Senior Engineering Specialist

Warrington, England, United Kingdom

12/19/2024

Do you have experience in the offshore wind industry, engineering design, and project management? Are you enthusiastic about sustainable energy and driven to protect the environment? We’re seeking an experienced engineer with a positive attitude who is eager to advance their career!

Region NCE > Customer Project Execution > Heavy Lift & Site Engineering Offshore

Heavy Lift & Site Engineering team in Vestas is responsible for the technical and marine operations of Offshore Installation Vessels and Service Jack-Up Vessels for Main Component Exchanges in Northern Europe where we support our offshore wind projects. You will become a part of the team with skilled and experienced subject-matter experts within the offshore installation and service logistics area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review seabed and site data, lifting plans, ghost positions, SSA/LPA, and coordinate with jack-up vessel owners and project teams.
• Participate in interface meetings with clients, vessel providers, MWS, and other contractors to ensure smooth information exchange and task distribution within Vestas.
• Assist Sales, Construction, and Service teams with technical and marine operations to ensure safe and efficient vessel sailing, jacking, and lifting.
• Conduct thorough assessments of seabed and site conditions to inform project planning and execution.
• Develop and review detailed lifting plans and ghost positions for operational accuracy.
• Liaise with installation jack-up vessel owners and project teams to ensure alignment and coordination.
• Support technical and marine operations across various functions to maintain safety and efficiency standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience, preferably in Offshore Wind or Oil & Gas with Rigs/Jack-Ups.
• Engineering degree in mechanical, civil, geotechnical, or marine fields.
• Extensive knowledge of projection and ship navigation systems.
• Proficient in marine surveys and data modeling of LIDAR and bathymetric datasets.
• Experienced in chart production and handling pUXO, MAG, SSS, and SUB objects.
• Deep expertise in Offshore Wind Jack-Up Vessels, Marine Operations, and Heavy Lift and Transport.
• Skilled in GIS, AutoCAD, and MS Office, with fluency in English.
  
  

Competencies

• Capable of working both individually and as part of a team.
• Team-oriented with proven cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Progressive mindset with a self-motivated attitude.
• Proficient in scheduling and prioritizing tasks.
  
  

What we offer

We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for development in an inspiring environment at a world leading wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a professional development commitment and colleagues that take care of each other. Vestas offers great healthcare and flexible work opportunities.

Additional Information

Primary work location: we are open for candidates to be based in Aarhus, Hamburg, Malmo, Warrington, or Vaasa.

Expected travel: approximately 30 days per year.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, 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 1/1/2025.

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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 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. 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.