Head of Blades PE Root Systems

Vestas Technology & Operations > Manufacturing > Blades PE Root Systems

This role is a part of Vestas Blades manufacturing. It is characterized as a co-located & Process-Engineering Focused on Expertise. An organization that embeds engineering expertise directly into the manufacturing value stream and enables faster decision-making and deeper process ownership and Knowledge. It all builds on a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability. The department is a Process driven business model with the following departments : Layup, Infusion, Bonding, Handling & Logistics, Finish & Paint and a central based function within Technical Integration. The Process teams are distributed around our Manufacturing sites. The New Blades Process Engineering VP reports to the SVP, for Blades Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• In your role as Director for the Root System manufacturing process team, your responsibilities will be:
• Analysis of AS IS and future state and build, maintain and implement strategy Plan for the area
• Performance Management of Process arear including defining and KPI and PI and Competence Center within the process area
• Responsible for Kaizen events within the area
• Embeds engineering skills directly into the manufacturing value stream and enables faster decision-making and deeper Infusion process ownership and Knowledge
• Develop and maintain standardized manufacturing processes and tooling solutions and deliver user focused manufacturing documentation to the factories
• Ensures repeatability and scalability across internal and external sites and attracts skilled engineering talent with deep technical expertise.
• Engage and collaborate with relevant colleagues and business stakeholders, and ensure your employees do the same, all to solve operational issues and problems with speed and quality, and to develop your area of expertise

Qualifications

• Master of Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or alike
• + 10 years of experience working with Mass production products with end-to-end Process and Product understanding
• + 5 years as a leader for a team of technical specialists within engineering, or other highly skilled employees
• GB Six Sigma or Advance Manufacturing Process Analysis
• Active part of cross-functional product development projects
• Worked with Quality management and lived a data & quality driven Manufacturing culture
• Composite Materials Knowledge, understanding of fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins, and other materials used in production

Competencies

• Able to work both at a strategic and tactical level
• You leverage data analytics and influence continuous improvement while focusing on process details and root-cause problem solving
• You enjoy being an engaged part of cross functional product development projects, and navigating/working within large organizations
• You are interested in attracting and retaining top engineering talent with deep technical expertise
• You are curious and results oriented, and you find it exciting to build up an intensive network across cultures and time zones
• You are customer/stakeholder-oriented and can understand the complete business value chain seen from a customer perspective

What we offer

We offer you an exciting and challenging job with excellent professional and personal development opportunities in a highly professional, international work environment at the world's leading manufacturer of wind turbines - and the most sustainable company in the world. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions in our pursuit to ensure a more sustainable future.

Additional information

Location: Lem, Denmark

Application Deadline: 16 October 2025

Start Date: ASAP or upon mutual agreement

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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 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.
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