Aeroelastic Stability Specialist

Vestas; Leça do Balio; Presencial; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Vestas in Porto, Portugal, is seeking an Aeroelastic Stability Specialist to lead stability analyses for next‑generation wind turbines. You will define, govern, and advance stability capabilities across the turbine lifecycle, driving methodologies, frameworks, and evidence packages used for design, service, and certification decisions.

You will collaborate with blade design, system integration, testing, and certification teams to ensure traceable stability evidence, reduce late-stage rework, and

Qualificações

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical, Structural, Aerospace/Aeronautical, Computational, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• At least 10 years of professional experience, including 5+ years in aeroelastic stability analysis of wind turbines.
• Experience defining stability criteria, margin methodologies, and evidence packages.
• Knowledge of certification processes and TRLs in deploying new technologies.
• Experience in studies and validation activities including OMA.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the technical authority for aeroelastic stability across products and development projects.
• Own Aeroelastic Stability as a governed service with criteria, model libraries, and evidence packages.
• Define stability standards and governance frameworks for consistent decision‑making.
• Lead validation and verification, correlating simulations with test and field data.
• Partner with blade design, system integration, service, certification, and modelling teams.
• Shape the stability roadmap and drive innovation for next‑gen turbine technologies.

Conhecimentos

Aeroelastic stability

Aeroelastic modelling

Simulation tools

HAWC2

Flex5

Bladed

HAWCStab2

Stakeholder management

Formação académica

Master's or PhD in Mechanical/Structural/Aerospace/Civil Engineering

Ferramentas

HAWC2

Flex5

Bladed

HAWCStab2

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Shape the future of wind energy.

Join Vestas as an Aeroelastic Stability Specialist and tackle complex engineering challenges that influence next-generation wind turbine design.

Use your expertise in aeroelasticity, simulation, and stability analysis to drive innovation, guide critical technical decisions, and help deliver safe, reliable, and high-performing renewable energy solutions.

Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development > Loads & Control (LaC) > LaC Modelling

Loads & Control (LaC) is responsible for designing and optimizing Vestas' wind turbine products with respect to structural loads, energy performance, and control strategies. The department plays a pivotal role in translating product and technology roadmaps into robust, scalable, and certifiable engineering solutions across the entire product lifecycle. Within LaC, the LaC Modelling team owns the aero-servo-elastic simulation capabilities that enable critical engineering decisions throughout turbine development. These capabilities support areas such as blade design, system integration, load assessment, and aeroelastic stability evaluation, combining advanced physical modelling, numerical simulation, and industrialized software solutions. As wind turbines continue to increase in size and complexity, accurate prediction of turbine behaviour and stability has become increasingly important. To strengthen this strategic capability, we are seeking an Aeroelastic Stability Specialist who will serve as a technical authority within the domain.

In this role, you will be responsible for defining, governing, and continuously advancing Vestas' aeroelastic stability capabilities across the turbine lifecycle. You will drive the development of methodologies, simulation frameworks, and best practices that ensure stability risks are identified, understood, and managed in a consistent and traceable manner. The expectation is to achieve consistent stability decision-making across platforms, minimize blade-design rework caused by late identification of stability issues, ensure end-to-end traceability of stability evidence, strengthen correlation with test and field data, and drive adoption of standardized stability workflows through governed pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for aeroelastic stability, providing expert guidance and driving stability-related decisions across products, technologies, and development projects
• Own Aeroelastic Stability as a governed service, including machine-readable stability criteria, standardized assessment outputs, version-controlled stability model libraries, applicability boundaries, risk classification, and evidence packages for product, blade, service, and certification decisions
• Define and maintain stability standards, assessment criteria, and governance frameworks to support consistent decision‑making across the organization
• Lead validation and verification activities, correlating simulation results with test and field data to improve model accuracy and confidence in engineering decisions
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders, including blade design, system integration, service, certification, and modelling teams, to manage stability risks and align on technical requirements
• Investigate and resolve complex aeroelastic stability challenges, translating technical insights into actionable recommendations that support product development and operational performance
• Shape the future aeroelastic stability roadmap, driving innovation, capability development, and technical leadership to support next‑generation wind turbine technologies

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Mechanical, Structural, Aerospace/Aeronautical, Computational, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years focused on aeroelastic stability analysis of wind turbines, with demonstrated ownership of stability methodologies, assessment criteria, or modelling frameworks used across engineering organizations
• Experience defining stability criteria, stability‑margin methodologies, validated model libraries, standardized assessment outputs, and evidence packages used for design, service, and certification decisions
• Knowledge of certification processes, engineering governance, and industry frameworks, including familiarity with Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and the deployment of new technologies into industrial applications
• Experience designing and executing studies, experiments, and validation activities related to wind turbine stability, including the analysis and interpretation of measurement data using techniques such as Operational Modal Analysis (OMA)
• Strong capability in analysing complex datasets to investigate, diagnose, and resolve wind turbine vibration and stability‑related issues
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical findings into practical engineering recommendations and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary stakeholders across R&D, testing, certification, and product development teams

Competencies

• Extensive experience with wind turbine aeroelastic modelling and simulation tools, including both time‑domain (e.g., HAWC2, Flex5, Bladed) and frequency‑domain (e.g., HAWCStab2) environments
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and initiatives within the wind energy or related engineering industries
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex technical challenges and identify practical solutions
• Demonstrated engineering judgment and technical credibility, capable of challenging assumptions while maintaining a collaborative and pragmatic approach
• Comfortable making technical decisions under uncertainty, using structured reasoning and clearly documenting assumptions, risks, and recommendations
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and technical domains

What We Offer

We offer an opportunity to be part of a global team in an exciting business with a very comprehensive product range. You will hold long‑term technical ownership of a critical engineering capability, with direct influence on how Vestas defines, validates, and certifies aeroelastic stability. The working environment in Loads & Control is informal but with clear strategic direction. You will be part of a project‑oriented organization with highly skilled colleagues in an inspiring work environment. Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity and Passion are our core values, and we always put safety first.

Additional Information

The primary work location for this position is Aarhus, Denmark or Porto, Portugal. Up to 20 days of travel per year.

We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 17th Sept 2026.

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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.

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