Plant Technical Support Engineer, Specialist

Vestas; Malmö kommun; Hybrid; SEK 620,000 - 880,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Plant Technical Support Engineer, Specialist to act as the technical anchor for the department. You will report to the Director and help shape strategy and technical agendas while coordinating across R&D, operations, and global communities.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience in a technical environment, experience with SCADA systems is valued, and fluency in English is essential. The role offers exposure to international projects and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Be the technical anchor for the department and report to the Director.
• Engage in technical escalations and risks to the business.
• Anchor point for the four technical communities and align initiatives.
• Stakeholder engagement in global and regional communities.
• Input to management on technical gaps, prioritisation and regional risks.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Information Technology

Automation

Telecommunications

Job description

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.

Apply no later than 20.09.2026.

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.