Lead Engineer - FEA (Chennai, TN, IN)

solutionsVestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Aerodynamic & Mechanical Tower Module Tower Value Engineering Offshore

Tower offshore value engineering department is responsible for providing optimized tower solution to Vestas tower program. The tasks range from understanding the design requirement and requirement specification, designing tower using analytical and FEM calculations, designing tower components, performing DFMEA, test planning and execution to risk assessments and compilation of certification documentation. Tower offshore value engineering is part of global tower Module. The department is responsible for provide customized tower solution based on site specific integrated load analysis for sales order, design modification for local market and to provide innovative design solution for life extension tower along with fulfilling certification need.

Focus is on securing sound, cost-optimized and production friendly solutions and at the same time fulfilling the overall requirements to safety and functionality for the products. Additionally, process efficiency and lead time reduction is of key importance in order to fulfill Vestas's overall ambitions of delivering products, which are configured to customer needs in a timely manner. The team is in Chennai, India.

Responsibilities

Gather and understand the project requirement

Deliver tower structural calculations/ FEA and assist in developing / optimize designs and processes

Deliver the technical solution within the quality, the time and cost targets of the project

Identify and report technical risks within the project scope

Provide feedback and task design solutions to interfacing systems in order to optimize product design

Development and optimization of FE models and post-processing tools

Participate in the development of proprietary software using Matlab, Python or VBA- Deliver the technical solution within quality, time, and cost targets of the project

Qualifications

Master's / Bachelor's in Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural / similar engineering specialization

Minimum 5 - 8 Years experience in product development and FEA

Experience in linear, nonlinear, fatigue, contact, vibration analysis using FEA

Experience in the design of turbine or dynamically loaded structures

Technical leadership & Project leader skills (Technical project management)

Competencies

Good fundamental and problem solving skill using short programs

Experience in product development and FEA (good to have)

Experience in linear, nonlinear, fatigue, contact, vibration analysis using FEA

knowledge on Bolted and welded connections, Fatigue analysis, Fracture Mechanics and Buckling analysis

Experience in Python, Matlab and VBA programing

Have good communication skills to convey complex problems to a wide range of stakeholders

Having good problem-solving skills and be able to supervise sub-projects and be able to meet deadlines

Worked in multicultural and global environment

Enthusiastic and demonstrate leadership skill through various initiatives in collage and career

What We Offer

We offer an exciting workplace with skilled professional and personal development opportunities in an inspiring, international work environment with an established wind turbine manufacturer. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a professional technical commitment

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 25th March 2024.

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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 173 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 29,000 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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Full time