Assistant Lead Engineer

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 > Global Power Plant Solutions > Global PPS, Grid Solutions
 
Power Plant Solutions, based in Chennai and a division of Product Lines, provides support to global markets and regions through comprehensive power plant grid interconnection studies and adherence to grid code compliance. Our vision is to establish ourselves as the Global Centre of Excellence for grid interconnection and the deployment of sustainable energy solutions.
The PPS team is composed of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in both industry and academia. We uphold the Vestas values of Accountability, Collaboration, and Simplicity, which form the foundation of our culture as we seek top-quality performance.
 
Responsibilities

Development and review of electrical power system simulation models for wind and hybrid plants
Detailed exposure to grid interconnection requirements and grid codes
Analyzing site specific grid interconnection solutions
Design and review the design for the BoP for wind power plants
Presentations and meeting with Grid operators/customers for project specific needs
Work in close co-ordination with the Regional PPS colleagues
Report writing and review of reports
Guiding one or more Engineers / Trainee in a team
Expected to lead a team and act as GGS Regional Lead

 
Qualifications

Master's / Bachelors in Power system / Similar engineering specialization
Acumen with minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in power system studies in renewable energy / Power domain
Experience in design & review of renewable grid interconnection solutions
Exposure to Grid codes and experience in providing a compliance for different TSOs
Candidate with proficiency in english communication skills
Tools experience in PSS/E Power Factory / PSCAD / ETAP / equivalent tools

 
Competencies

Proficiency in simulation tools like PSS/E, Power Factory, PSCAD, or equivalent tools
Solid electrical engineering background in relation to the substation engineering, Load flows, short circuit, transient analysis, harmonic assessment, relay settings & co-ordinations and eBoP
You are innovative and result oriented attitude with Managerial/Leadership exposure
Good at using MS-OFFICE products (WORD / EXCEL / POWER POINT / etc)
Experience in efficiently managing projects/tasks and guide a team of Engineers
Familiar with Grid codes and experience in providing a compliance for different TSOs
Worked in Grid code compliance studies or relevant Power system studies

 
What We Offer
We offer a very exciting job in a flat, multi-cultural and progressive department focusing on reaching world class results. To us, it is all about knowing the market and our customers, defining the right solutions and getting it done - all in the best possible way. We would like you to participate in that mission.
 
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 May 2026.
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About VestasVestas 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 185 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 30,000 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.