Junior Engineer – Offshore Foundations & Structures to Vattenfall

About the role

Join Vattenfall in enabling fossil-free living by securing the structural integrity and lifetime of offshore wind foundations across Europe. You do not need all the answers on day one; we value curiosity and offer strong mentorship to help you grow.

On behalf of Vattenfall, Academic Work is looking for one early-career engineer. We are open to candidates from different engineering disciplines – depending on your background, competencies, and personal interests, you will join one of the following three specialist teams:

• Primary Structures: Geotechnical and structural monopile design, optimization, and lifetime reassessment.
• Structural Loads: Multidisciplinary aeroelastic load simulations, structural dynamics, and applied AI/data analytics.
• Secondary Structures & CAD: Steel design, 3D modeling/CAD, structural calculations, and operational integrity.

Across all tracks, you will work on real deliverables alongside experienced colleagues in an international environment focused on psychological safety, modern digital tools, and technical sparring.

At Vattenfall, they foster a culture built on trust, well-being, and balance:

• Supportive community & mentorship: A thorough, safe onboarding alongside dedicated senior engineers and managers to ensure you receive technical sparring and the strongest possible career start.
• Inclusive environment: An open and informal culture where you can ask questions, challenge existing ways of working, learn from mistakes, and share ideas from day one.
• Flexibility with respect for your life: A 37-hour working week with core hours between 09:00–15:00 and flexible hybrid/home-office options, balancing presence at the office with everyday life.

Work tasks

In this role, you will be integrated directly into real offshore wind projects and operating assets from day one. You will work independently, but you will never face challenges alone - a dedicated senior engineer is always by your side for sparring and quality checks. 

You will not cover all disciplines; your day-to-day responsibilities will be focused within your designated team:

• Primary Structures track:
  • Design and optimization of monopile foundation structures across structural and geotechnical disciplines.
  • Analyzing structural performance data from measurements and the running offshore fleet to support lifetime extensions.
• Structural Loads track:
  • Aeroelastic load simulations and turbine dynamic response assessments using multidisciplinary simulation tools.
  • Exploring and developing AI, machine learning, and automation workflows for engineering data.
• Secondary Structures & CAD track:
  • Concept development, detailed steel design, 3D modeling, and technical drawings for secondary structures.
  • Structural calculations (FEA or hand calculations) and operational technical support for offshore assets.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a recent graduate or has up to approximately 1–2 years of post-graduation experience.
• Holds an engineering degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) within Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Offshore, or Wind Energy Engineering (or similar).
• Brings a solid theoretical foundation in at least one of the following areas:
  • Structural steel design, geotechnical design, or finite element analysis (FEA).
  • Aeroelasticity, fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, or structural dynamics.
  • Mechanical design, 3D CAD modeling, and technical drawing preparation.
• Has an analytical, structured mindset and a proactive problem-solving attitude.
• Possesses strong communication skills, an open personality, and a collaborative team-first approach.
• Speaks and writes fluent English (Vattenfall’s corporate language).

It is an advantage if you:

• Have an interest or demonstrated experience in data analysis, Python/programming, automation, or applied AI/machine learning.
• Have prior relevant experience from student jobs, internships, or thesis projects within renewable energy, offshore wind, or structural mechanics.

Our recruitment process

The recruitment process is managed by Academic Work, and it is our client's wish that all inquiries regarding the position are directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is ongoing, and the job posting may close before the recruitment process is completed if we advance to the next phase. The process includes two tests: a personality assessment and a cognitive test. These tests serve as tools to find the right talent for the right role and ensure equal opportunity, diversity, and a fair evaluation process.

Do You Feel a Match?

Even if you don't feel you check every single technical box, we still encourage you to apply! Both we at Academic Work and the team at Vattenfall value your potential, your curiosity, and your drive to learn just as much as your specific experience. We are looking for the right mindset and motivation to grow within offshore wind engineering.

VATTENFALL A/S

Vattenfall is one of Europe's largest producers and retailers of electricity and heat. Vattenfall’s main purpose is to enable fossil-free living within one generation. The company employs approximately 20,000 people and primarily operates in Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the UK.

Vattenfall works actively to build a more attractive and diverse workplace where all employees have equal rights and opportunities regardless of background, and where everyone's contribution is valued.