Senior Control Engineer

Vattenfall BA Wind is looking for a Senior Control Engineer with WTG Control, software, and data analysis knowledge for our Business Area Wind within the WTG Systems Engineering department. If you are interested in a job with potential, possibilities, and want to be a part of an organization with special focus on Renewables, you may be the person we are looking for. You will be collaborating with colleagues located across the various European locations.

The WTG Systems Engineering department is the technical WTG knowledge centre within Business Area Wind, setting the standards and guidelines as well as being embedded within our projects, both through the development and implementation phase and later taking over the support to the operations as Backoffice. On the technical level the department covers all hardware and software engineering aspects of the WTG.

We now have an opportunity for the right candidate to further strengthen our WTG Systems Engineering team as Senior Control Engineer.

Job Description

Current challenges you can expect from us.

Your main responsibilities within WTG Systems Engineering will be various WTG control system and software tasks supporting development of new wind projects, and the operation and optimization of our existing offshore and onshore wind assets. Additionally, support the department's knowledge growth by creating and deploying industry best practices on electrical and data-science topics. In this context, it is crucial to continuously learn and to recognise the potential of constantly improving technology.

We support our assets throughout their operational lifetime, incl. assessing technical solutions, performing RCAs on the main component level, and assessing the technical integrity of the components and systems.

Description of the position as Senior Control Engineer

To provide technical expertise to the business with a range of experience in the electrical WTG design of modern wind turbines, and wind farm systems, including.

• Developing data extraction programs on virtual machines to collect data from wind farm devices using various protocols and integrating into a decentralised database.
• Debugging the logfiles from the WTG and wind farms.
• Reviewing the software release from the OEM before implementation in the Fleet.
• Be active in the Machine interface learning for WTG’s and Windfarms.
• Be an active interface towards Digital Engineering, Analytics and Digital Insights.
• Supporting the projects during the Technical Due Diligence and contract phase.
• Support to interface management during the construction phase of electrical installations in on- and offshore wind farms.
• Preparing/updating technical documentation.
• Review of design documentation from suppliers and Contractors.
• Ad hoc support to the O&M organisation with technical expertise from end-of-warranty to decommissioning of the windfarm.

Be in your element with BA Wind

Our wind, solar and batteries business offers a unique opportunity to be in your element working to help harness the forces which will take us to fossil freedom.

As part of BA Wind, you will play a key role in one of the most exciting pipelines in the industry with 24GW of capacity stretching out more than a decade ahead across our key European markets.

You won’t only be involved in developing projects but also pioneering cutting-edge innovation, new business models and ways of working with communities and the environment. Working as part of a leading European utility also means you could be helping a growing number of major businesses and brands achieve their own sustainability goals through partnerships.

Vattenfall is a leading European energy company driving the transition to a sustainable energy system. We have been electrifying industries, powering homes and transforming life through innovation for more than 100 years. We employ around 21 000 people mostly in our core markets in Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the UK.

Your role

In this role, you will be a key contributor to the operational control and performance optimization of our offshore and onshore wind assets. You will collaborate closely with the Engineering organization, offering your expertise to ensure assets operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards. A core element of this position involves fostering knowledge growth within the department: you will create, refine, and deploy best-in-class practices on electrical topics, ensuring the entire team stays at the forefront of evolving technologies.

Throughout the operational life cycle of our wind farms—from commissioning through decommissioning—you will support ongoing technical evaluations, conduct root cause analyses (RCAs) at the main component level, and oversee the technical integrity of various systems. Your background in the electrical design of modern wind turbines, especially frequency converter technology, will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and driving innovation across our portfolio.

As the Senior Control Engineer, you will also serve as a subject-matter expert, informing decision-making processes, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring that all engineering solutions align with both immediate operational needs and long-term strategic goals. By recognizing the potential of emerging technologies and consistently enhancing our technical standards, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable energy production.

Our Expected Qualifications to the Senior Control Engineer

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, e.g., M. Sc.
• Relevant wind industry experience (offshore wind preferable)
• Programming skills from embedded programming, e.g., C++, Python or similar, SQL.
• Experience with machine learning and data mining
• Experience with Git Hub and Azure DevOps for agile software development
• Experience with development of autonomous processes
• Experience with device interfaces via various protocols
• Experience with development and implementation of software in the WTG
• Experience with debugging of fault events on WTG level and park level
• Experience with troubleshooting within different component areas, with reference to software logs
• Open mindset and willingness to explore unknown areas.
• Good language skills both writing and oral, in English
• Flexible approach to travel and offshore WTG work

Your profile

We are seeking an electrical engineer with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering who combines a robust theoretical background with strong practical skills. The ideal candidate will have  experience from the wind energy sector, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of WTG Frequency Converter Technology, wind industry project engineering, and troubleshooting for complex mechatronic systems. Experience in the offshore wind industry - including debugging at both the turbine and park levels is highly desirable, as is proficiency in Python, Matlab Simulink, or similar data analysis tools:

Why not start your journey to working for fossil freedom by applying now?

Location The preferred location is Kolding, and travelling to other Vattenfall offices must be expected.  

Our offer

Looking for a career with growth?

Looking for a role where your superpowers can be leveraged to the maximum and with limitless opportunities for growth?

The scale and ambition of our wind, battery and solar business means you can really find your element with us. We’ll also provide you with all the learning and development you need to expand your horizons.

We strive to be the best place to work in the industry with highly competitive pay and conditions and an open, supportive culture. A commitment to a healthy work-life balance aims to ensure everyone plays to their strengths, whatever their background and experiences.

You will be part of a growing team of 1,700+ colleagues from 50+ nationalities where our positive approach to diversity is reflected in the fact that more than a quarter of staff are women.

More Information 

Does it sound interesting to you? We welcome your application via the website no later than the 17th of August 2025. Applications will be managed continuously throughout the application period.

For more information about the position and the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact Head of WTG Technology System Engineering Rikke Juul Balle via RikkeJuul.Balle@vattenfall.com or Manager, WTG Engineering Operations Technology Morten Kildeberg, via morten.kildeberg@vattenfall.com.

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to building a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be a good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation. Click here for further information. 

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfil within Vattenfall and will be performed by a third party, Validata. 

Since Vattenfall is a part of the Swedish critical infrastructure, many of our services are security classed. If this position is security classified the final candidates might be subject to a security vetting process, according to Swedish legislation. 

We look forward to receiving your application!