Assistant Lead Engineer - Power System Studies
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).
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Job Description
Power Plant Solutions, based in Chennai and a division of Product Lines, provides support to global markets and regions through comprehensive power plant grid interconnection studies and adherence to grid code compliance. Our vision is to establish ourselves as the Global Centre of Excellence for grid interconnection and the deployment of sustainable energy solutions.
The PPS team is composed of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in both industry and academia. We uphold the Vestas values of Accountability, Collaboration, and Simplicity, which form the foundation of our culture as we seek top-quality performance.
Responsibilities
- Development and review of electrical power system simulation models for wind and hybrid plants
- Detailed exposure to grid interconnection requirements and grid codes
- Analyzing site specific grid interconnection solutions
- Design and review the design for the BoP for wind power plants
- Presentations and meeting with Grid operators/customers for project specific needs
- Work in close co-ordination with the Regional PPS colleagues
- Report writing and review of reports
- Guiding one or more Engineers / Trainee in a team
- Expected to lead a team and act as GGS Regional Lead
Qualifications
- Master's / Bachelors in Power system / Similar engineering specialization
- Acumen with minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in power system studies in renewable energy / Power domain
- Experience in design & review of renewable grid interconnection solutions
- Exposure to Grid codes and experience in providing a compliance for different TSOs
- Candidate with proficiency in english communication skills
- Tools experience in PSS/E Power Factory / PSCAD / ETAP / equivalent tools
Competencies
- Proficiency in simulation tools like PSS/E, Power Factory, PSCAD, or equivalent tools
- Solid electrical engineering background in relation to the substation engineering, Load flows, short circuit, transient analysis, harmonic assessment, relay settings & co-ordinations and eBoP
- You are innovative and result oriented attitude with Managerial/Leadership exposure
- Good at using MS-OFFICE products (WORD / EXCEL / POWER POINT / etc)
- Experience in efficiently managing projects/tasks and guide a team of Engineers
- Familiar with Grid codes and experience in providing a compliance for different TSOs
- Worked in Grid code compliance studies or relevant Power system studies
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 it done - all in the best possible way. 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 before the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 30th June 2026.
Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
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.
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About the role
June 11, 2026
Full time
Company
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Minimum of 6 years
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