Trainee Engineer - Controls

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a 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!

Product Applications & Controls R&D > Loads & Control Module > LaC Quality

Vestas Power Solutions is the cornerstone of Vestas. Through innovation, development, and continuous product 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 Power Solutions develops the wind power systems of the future.

As a part of Vestas Power Solutions, Product Solutions & Integration is responsible for designing the product architecture and product roadmap in response to market roadmap requirements, translating product architecture and roadmap into module requirements, and full Value Chain Integration.

Loads and Control (LaC), as part of Product Solutions & Integration, is responsible for designing and optimizing the product for load and control strategy together with cross-product design work. The department consists of highly skilled, international, well-experienced engineers who are taking accountability for all aspects of the LaC solution delivered to the Products which are placed across 3 design locations: Portugal, Denmark and India.

The loads and Control Quality department is responsible for fleet performance (load & power performance), this team performs the Root causes for the issues reported from the field and provides a solution to fix them, and also feeds the learning from failures back to the design team.

Responsibilities

• Working with Technical leads on the Control Solutions for Turbines
• Understanding, Implementing & Testing the control code base change in line with guidelines
• Participate in Implementation & Functional Reviews
• Perform the RCA on controller performance issues and provide solutions
• Provide the solution for turbine improvements on non-standard product requests, Service solutions

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Controls / Instrumentation & Controls / Mechatronics / Electro-mechanical/ Electrical / Engineering with a controls system background
• 0-1 years of Working experience in Simulation/Modelling tools such as MATLAB SIMULINK 
• High Competence in Mathematical modeling of Electro-Mechanical and hydraulic Systems 
• Knowledge of Control Design and Control Tuning using a Model-Based Control Approach

Competencies

• Strong in Control Theory
• Programming knowledge in C++, SQL, R , Matlab
• Control System Modelling, Controller Design, Controller Tuning & Controller Verification
• Good knowledge in Power generation concepts.
• Knowledge in Aero Dynamics

What we offer

Do you want to have an important part in shaping the wind turbines of tomorrow and the processes related to this? Do you have the mindset to provide innovative solutions, then this is a perfect opportunity for you! Come join our mission as Trainee Loads in one of the key areas of the Loads Department in the Vestas Technology Center of Chennai.

We offer a progressive workplace with excellent professional and personal development opportunities in an inspiring, international work environment.

Additional Information

our 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 31st August 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.