Siting Assistant Lead Engineer

Vestas has a long history of investing in Siting (Wind Resource and Site suitability assessment) research and development.

Vestas has been an established name in applying high-performance computing, CFD and mesoscale modelling in the wind industry for almost a decade. Global Siting uses this best-in-class knowledge to offer our customers the most optimized site-specific solutions.

Siting Specialist Support team directly supports the siting and sales team with customized site specific solutions to be more competitive in the ever growing wind turbine market. You will be a part of a highly skilled team which continuously ensures that Vestas provides best in class site suitability solutions, working across different departments.

Frontend Engineering & Technology > Global Siting Solutions > Functional Excellence & Service Siting

Responsibilities

• Conduct statistical modeling and evaluation of wind and site data, ensuring accurate characterization of wind resources and site conditions.
• Design and optimize wind turbine layouts to meet standards, maximize energy production, and minimize Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE).
• Perform load calculations to validate turbine design life and manage technical risks through comprehensive load analysis and operational strategy development.
• Support sales and project workflows by delivering technical and commercial responses to customers, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and leverage value engineering opportunities to enhance competitive positioning.
• Lead and contribute to team-level technical improvement initiatives and provide technical support as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering; preference for Mechanical or Aerospace disciplines.
• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience, with a focus on wind resource assessment and sales support.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Experience with industry-standard software such as WAsP, windPRO, and OpenWind is highly desirable.
• Strong interest in wind energy, terrain analysis, aerodynamics, and structural loading

Competencies

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and discretion with confidential information.
• Adaptability in dynamic and evolving organizational settings.
• Detail-oriented and methodical approach to work, ensuring timely delivery.
• Experience working across diverse cultural environments.

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring environment at the world's best wind OEM. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a solid technical commitment. The exciting candidate will have the opportunity for both professional and personal development in a rapidly expanding organization.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be Chennai.
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DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognise 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.

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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