Production Engineering Specialist (f/m/d)

Do you have an engineering degree? We are now looking for our new Production Engineering Specialist, so if you have several years of experience or not so much but are eager to learn and grow, apply today and find a great job where you will be challenged, with a friendly and informal culture and colleagues who are enthusiastic and highly motivated by their tasks.   

Vestas Technology & Operations > Vestas Nacelles > Powertrain, Converter, Electronics Regional NCE PE & TS department is part of the NCE Manufacturing organization, supporting the NCE regional factories as spear head organization in new product introduction (NPI) projects and as support function on more complex technical changes to the running production. The teams focus areas are generators, nacelles and hub production.  In NPI projects the regional PE & TS departments act as subject matter experts taking part in the development of both the product and the production. When a new product has reached a certain state of maturity it's handed over to the regional PE & TS team for further development and maturing the product and production processes before it's finally handed over to serial production.  During serial production the regional PE & TS team will also support on the technical side when larger issues in the factories arise and require more in depth electrical and mechanical support.  Part of the regional PE & TS team responsibilities are also technology transfers to other factories in the region but also world-wide, optimizing production setups via new technology and optimization solution transfers. The department is primarily focusing on activities in NCE region but is interfacing in a global environment having production facilities across the globe, where support can be needed.  

Responsibilities Your tasks as a specialist will vary in complexity and nature but will keep focus on the below items:

• Subject matter expert in Generator NPI projects delivering tasks and activities at the agreed time, including participation in Generator Prototype activities
• Development of production setup and documentation including process flow, component allocation layout, and work instructions
• Specify special tooling and test equipment needed for production of the product
• Support the serial production regarding non-conformity, technical questions, automation and maturing the assembly process

Qualifications

• An engineering degree preferable within electrical field or other relevant education, combined with 3-5 years relevant experience within either design, production, or other relevant areas
• A good broad technical foundation, and the ability to pick up new knowledge fast
• A good understanding of complex organizational setups, to efficiently communicate with your colleagues and relevant stakeholders

Competencies

• We expect that you are commit towards being able to:
• Be disciplined with respect to structures and agreements
• Being able to speak up if something is not right!
• Take the ownership and drive changes if needed

Additionally, we expect that you:

• Succeed as part of a team and that comes naturally for you to collaborate and share knowledge
• Are committed to quality, and don't give in, when things can be tough
• Like to work with complex engineering problems and have a creative approach to next steps
• Good communication skills and are fluent in English (speaking and writing) German language skills are welcomed but are not required. We are a multi-cultural and global company, and international applicants are very welcome

What we offer In our team you will take a specialist role and can expect to find a working culture that's friendly and informal and we're enthusiastic and highly motivated by our tasks. We highly value co-operation, transparency and a healthy work/life balance. We are working in a progressive and dynamic organization where you will be a corner stone in securing that the production facilities are capable of producing as planned and agreed. As part of a global, high-quality organization, we also offer opportunities to grow and develop, both professionally and personally.  

Additional information Location: DE, Travemünde Expected travel up to 20 days annually If you need further information, you are welcome to contact Manager Powertrain, Converter, Electronics Jürgen Plähn at +4945130088716 during normal working hours Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, 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 1st November 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.