various sections of Wind Turbine. Control Hardware module is inclusive of several submodules explicit to each section of Wind Turbine.

Responsibilities

You will be delivering technical solutions to the product and deeply involved in project execution
You will be creating/updating the technical specifications, design verification plans, prepare procedures, and reports related to LV Panels and Cables
You will be creating/updating Electrical documentations like panel layouts, general arrangements, electrical schematics and Operation and Maintenance manuals
You will have major stake on locking interfaces with both Internal and external stakeholders and active involvement on technical discussion at various stages of design with suppliers
Support CADD design works and ensure it is documented according to Vestas's execution gate model
You will be responsible of examine and handling the field issues, perform the root cause analysis and drive solution end to end up to implementation across the fleets
Support production for the new product prototype build and ensure smooth transition to running production
Participate in panels FAT at supplier end and support the product commissioning team during SAT
Identify, develop, and validate the technical improvement as part of continuous improvement process

Qualifications

Diploma or bachelor's in electrical / Similar engineering specialization
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience, in electrical system design
Experience within wind/energy Industry especially with WTGs will be preferred
Hands on experience on tools like E-plan, Creo view and Windchill (ETAP - would be an added advantage)
Experience on handling ECM (engineering change management) along the product life cycle
Knowledge on International standards such as IEC, UL, etc., preferably IEC 60204-1 Machine directive Basic knowledge on EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) design and testing requirements
Experience in product development process with knowledge of complete design and life cycle management.
Experience in stakeholder management spanning full value chain

Competencies

You shall be progressive, self-motivated with positive mindset and can-do attitude
Willing to take ownership with an investigative mindset
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete assigned tasks on time
Have good communication skills - fluent in both verbal and written English
Experience with high-paced cross-functional and cross-cultural teams is beneficial
Professional engagement, able to identify and solve problems with autonomy

What We Offer
We offer an exciting global job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring and diverse work environment within the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. At Vestas, we aim at being sustainable in all aspects - both as employer and business partner. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a broad interface, significant technical commitment, and lots of enthusiasm. You will make a real impact on Vestas ability to launch future products. Vestas is growing and developing, and we want you to grow with us.

Additional Information
Your primary location will be in Chennai, India
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 24th Jul 2026

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DEIB Statement

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