The Test and Verification department at Vestas Wind Systems A/S plays a crucial role in verifying new prototype components and systems. Our facility is a world leader in testing turbine main components, featuring 10 test rigs capable of evaluating components or systems up to 20MW. To optimize testing, we simulate field conditions in our test center, exposing components to functional, performance, and reliability testing.

Our team consists of 30 engineers and turbine technicians who prioritize team development. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in a variety of tasks, projects, and assignments that will test your skills daily; no two days are the same. The team is responsible for planning, executing, verifying, and troubleshooting generator, converter, and gearbox test activities. Additionally, you will play an important role in designing test rigs and prototype components, contributing to requirement specifications, test procedures, and reporting.

• Establish and develop test equipment within Power Conversion with a particular focus on mechanical systems
• Specify, evaluate and analyze equipment for mechanical testing
• Understanding interfaces to supporting systems (automation, foundation, electrical systems, measurement systems)
• Work closely with project management, design teams and internal specialists to ensure the right balance between quality, cost and time
• Activities related to installation, commissioning and executing tests on Gearboxes and their sub-components
• Planning & preparing of tests in co-operation with Project managers and designers

• You must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Broad experience with mechanical components (such as couplings, bolted joints, welding, hydraulics, cooling, and lubrication)
• Thorough understanding of kinematics and dynamic systems
• Experience with simulation (stress, dynamics)
• Familiar with the Machinery Directive
• Experience with structured root cause analysis (six sigma or similar)

• Good technical background, customer focus and a global mindset
• Understand calibration and associated requirements for verification
• A well-developed skill set for overseeing tasks and initiatives, along with a focus on maintaining high standards
• Must have an interest from design development to verification
• Willingness to motivate new initiatives such as digitalization
• Highly motivated, open-minded, and an effective communicator, you excel in team settings and have a proven capability to work collaboratively
• Knowledge within microsoft office programs
• Experiences in creating reports, technical presentations and reviewing technical documents
• Must be proficient in English, as it our corporate language

We offer a diverse workplace with excellent professional and personal development opportunities in an inspiring, international environment. As part of our team, you’ll engage in different tasks, projects, and assignments that challenge your daily work.
Join us for an exciting role with the global leader in wind energy, where you’ll be at the forefront of the industry. Despite our size, Vestas remains flexible and agile, allowing you to act creatively in a truly global and diverse setting. You’ll work with enthusiastic, solution-oriented colleagues committed to addressing climate change and driving impactful wind power solutions.
We value collaboration, simplicity, and accountability, focusing on creative problem-solving and delivering value. You’ll meet people from various cultures with a broad range of skills, all united in our mission to lead in sustainable energy solutions.

This position is to be based 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 October 27, 2024. For any additional information, please reach out to recruiter Vips Patel, Vippa@vestas.com