Assistant Lead Engineer - Power Systems

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a main motivation in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Plant & Energy Solutions > Global Power Plant Solutions > Power System Consulting

Product Solutions and Integration (PS&I) team supports the Vestas product strategy making sure that, Vestas always has the right product offerings and solutions to stay ahead of competitors. PS&I has an important role in ensuring profitable growth and in delivering to Vestas' vision of becoming the Global Leader in Sustainable Energy Solutions by developing, deploying and maintaining best product solutions. 

The Global Power Plant Solutions team, that belongs to PS&I, is based out of Chennai and supports the global markets/regions through power plant grid interconnection studies and grid code compliance. Our vision is to become Global Centre of Excellence of Grid interconnection & deployment of sustainable energy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Development of electrical power system simulation models for our wind and hybrid plants across the globe
• Understanding grid interconnection requirements and grid codes
• Evaluating site specific grid interconnection solutions
• Design or review the design for BoP for wind power plants
• Development of the tools, methods and process related to the power system analysis studies
• Presentations and meeting with Grid operators/customers for project specific needs
• Work in close co-ordination with the Regional Technical Sale support team
• Report writing

Qualifications

• PhD / Bachelor's / Master's in Electrical / Power System/ Similar specialization
• 5 to 7 years of industry experience preferably in the grid or power system domain
• You possess good communication skills
• You speak and write English fluently

Competencies

• Knowledge of simulation tools like PSS/E, Power Factory, PSCAD, or equivalent tools
• Experience of working for substation design and power system analysis
• Solid electrical engineering background in relation to the substation engineering, Load flows, short circuit, transient analysis, harmonic assessment, relay settings and co-ordinations and BoP
• You are innovative and result oriented attitude.
• Good at using MS-office products (Word, Excel, Power Point etc)

What We Offer

We offer a very exciting job in a flat, multi-cultural and progressive department focusing on reaching world class results. To us, it is all about knowing the market and our customers, defining the right solutions and getting things done - all in the best possible way with safety and quality as priorities! We would like you to participate in that mission.

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 prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 30th November 2024.

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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.

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 173 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 29,000 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.  To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.