Pre-Installation Technician (m/w/d)
Vestas
Company Overview
Vestas Wind Systems A/S
Aarhus, Denmark
1945
Over 17,000 employees globally (source: vestas.com). Revenue of €2 billion in 2024 (source: vestas.com).
What They Do
Vestas specializes exclusively in wind energy technology, focusing on both onshore and offshore wind turbines. The company has no involvement in solar energy, energy storage, hydrogen, or grid solutions, apart from software integrated into the turbines (source: vestas.com). Their core products include three platforms: EnVentus, 4 MW, and 2 MW models, which collectively have an installed capacity of 170 GW worldwide. Vestas also offers refurbished turbines for cost-reduced projects, including delivery, transport, and installation (source: us.vestas.com). Their services include lifecycle maintenance for 159 GW and over 56,000 turbines, with more than 12,000 technicians in 71 countries, as well as digital tools like VestasOnline and Scipher analytics platform (source: vestas.com). Target markets span utilities, independent power producers, and developers in 85 countries, making Vestas a leading player in the industry with the largest fleet of turbines (over 82,000) (source: vestas.com).
Projects & References
Vestas has a strong track record, including the early Tunø Knob offshore wind farm, which had a total capacity of 5 MW in Denmark in the early 1990s and demonstrated a 15% higher yield than onshore projects (source: vestas.com). In North America, Vestas operates projects like Rocky Hollow Wind, supported by 1,680 technicians and 24/7 monitoring from Oregon (source: rockyhollowwind.com). Vestas also supplies turbines for high-capacity projects, where the V236-15.0 MW model represents a 500-fold capacity increase from the 30 kW prototype from 1979 (source: vestas.com). The company has established partnerships with utilities and developers in 85 countries, which includes a $2 billion USD expenditure on the supply chain in 2024 (source: us.vestas.com). Geographically, Vestas operates in 85 countries with production in Denmark and the USA (Colorado), and is expanding its services in 71-78 countries (source: rockyhollowwind.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years (2024-2025), Vestas has advanced its V236-15.0 MW turbine to first power production, highlighting the software-driven evolution from 30 kW in 1979 (source: vestas.com). The company reported over 49,000 MW installed in the USA/Canada and a $2 billion USD expenditure on the supply chain in 2024, underscoring their market dominance (source: us.vestas.com). Technology blogs have detailed advancements in modularization, high-capacity factor turbines, and revenue maximization under fixed-price agreements, but no new contracts, acquisitions, or funding rounds have been reported (source: vestas.com). A 75-year brand video celebrated milestones up to 2020, but no new awards or certifications have been noted after 2023 (source: video.vestas.com).
Working There
Vestas offers roles in engineering, manufacturing, installation, service (over 12,000 technicians globally, 1,680+ in North America, 5,000+ in the USA), software development, digital analytics, operations, and supply chain, with ongoing hiring for onshore growth (source: vestas.com). Active hiring is taking place in Aarhus (HQ, Denmark), Portland OR (US HQ, monitoring), Houston TX, Boston MA, Colorado factories, and field sites in 71 countries (source: us.vestas.com). The culture emphasizes safety as a top priority, rapid innovation with weekly software rollouts, data-driven decisions from a fleet of over 56,000 turbines, and collaboration with partners and customers (source: vestas.com). Documented benefits include career growth in sustainable energy, with structures for 24/7 operational support suggesting robust training and job security (source: vestas.com).
Contact
Last updated on 2025-12-26 | Report an issue
We're looking for skilled Installation Technicians to join our team for an Offshore Pre-Installation project in Denmark starting February 2026.
This is an exciting long-term opportunity to work offshore on industry-leading turbine platforms, supporting one of Europe's major renewable energy developments.
Key Responsibilities
- Support mechanical pre-installation and assembly of wind turbine components offshore.
- Assist with turbine component handling, alignment, and mechanical fitting operations.
- Perform torquing, tensioning, and bolt-check activities in line with OEM specifications.
- Collaborate with electrical, lifting, and logistics teams to ensure safe and efficient offshore workflows.
- Ensure all tasks are completed in full compliance with HSE and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate progress to team leads and site supervisors.
Required Skills & Certification
- GWO BTT Mechanical & Installation.
- Fire Prevention Awareness training.
- Technical & Operational Safety certification.
- Tool Tethering competency.
- ActSafe Power Ascender (Material Use) certification.
- Offshore Medical and valid GWO BST.
- Strong focus on safety, precision, and teamwork in offshore environments.
- Previous offshore or pre-installation experience is highly desirable.
Project Details
- Scope: Offshore Pre-Installation
- Location: Denmark
- Start Date: February 2026
- Duration: 18 Months
- Rotation: 14/14
- Contract Type: Employment
- Provided: PPE, Travel, and Accommodation
If you're a qualified and experienced Mechanical Technician ready to take part in this major offshore project, apply now using the link below to secure your position for 2026!
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October 31, 2025
Full Time
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January 2, 2026
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- Denmark
Previous offshore or pre-installation experience is highly desirable.
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