Specialist Lead Engineer - Electrical Support

Vestas; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas India in Chennai is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering specialist to support Onshore and Offshore wind projects in APAC. You will act as a frontline technical interface between Technology and regional business units, delivering fault diagnosis, RCA, and reliability improvements, while coordinating with service, operations and ROC teams.

This role involves installation and commissioning support, software/configuration management, and close collaboration with global R&D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical / Electronics or similar engineering discipline.
• 10–15 years of experience in technical support, engineering, issue investigation, or reliability engineering within the wind energy industry.
• Extensive practical experience supporting Vestas Onshore and Offshore Wind Turbines.
• Experience with Classic Controller and VMP Controller platforms is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated skill in turbine fault diagnosis, root cause analysis, technical problem-solving, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including Service, Operations, Technology, and ROC.
• Willingness to travel to wind farm sites and support critical troubleshooting activities when required.
• Advanced turbine fault diagnosis and fault-finding ability.
• Solid understanding of wind turbine electrical, control, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to analyze SCADA data, alarms, logs, and performance trends to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Proficiency in controller software, turbine communication networks, and condition monitoring systems.
• Solid knowledge of reliability engineering principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Issue Resolution: Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Construction & Commissioning Support: Support installation, commissioning, start-up, and handover of wind turbines; ensure proper configuration and parameter alignment.
• Reliability & Performance Improvement: Facilitate analysis of poor-performing turbines and wind farms; develop performance improvement plans.
• Software & Configuration Management: Ensure correct software and parameter settings; coordinate improvement requests and field validation activities.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with customers and regional stakeholders; collaborate with global engineering teams and R&D.
• Knowledge Management: Document problem-solving solutions and share best practices with field operations teams.

Skills

Turbine fault diagnosis

Root cause analysis

Reliability engineering

SCADA data analysis

Controller software

Wind turbine systems

Travel willingness

Education

Electrical/Electronics engineering (Bachelor/Master)

Tools

Classic Controller

VMP Controller

Job description

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!

Product Line ONS > Regional Technology APAC > Lifecycle Engineering APAC

Regional Technology APAC | LifeCycle Engineering | Electrical Engineering Asia. Electrical Engineering Asia is part of the LifeCycle Engineering APAC organization, providing Electrical Engineering and Technical Support to both Service and Construction operations across Asia. The team serves as the frontline technical interface between Technology (VTO) and regional business units, supporting both Onshore and Offshore wind projects. As a key technical function, the department delivers specialized support for electrical systems, turbine reliability, troubleshooting, product improvements, software management, and operational excellence initiatives across the region.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Issue Resolution
  
  
  
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve reliability
  
  
  • Provide skilled second-level Electrical Engineering dispositions to Service and Construction organizations.
  
  
  • Provide remote Engineering and problem-solving support to field technicians and site teams
  
  
  
  


• Construction & Commissioning Support
  
  
  
  • Support installation, commissioning, start-up, and handover of wind turbines
  
  
  • Ensure proper configuration, software setup, and parameter alignment for wind farms
  
  
  • Assist Construction teams in resolving technical and commissioning challenges
  
  
  
  


• Reliability & Performance Improvement
  
  
  
  • Facilitate analysis of poor-performing turbines and wind farms and recommend performance improvement plans
  
  
  • Conduct reliability discussions internally and with customers
  
  
  • Support cost-out initiatives and continuous improvement projects
  
  
  
  


• Software & Configuration Management
  
  
  
  • Ensure correct software and parameter settings across wind farms
  
  
  • Coordinate software improvement requests and field validation activities
  
  
  • Perform remote software and configuration uploads when required
  
  
  
  


• Stakeholder Management
  
  
  
  • Liaise with customers and regional stakeholders to facilitate timely resolution of technical issues
  
  
  • Work closely with global engineering teams and R&D to deliver technical solutions
  
  
  • Provide technical input to support Sales in promoting turbine and service offerings
  
  
  
  


• Knowledge Management
  
  
  
  • Document effective problem-solving solutions within Vestas Global Advisor (VGA)
  
  
  • Share technical knowledge and best practices with field operations teams
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors / Masters degree in Electrical / Electronics / Similar engineering discipline


• 10 to 15 years of experience in technical support, engineering, issue investigation, or reliability engineering within the wind energy industry


• Extensive practical experience supporting Vestas Onshore and Offshore Wind Turbines


• Experience with Classic Controller and VMP Controller platforms is highly desirable


• Demonstrated skill in turbine fault diagnosis, root cause analysis, technical problem-solving, and reliability improvement initiatives


• Experience working with cross-functional teams including Service, Operations, Technology, and Remote Operation Centers (ROC)


• Willingness to travel to wind farm sites and support critical troubleshooting activities when required


• Advanced turbine fault diagnosis and fault-finding ability


• Solid understanding of wind turbine electrical, control, hydraulic, and mechanical systems


• Ability to analyze SCADA data, alarms, logs, and performance trends to identify root causes and corrective actions


• Proficiency in controller software, turbine communication networks, and condition monitoring systems


• Solid knowledge of reliability engineering principles and continuous improvement methodologies

Competencies

• Highly developed diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to Root Cause Analysis (RCA)


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy business environment


• Well-developed diagnostic and problem-solving abilities with a systematic approach to root cause analysis


• Effective stakeholder coordination and clear communication skills


• Ability to build international networks and collaborate effectively across global teams


• Deep customer orientation paired with a business-minded approach


• Cooperative attitude with a willingness to support broader organizational objectives


• Ability to translate technical knowledge into practical business solutions

What We Offer

Opportunity to work with leading specialists/SMEs across Vestas global organization. Direct collaboration with global Technology and R&D teams. Exposure to the latest innovations in wind energy, including Offshore Wind technology—diverse and challenging technical assignments across Asia. An international and evolving work environment focused on continuous learning and growth—good opportunities for professional development and technical leadership.

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.