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Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development > Control Units & Electronics

The Control Units & Electronics department is a part of Vestas R&D and are responsible for the control hardware solutions and development of low voltage electronics (incl. VHDL and firmware) for all Vestas turbines. As Senior Electronics Engineer you will join our experienced team consisting of people from Denmark and Portugal. The Electronics team have many stakeholders in Vestas as it is part of a large value chain from technology roadmap to development work with various departments before the product lastly must be matured together with sourcing and manufacturing across the world.

Responsibilities

As an Senior Electronics Engineer your responsibilities and work tasks can amongst other include:

• Participate in all phases from ideation, specification, detailed design, implementation, documentation and test
• Redesign due to obsolescence
• Obsolescence maintenance
• Testing (Board bring up, Functional, Environmental, HALT, EMC etc.)
• Stay updated on newest technologies within electronics area
• Maintenance of component database
• Validation of alternative components
• Contact to suppliers, manufacturing and sourcing
• Calculation of optical budgets in fiber optical communication networks
• Work within our change management system with change request, change notices, BOM maintenance, etc

Qualifications

You have:

• MSc in Electrical Engineering or similar from an accredited University
• +5 years of relevant working experience

Knowledge & Experience in:

• Analog / digital circuits
• Discrete components
• Microprocessors / FPGAs / Memory
• Power supply's
• Electronics design, testing and documentation
• EMC and environmental testing and correct EMC design
• Schematic & PCB Layout
• Mechanical enclosures (not the actual mechanical design)
• Experience within other large corporate organizations

Competencies

• The ideal candidate is motivated by technology and a broad knowledge of electronics, both in new and old designs
• You have great stakeholder management and interpersonal skills at both a technical and non-technical level
• You have effective problem-solving skills and possess the ability to manage conflicting priorities and multiple tasks
• You are a professional collaborator who is goal-orientated and demonstrates a high level of commitment with the ability to work under minimal supervision
• You are motivated, problem-solving, results-oriented and have a well-developed sense of responsibility
• Moreover, it is essential that you have advanced analytical skills and are detail oriented, enabling you to deliver results
• You are a team player, able to efficiently prioritize multiple tasks and timelines, to accurately meet deadlines
• You are globally aware, a good communicator, and able to establish relationships across geographical boundaries and cultures
• You have proficient written and verbal English skills with people at all levels across the organization

What we offer

We offer an opportunity to be part of a highly skilled team in an exciting business with a very comprehensive product range. The working environment is informal but with clear direction. You will be part of a project-oriented organization with very skilled colleagues in an inspiring work environment. You will be offered an attractive compensation package based on your qualifications and the demands of this position. You will be part of an international organization with opportunities to grow and develop in the job - professionally and personally.

Additional information

We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume in English.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution - today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
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