Assistant Lead Engineer - Tooling

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving-force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Engineering & Business Service Center > Engineering > Manufacturing Tooling 

Are you interested to learn, design and develop the tools and equipment's used to bring the innovative design of the wind turbine modules to reality in our factories and the tools used to install in the wind farm? Come join our Tool Engineering team which is part of Engineering department in EBSC. Let's learn, challenge and grow together.

Responsibilities 

• Accountable for providing the most robust, reliable, efficient tooling design solution with highest performance for Manufacturing & Production of wind turbine components/assembly
• Accountable for understanding, clarifying and reviewing tooling design specification, design verification & validation, design risk associated in manufacturing value chain
• Contribute to cost reduction and improve quality through standardization, modularization and process efficiency improvements.
• Ensure cross functional collaboration with relevant interface owners throughout the value chain.
• Deliver the technical solution within quality, time and cost targets of the project

Qualifications    

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or allied
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Tool design and /or Product design in Heavy Engineering Industry
• Experience in Mechanical design and specification in compliant to the relevant international standards
• Experience in working in an intercultural environment

Competencies    

• In-depth knowledge in Structural Mechanics is essential.
• Experience in 3D-Modeling and 2D-drafting, preferably using CREO/ PDMlink and project execution through SAP/ECM systems.•Broad Knowledge in Engineering Basics.
• Work experience in GD&T.
• Work Experience/or Exposure to lifting tools and structures in an assembly Factory.
• Knowledge on FEA (Preferably ANSYS/Pro-Mechanica).
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing and preferably insight into wind turbines, e.g. welding processes and material properties.
• Exposure or Experience with International engineering standards like ASME/EN/ISO. Etc.
• Exposure to CE marking/DFMEA/risk assessment etc. needed for product development.
• Knowledge of Wind turbines & heavy lifting/ Transportation equipment.
• Should have a creative approach to new challenges, a natural flair for innovation and thrive with varied tasks and constant changes from day to day.
• Should be result oriented with a strong focus on the task and to be able to meet the deadlines with the right quality.
• Team player: strong collaboration focus and ability to motivate colleagues within project team.
• Good communication skills to report effectively on the project status at all levels of an organisation.
• Good stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with key members of the value-stream.

What We Offer

We offer a chance to join the global leader in sustainable energy solutions, while working as part of a highly motivated and collaborative team. You will get to work with and interact with colleagues locally and across the globe and receive the required training for your professional and personal development in a highly exciting, safe and comfortable work environment.

Additional InformationYour primary location will be in Chennai.  Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 31st August 2024.

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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 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 are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.  Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.  With 29,000 employees globally, we are 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. We also aim to give 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.