Plant Technical Support Engineer, Specialist

Vestas; Denmark; On-site; DKK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Plant Technical Support Engineer, Specialist to anchor the Plant Operations technical agenda across the Region NCE and Global Offshore groups. You will report to the Director and guide the technical strategy, bridging R&D inputs with operational deployment.

You will engage in stakeholder management, lead in a cross-functional environment, and support large wind power plants with SCADA systems. Travel ~20 days/year; primary locations in Aarhus or Videbæk, Denmark.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a technical environment with ability to align stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills across audiences and departments.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical anchor for Plant Operations and report to the Director.
• Oversee new product introductions from R&D and support operational implementation.
• Engage in technical escalations and manage risks to the business.
• Coordinate with global and regional communities to align initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Education

Education in Information Technology, Automation or Telecommunications

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Aarhus N, Region Central Jutland, DK, 8200 Husum, SH, DE, 25813 Malmö, Skåne Län, SE, 215 86 Hamburg, HH, DE, 20097

Work experience: Specialist

Type of position: Full-Time

Job Family: Engineering

Do you enjoy to bridge the cap between people and departments? Are you good at communicating to different audiences, have an interest in understanding the business and technical side of your work? Then we have the position for you! Vestas is looking for a Plant Technical Support Engineer, Specialist (m/f/d))!

Region NCE and Global Offshore > NCE > Technical Operations North

Technical Operations is part of Service NCE (Northern & Central Europe) and supports the organization in installing and servicing a great number of SCADA systems, controlling medium and large sized wind power plants. Our mission is to transform a group of wind turbines into a fully operational power plant that meets contractual and regional specifications.

Our customers can mainly be found among larger power supply companies and professional investors.

Responsibilities

As a Specialist for Plant Operations, we will be the technical anchor for the whole department. You will report to the Director and contribute to the strategy and technical agenda.

• Have the overview of new products coming from R&D and be part of operational implementation


• Engage in technical escalations and risks to our business


• Anchor point for our 4 technical communities, making sure initiatives are aligned and create value for the business


• Stakeholder engagement, be part of global and regional communities


• Give input to the management on technical gaps, prioritisation, regional risks etc.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have demonstrated leadership experience in a technical environment. For this position it is not your technical skills that will matter most, but more your ability to see synergies, align stakeholders and guide the technical agenda so it adds value to the business. You will be part of an operational department, but you will be the one with the helicopter view.

• Educational background in Information Technology, Automation or Telecommunications


• Solid leadership skills, either as a project manager or people leader


• Knowledge of the wind industry, experience with SCADA systems would be valued


• Fluency in English, both orally and in writing

Competencies

• Great communication skills, ability to explain complex technical topics in a simple way


• Professional stakeholder management skills


• Ability to work on your own and set direction for a team

What we offer

We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, collaborative, and international work environment in the renewable energy sector. We highly value initiative, accountability and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will have good opportunities to build your career in Vestas, when demonstrating aspiration, capacity, and potential.

Additional information

Your primary work location will be Aarhus or Videbæk, Denmark, but could also be in Malmö, Sweden, Husum or Hamburg, Germany.
You should expect some travel activity, approximately 20 days per year.

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.

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 200 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 39,000 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.