Senior Specialist, Turbine Aerodynamics, Vestas Technology R&D, Aarhus, DK Job in Aarhus, Midtjylland Denmark
Reference code 00009261
Experience the forces of wind
Join Vestas and work with cutting-edge wind technology
As one of the world leaders in wind power and with wind turbine installations in over 65 countries and more than 20.000 employees globally, Vestas looks to accelerate innovation through the development of our employee's skills and talents. Our goal is to reduce CO2 emissions dramatically and ensure a sustainable world for future generations.
Department
Vestas is a very exciting place to work, where the limit to your development is that of your own ambition and performance. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.
We invite you to join our multinational, dynamic team with the opportunity to travel and develop your global mindset. If you are eager to play a part in the Energy Revolution, we would be thrilled to get you on board and help you grow as Vestas grows.
LAC
The Turbine Aerodynamics Department is a part of the Loads, Aerodynamics Controls (LAC) Group in Vestas Technology RD. LAC ensures system integration by optimization of loads, aerodynamics and control for existing and future Vestas wind turbines. The responsibilities of LAC Aero include the areas of aerodynamics design and analysis of wind turbines directed at optimizing profitability through increased production. Moreover, a key task for the department is also development and management of relevant tools and technologies within the field of Aero.
Responsibilities and Tasks
The task will include:
· Provide input to Technology Planning: define maintain technology road map; conduct yearly competitor benchmark.
· Advising senior management: inform on technical risks and opportunities related to critical design solutions and developments.
· Initiating participating in technical reviews: ensure design quality through cross-functional review, coaching and change orientation. Perform technical sign off for relevant reviews and documents.
· Quality of technical solutions and life cycle management: Lead the design process on critical design solutions and activities. Pick the right solution first time. Understand field performance and feedback corrective actions in designs and reviews. Engage team members.
· Technology development update: Maintain and disseminate awareness of relevant developments in industry and research and advise management accordingly
· Knowledge sharing and coaching: disseminate knowledge through training, communication material. Understand applicable regulations.
Qualifications and Work Experience
· Masters/ PhD in disciplines relevant to LAC Aerodynamics.
· Experience in the domain of aero-fluid machinery and systems. Ideal candidates will show significant in-depth knowledge of wind turbines.
· Considerable experience in aerodynamics analysis, design and operations.
· Experience in review activities.
The successful candidate will be:
· Good in Teamwork orientation
· Capability to influence all
· Strong personal drive
· Ability to understand directions and priorities and proactively translate them into actionable plans.
· Analytical skills and process orientation
What we offer
We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development within an inspiring environment at the world’s leading wind turbine producer. You will become part of a highly professional team with a strong commitment to technical and business excellence.
Additional Information
Primary work location is Aarhus, DK
For additional information, please contact Eugenio Rossi – Director, Turbine Aerodynamics on +45 9730 7475
Candidates will be evaluated continuously and the position will be closed when we have the right candidate.
Closing date
14 December 2011
