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Applications, Controls & Electrical > Power System Integration Module > Electrical BoP & Infrastructure

As an Engineer within the Electrical BoP & Infrastructure department (eBoP&I), you will be a part of a highly skilled team, with focus on the integration of hybrid electrical components such as Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Energy Storage (BES) and Power-to-X (PtX) solutions in Vestas Hybrid Power Plants. 

At eBoP&I we look to improve the reliability of the system by standardizing dynamic components for Vestas Power Plants, such as Capacitor Banks, STATCOM and Synchronous Condensers, ensuring its compliance with global and regional standards. We have team members with both senior expertise from transmission system operators, highly skilled academia- and long industry background. This position is placed in Chennai, India. We live the Vestas values: Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity and Passion which form the backbone for our culture of striving for world class.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and improve existing company standards on dynamic components
• Take part in qualification of 3rd party vendor components
• Undertake generic updates of our hybrid and dynamic components Technical Purchase Specification (TPS) 
• Support technical vendor dialogues with relevant companies in the industry 
• Take part in the tests and verifications related to the components in qualification process, together with specialized teams colleagues 
• Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Interface with colleagues from our internal value chain and Vestas sales organization
• Support R&D projects related to various plant components
• Support the technology outlook within our field and inputs to our R&D roadmap
• Develop modular design concepts for hybrid power plants following Vestas internal processes
• Take part in Supplier Qualification assessments for technical evaluation of 3rd party components such as Power Transformers, Switchgears & HV Cables
• Develop and maintain EBoP tools & sizing calculations according to IEC/ IEEE standards for passive components
• Conduct simulations such as load flow, short circuit studies integrating all BoP assets in Power Factory & ETAP

Qualifications

• Bachelor/ Master Electrical / Power Systems / Similar specialization
• At least 5-6 years of demonstrated technical accomplishments professional experience
• Possess a solid understanding of concepts like renewable power plant design, system definition & analysis, as well as grid interconnection
• Have a proven history of planning and designing eBoP systems, such as, on AC/DC systems, MV/HV equipment and Control, Protection and Relay Coordination & HV Substation design
• Have a general knowledge of some of the following
• Wind power plants
• SVCs, STATCOMs
• Diesel/gas-gensets
• Synchronous condensers
• Other emerging main electrical components for hybrid renewable power plants
• Have knowledge on relevant IEC/ IEEE standards for electrical components in a substation
• Be motivated to work within renewable power plants R&D
• Worked on technical specifications and project documentation
• Worked on R&D projects following stage-gate development processes
• Experience in Pre or Detailed design engineering on any Generation/ Distribution power system
• Worked with Grid operators, Power generators, Utilities, Grid consulting companies, Power plant engineering companies or eBoP components manufacturers etc
• Experience using the major power system simulation tools such as ETAP, PowerFactory, PSS/E and PSCAD
• General knowledge of power plant control systems

Competencies

• Approach situations in a pragmatically manner
• Naturally share knowledge with the team
• Communicate in English at a high level both verbally and in writing
• Enjoy delivering results, both separately and through others
• Network and build, develop and maintain relationships in a global, multi-cultural environment
• Have a documented experience in developing and working through other engineers, that could have included scoping projects and setting direction for smaller teams
• Enjoy growing and working through others
• We offer you a job in a true global and fast-moving organization with great opportunities for personal development, where emphasis is placed on the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. 
• You will benefit from working at a high professional level and with a solid technical commitment in a very inspiring environment. You will be directly involved and develop core products and services, which are of outmost importance to our customers.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be in Chennai, India. 

Please note: 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 31st 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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