Lead Specialist - Technical Integration

Join Vestas and play a pivotal role in improving blade manufacturing by ensuring new products are designed for efficient, scalable, and robust production. As our Lead Specialist for Design for Manufacturing and Manufacturing Readiness, you will provide technical leadership across global industrialization programs, advancing manufacturing excellence from concept through production ramp-up. This is a unique opportunity to combine deep manufacturing skills with cross-functional collaboration to support innovation, standardization, and operational performance at a global scale

Technology & Operations > Manufacturing > Blades PE Technical Integration

Vestas is establishing a process-focused engineering organization that embeds technical know-how directly into manufacturing. The organization consists of process teams within Layup, Infusion, Bonding, Handling & Logistics, Finish & Paint, Root Systems, and a Center of Competence for Mould Engineering, all focused on improving manufacturing excellence, standardization, and continuous improvement.

The Lead Specialist, Design for Manufacturing (DfM) & Manufacturing Readiness serves as a technical specialist responsible for improving manufacturability, industrial robustness, and production readiness across process engineering and manufacturing. The role provides specialist leadership through technical knowledge, guidance, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure robust industrialization, readiness for production ramp-up, and continuous improvement.

The position acts as the key manufacturing representative integrating product/process development programs, ensuring manufacturing requirements are integrated early and consistently throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Drive Design for Manufacturing (DfM) principles throughout product development, ensuring manufacturability, quality, cost efficiency, scalability, and production readiness
• Manage manufacturing readiness assessments, Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) evaluations, and industrialization activities to support smooth product launches and production ramp-ups
• Act as the manufacturing subject matter expert within development programs, providing technical guidance, risk assessments, readiness planning, and support for critical project decisions
• Identify and mitigate manufacturing, process, and industrialization risks, ensuring manufacturing requirements are integrated into product designs and key program milestones
• Execute continuous improvement initiatives that enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, productivity, and cost performance through data-driven problem solving and standardization
• Lead manufacturing-related technical reviews, governance activities, and readiness gates while maintaining manufacturing standards, best practices, and industrialization frameworks
• Collaborate across Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to develop manufacturing concepts, implement new technologies, and ensure successful industrialization strategies

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline
• Significant experience in manufacturing, industrialization, manufacturing engineering, or new product introduction (NPI)
• Demonstrated expertise in Design for Manufacturing and manufacturing readiness methodologies
• Extensive experience supporting product launches and production ramp-ups
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and process capability methodologies
• Experience with Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL), APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and industrialization processes
• Knowledge of metrology, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and statistical process control. Six Sigma

Competencies

• Deep technical knowledge in manufacturing and industrialization
• Well-developed problem-solving skills paired with a structured way of working
• Ability to persuade decisions without direct authority
• Effective in stakeholder coordination and cross-department collaboration
• Solid communication and technical presentation abilities
• Ability to balance technical details with business objectives
• Results-oriented with a focus on practical implementation and execution

What we offer

Join an international team advancing manufacturing innovation and supporting the link between product design and production Excellence. You will have the opportunity to help determine how future blade designs are industrialized, partner with technical specialists throughout the value chain, and support improvements that enhance manufacturing performance on a global level. We offer a collaborative international environment, significant technical ownership, and the chance to contribute to the renewable energy industry.

Additional information

Location: DK, Lem. Expected travel up to 80 days annually. 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 5th December 2026.

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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.

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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 200 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 39,000 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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