Senior Functional lead - Blade bearing & Hub structure

Join us a Senior Functional lead in the team and lead the development of next-generation wind turbine hubs. In this role, you will drive technical innovation, manage cross-functional projects, and deliver cutting-edge solutions that power the future of renewable energy worldwide. Collaborate with a diverse, global team and make a lasting impact on sustainable energy—at the forefront of wind technology innovation.

Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Hub Module Technical Management

Research & Development (R&D) - We are about 2500 internal employees in numerous locations. Our main Technology Centres are based in Aarhus (Denmark), Porto (Portugal) and Chennai (India).We innovate and develop onshore and offshore products, as well as plant and energy solutions, by translating market value drivers into our R&D functions that design and develop these solutions for our customers. By defining, providing and improving the required capabilities, we ensure the organization executes effectively and efficiently within a modular, quality-focused, safe, and sustainable industrial system. Our department, Hub Module Technical Management, is accountable for driving hub design quality and strategy. We are based across two key locations: Aarhus, Denmark and Porto, Portugal.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Functional Lead, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development and integration of hub components and features into hub and nacelle products
• Deliver mature, validated technology components to support ongoing and future hub projects
• Drive project execution using Vestas’ Modular Way to Market, ensuring high-quality models, documentation, and manufacturing readiness
• Assess component performance and maturity using engineering best practices and maintain a clear development roadmap
• Collaborate across functions to balance key design drivers like performance, cost, mass, and process capability
• Own and define design quality standards, lead critical design reviews, and ensure robust implementation across the value chain
• Support organizational capability development and ensure hub design aligns with evolving standards and product guidelines

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering (or a related field), with a solid foundation in slew ring and/or rolling element bearing design
• Minimum of 10 years of industry experience, preferably within engineering or product development roles
• Prior experience in the wind energy sector

Competencies

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates the following competencies and personal attributes:

• Demonstrated technical leadership skills with the ability to engage and align diverse stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes
• Proven track record of successfully driving developments and projects from concept to completion
• Experience with system engineering, design quality tools and FEA tools (is preferred)
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Collaborative team player with a strong commitment to quality
• Capable of leading, mentoring, and developing engineers and functional leads

What we offer

We offer a senior role at the heart of Vestas, where the development of high-quality hubs is a key focus. You will work in an international environment, collaborating with a diverse and motivated team of professionals from around the world. Your insights and decisions will help shape the future of sustainable energy. The position also provides excellent opportunities for continuous development within a fast-evolving, purpose-driven industry.

Additional information

Primary work location is Aarhus (Denmark) or Porto (Portugal), with some travel expected. 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 7th November 2025.

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About VestasVestas 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 185 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 30,000 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.