Overview
Specialist | Full-Time | Engineering
As a Tooling Engineer at Vestas, you will play a key role in defining the development, requirements and specifications for tools used in the Logistic & Handling process at the Blades factories. If you do not have deep knowledge of composite materials, you will have a high motivation to acquire it. You will prioritize tools essential for the latest Logistic and Handling technologies to maintain efficiency and contribute to overall business performance; Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
Responsibilities
* Design and optimize tools for the Logistic & Handling of Blades components, material and whole Blades.
* Tool development
* Tooling requirements and specifications
* Tool industrialization and standardization
* Support supplier management
* Tool delivery (TPM)
* Service and maintenance strategy including EAM
* Tool optimization including tools in use today
* Be part of building a culture of excellence, innovation, and responsibility
* Use digital tools like data analytics to improve performance and make data-driven decisions
* Investigate and solve production issues using structured methods such as the 5x Whys and Fishbone diagrams
* Apply continuous improvement principles using quality tools like Lean to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and ensure final product quality
Education
* Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* GB Lean
Experience
* About 8 years of experience in similar roles as described above
What you will do
* Tool development
* Tools functional requirements specification
* Define maintenance plans
* Leading tooling projects
* Use data process analyses
* Operate in a data-driven organization
* Implement optimization and standardization within manufacturing processes using the toolbox mentioned above
Essential skills
* Capturing functional and non-functional requirements from stakeholders and design for Manufacturability & Maintainability
* Able to develop or specify the functions of tools for Handling internal material, blade parts and whole blades
* Deep understanding of how transport or storage equipment should be designed to avoid damage to material, blade parts or blades
* Designing or specifying equipment that meets CE marking, local safety regulations, sustainability & Energy Efficiency
* Participate in root-cause analysis and systematic problem-solving within Handling & Logistics
* Understanding of how Logistic & Handling tools can be automated for product quality and efficiency
* Willing to spend time in the factory environment to understand and solve problems within Logistic tools
* Experience in root-cause analysis and systematic problem-solving in production environments
* Knowledge of composite materials (fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins, etc.)
* Data-driven decision making
* Use of 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams to identify and solve production issues
* Ability to work as part of cross-functional product development projects
* Self-motivated, result-oriented with strong organizational discipline
* Ability to collaborate across cultures and time zones with stakeholders
* Customer-oriented with understanding of the full business value chain from a customer perspective
* Commitment to learning
Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates based on professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, please remove photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on professional and educational background, along with contact details. We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
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 identity or criteria. Our CEO emphasizes that expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to solve complex challenges. Your unique perspective will help us power a sustainable, green energy future.
Beware – Recruitment Fraud
It has come to our attention that there are fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link: https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines, onshore and offshore. We have installed more wind power than our competitors and continue to lead in the industry with over 185 GW installed and 40+ years of experience. With 30,000 employees worldwide, Vestas promotes a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and inclusion for all.
#J-18808-Ljbffr