Senior Electrical Engineer, Wind Systems — Fleet Impact

Vattenfall GmbH; Kolding; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vattenfall is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead fleet-wide electrical systems work across its wind portfolio. You will shape maintenance strategies, manage technical risk, and drive data-driven decisions. Collaboration with engineering, asset management, and suppliers is key to improving reliability and reducing lifecycle costs.

The role involves international collaboration, occasional travel, and advancing HV/LV maintenance strategies within a dynamic renewables environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Senior experience in wind energy with electrical lifecycle expertise.
• Knowledge of electrical degradation, inspection, testing, and repair techniques.
• Ability to lead RCA investigations and data-driven assessments.
• Proficiency in English, with clear communication to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize maintenance strategies and asset plans.
• Lead technical investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCA).
• Assess risks and support data-driven fleet decisions.
• Define technical requirements for inspections and maintenance activities.
• Support supplier selection and technical evaluations.
• Maintain OPEX assumptions, budgets, and cost models.
• Evaluate and test innovative technologies for inspections and repairs.
• Review technical proposals for purchases and refurbishments.
• Share lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Wind Turbines

Root Cause Analysis

Data-driven decisions

Technical communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical testing

Condition monitoring

HV/LV maintenance planning

Job description

Vattenfall is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead fleet-wide electrical systems work across its wind portfolio. You will shape maintenance strategies, manage technical risk, and drive data-driven decisions. Collaboration with engineering, asset management, and suppliers is key to improving reliability and reducing lifecycle costs.

The role involves international collaboration, occasional travel, and advancing HV/LV maintenance strategies within a dynamic renewables environment.