Engineer

Vestas American Wind Technology; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas India in Chennai is seeking a seasoned PPC Controls engineer for Power Plant Control. You will design and implement control functions, develop algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink, and verify via simulations within an Agile, globally distributed team.

The role requires 5+ years in grid-related energy solutions and a strong background in power systems. You will contribute to grid code compliance, certification, and maintenance while collaborating across cross-functional teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, master's or PhD in Power Systems / Electrical / similar specialization.
• 5+ years experience with Grid operators, utilities, grid consulting, or related domains.
• Experience with Grid integration of renewable energy and Grid Code Compliance, Grid Forming/Following, FFR, and BESS.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement active power, reactive power, voltage, frequency, and energy management control functions.
• Develop and maintain control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink and Model-Based Design practices.
• Perform simulation, verification, and validation using industry-standard tools and test environments.
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve product issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support grid compliance, certification, commissioning, and product maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Contribute to technical documentation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Self-motivated

Professional

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Willingness to learn

Quality minded

Education

Power Systems degree

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Model-Based Design

Job description

Vestas is well-known in wind technology and actively contributes to its development. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Plant Software > Power Controls > PPC Controls

PPC Controls is an R&D house and part of Vestas Power Solutions. In PPC Controls, we are bridging the needs and requirements from the Transmission System Operators (TSOs) with the capabilities of our Hybrid Power Plants by developing advanced Power Plant Control algorithms.

The team consistsof employees from different nationalities with high diversity in skill set, seniority, and ethnicity. We live the Vestas values: Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity, and Motivation, which form the backbone of our culture of pursuit of top-quality results. The team is a Global team with Engineers in India, Denmark, and Portugal.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement active power, reactive power, voltage, frequency, and energy management control functions
• Develop and maintain control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink and Model-Based Design practices
• Perform simulation, verification, and validation using industry-standard tools and test environments
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve product issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Support grid compliance, certification, commissioning, and product maintenance activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality solutions
• Contribute to technical documentation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's, or PhD degree in Power Systems / Electrical / Similar specialization
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Grid operators, Power generators, Utilities, Grid consulting companies, Transmission- or Distribution companies, converter designs, etc
• Have the willingness and the ability to understand and maintain an overview of a wide range of advanced technical domains
• Grid integration of renewable energy like Control Systems Engineering, Power Systems Engineering (Generation, Transmission & Distribution), Grid Code Compliance, Grid Integration, Grid Forming (GFM) & Grid Following (GFL), Frequency Control & Fast Frequency Response (FFR), BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)

Competencies

• As a person, you are self-motivated, professional, and dependable by nature
• You have a g/ood sense of quality and a self-motivated approach
• Furthermore, you have great interpersonal skills, keen curiosity, and an interest
• For people who are collaborative and approachable
• Possess team spirit and enjoy being part of a team, while at the same time being able to work with limited supervision
• Are motivated and willing to learn

What We Offer

An opportunity to be part of a large multinational organization pursuing the vision of being a major global provider of sustainable energy solutions.

You will be an integrated part of a Power Plant Control team, valuing professionalism but also a casual atmosphere. As part of the Power Solution, Controls team, you will engage in a wide variety of projects and directly contribute to the direction of Vestas' external representation, supporting the realization of commercial targets and Grid Code Fulfilment on a global scale.

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 31st October 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.

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.