Tooling Engineers
We are hiring Tooling Engineers to join our Blades Process Engineering team at the Vestas wind turbine blade factory in Taranto. We are looking for professionals to support the handling & logistics and finish & paint manufacturing areas. Positions are available for both junior and senior engineers.
Responsibilities
- Design, specify, and optimize tooling for either Handling & Logistics or Finish & Paint processes.
- Define maintenance planning and treatment processes for lifecycle management of tools.
- Define technical and safety requirements for tools.
- Support supplier coordination and tool validation, including TPM (Total Productive Maintenance).
- Contribute to maintenance strategies using EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) systems.
- Solve tooling‑related issues using structured methods such as 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagram.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to improve tool performance, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
- Support standardization projects and share best practices with other Vestas sites.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, CE marking, and internal policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience as a junior or senior tooling specialist is acceptable.
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
Competencies
- Solid understanding of industrial tooling and mechanical systems.
- Ability to define technical and safety requirements for tools.
- Practical problem‑solving mindset.
- Willingness to work directly on the shop floor.
What We Offer
- Attractive salary + premio.
- A key engineering role in a high‑tech, sustainable manufacturing facility.
- The opportunity to enhance the efficiency, safety, and quality of our production processes.
- Career growth in a global leader in wind energy.
- A collaborative, diverse, and innovation‑driven team.
Location
This position is based at the Vestas blades factory in Taranto, Italy. Candidates should be located nearby or be willing to relocate.
EEO Statement
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. We ask that you remove any personal information such as photos, dates of birth, gender pronouns, or marital status from your CV/resume. Your submission should focus on professional and educational background, along with email and phone contact details. We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
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