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Nacelles R&D > Converter & Electrical Module > C&E Technical Management

Vestas Technology & Operations holds the R&D function of Vestas. 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. To put it short: Vestas Technology & Operations develops the sustainable power systems of the future.

Within the VTO business unit, the R&D department Converter & Electrical (C&E) Module is responsible for technology and product development of frequency converters, their control, and high-voltage transformers, switchgear, and cables for use within the wind turbine. The C&E Module (department) is composed of several Sub Modules, specific to each of the electrical components, as well as an overarching Technical Management Sub Module. This TM Sub Module holds responsibility to set & steer technical direction across all functions in the C&E Module.

The Module Technical Lead (MTL) positions form part of the TM team. As MTL, the main responsibility is technical project management on the larger product development projects, from concept through to the start of manufacturing. Activities include scoping, requirements, interface management, quality assurance, risk management, and stakeholder management/communication, all while facilitating the design team's best practice execution of their technical disciplines.

As Module Technical Project Lead, you report to the Module Design Owner, and collaborate across the entire Vestas organization, value chain, and design hubs located in Denmark, Portugal, and India.

Responsibilities

• As a MTL, you will have the technical responsibility for the deliverables within the projects
• Direct and conduct design work in large and complex development projects, engaging functional experts to reach adequate technical depth
• Support both the immediate and the extended technical team through the specific project (complementary to the line managers' responsibility)
• Facilitate the project team's identification of tasks and adherence to best systems engineering practice
• Be responsible for relevant parts of technical risk assessments and mitigations during the value engineering & negotiation phase of a project
• Identify & steer methodology for design & development applying diligent and traceable quality assurance
• Intra- and inter-module integration and engineering change management
• Prepare and conduct technical reviews
• Report out to upper management and internal clients/stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's / master's in electrical / marine / mechanical / Similar Specialization Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Systems Engineering working knowledge (including DFMEA, ConOps, Requirement Formulation and Functional modelling)
• Specialized in at least one component under C&E's domain
• Frequency converters, Power electronic design or control & software, HV transformer, switchgear or cable systems; or LV distribution
• Project management understanding (PRINCE2 or Agile/Scrum)
• Used to work according to internal procedures for product development
• Experience in stakeholder management spanning full value chain

Competencies

• You take initiative, are result-oriented and are accountable
• You communicate clearly, consistently, in English
• You take on the role of 'playing manager', effectively leading from within the team
• You can structure your own work in a self-driven format
• You are adept at organizing activities - with colleagues in various time zones and cultures
• You have a quality mindset

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with good opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, innovative, collaborative, and international work environment in the renewable energy sector. You will be integrated in a collaborative and innovative work environment, with access to modern technology and resources and contribute to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be Vestas India, Chennai.

Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 30th March 2026.

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