Manager-Lifecycle Management

Research & Development (R&D) > Nacelles R&D > Converter & Electrical Module

Through innovation, development and continuous improvement Vestas R&D develops the products and technologies that reduce the cost of energy and bring the highest possible value to our customers and to Vestas. To put it short: Vestas R&D develops the sustainable power systems of the future. Within Vestas R&D, the department Converter & Electrical Module is responsible for technology and product development of the wind turbine's frequency converters, their control, and high-voltage transformers, switchgear and cables, and busbars. The department is composed of several submodules, of which one specifically covers quality.

The Converter & Electrical Module works with suppliers and internal stakeholders—turbine integration, procurement, assembly, and service—to provide top-quality solutions from our teams' locations in Denmark, Portugal, and India. As Converter & Electrical Lifecycle Management Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring continuous cost efficiency improvements on the module products, operational readiness, design maintenance, and product customization. You will report to the module owner of the converter & electrical module and be part of the module management team.

Responsibilities

• Set the direction within LCM and ensure the LCM submodule and the entire Module are aligned and lined up behind that direction to produce results reliably through the team
• Facilitate development of the Cost Out roadmap, including pipeline idea generation, maturation and completion
• Ensure Operational Readiness (OR) of new products through early engagement and intensive support by providing fast mitigation and resolution to operational issues during transport, construction, commissioning and service of new turbines
• Facilitate effective and prompt Design Maintenance management throughout the Module, including upgrades, obsolescence, retrofits, and sunsetting
• Manage handling of feasibility studies and implementation of customization of the Module's existing products
• Effective people performance and development dialogue (incl. one-to-one, target setting, development plans)
• Managing resource planning and delegation of work and budget controlling
• Engaged talent management and development strategies
• Coaching employees in execution of daily tasks
• Managing value chain stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical/Automation or similar specialization
• Effective People management performance in a large cross-cultural organization
• Experience from working as a design engineer (or application engineer) within the electrical domain
• Experience with the areas of technical cost-out, design maintenance and product customization
• Experience in managing in a matrix organization and across cultures

Competencies

• Highly motivated, positive, engaged and extrovert with a deep motivation and optimistic outlook
• Committed, result-oriented, and demonstrates accountability
• Solid leadership and communication skills and capable of acting as a motivator
• Adept at managing across borders, with teams in different time zones and cultural surroundings
• Good organizational skills and can collaborate and communicate on all levels in the organization
• Proficient English skills (speaking and writing)
• Solid networker and can easily build relationships

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with good opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, innovative, and international work environment in the renewable energy sector. Our focus is on partnership, integrity, clarity, and motivation in all our endeavors

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 15th October 2025.

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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 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.