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At Vestas we are powered by the dream of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of motivated visionaries. Would you like to join us?

This is a great opportunity to join the growing offshore wind industry. Vestas is a prominent wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.

Electrical Engineering Intern

Vestas - American Wind Technologyhas an immediate opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Intern to support the electrical aspects of Vestas wind turbine installation and maintenance. This position supports the Electrical Engineering department in performing electrical engineering assignments using troubleshooting, root cause analysis and electrical design with some latitude for action and problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

General:

1. A basic understanding of WTG product technology around electrical systems
2. Possesses the ability to communicate with other engineers, field technicians and the Operations organization as a developing subject matter expert on electrical systems topics.
3. Assist in the development and maintenance of region-specific technical documentation in support of electrical systems.
4. Assist Electrical Engineers in root cause analysis as required to resolve electrical anomalies during turbine installation, commissioning and service.
5. Assists in the development of cost-effective technical solutions for electrical systems issues.
6. In cooperation with VAME Engineers, coordinates activities with corporate engineering Research & Development department located in Denmark.
7. Assists with internal failure analysis in support of commercial considerations.
8. Able to present an overview of internship projects and conclusions to the Engineering department.

Construction Support:

1. Supports the Evaluation of construction-related issues regarding turbine installation.
2. Assists in preparation and maintenance of necessary drawings, specifications, and documents for project installations and continuous improvement projects associated with construction.

Service Support:

1. Assists with corrective action projects to analyze and resolve field failures of electrical systems/components for wind turbine generators.
2. Under supervision, responds to technical inquiries from service personnel, project managers, and external customers.
3. Assists with preparation and maintenance of necessary drawings, specifications, and documents for wind turbine generator maintenance and continuous improvement projects associated with in-service turbines.
4. Assists with testing and inspection work in the North American region to assist R&D with ongoing improvement testing.
5. Assists in the design of special tools and processes for wind turbine up tower repairs. Ensures compliance with all applicable electrical codes.

Qualifications:

• Enrollment in Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Program with emphasis on power and control systems.
• Ability to handle stress and multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills
• Proficient organizational skills, ability to maintain confidentiality
• Flexibility working in an organization that frequently undergoes changes.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically in MS Office products and AutoCAD
• A highly motivated professional capable of prioritizing tasks and able to work with little to no supervision

What we offer

As a member of the Vestas team as an engineering intern, we offer a competitive hourly wage with vacation accrual and paid holidays.

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DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognise 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 specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims 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, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives 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.