Quality Engineer

Do you want to play a key role in ensuring high-quality standards while contributing to a greener future?

At Vestas, we're looking for a Quality Engineer to join our Nacelle & Hub manufacturing facility in Lindø. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality colleagues to improve processes, solve complex challenges, and help ensure that our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities? Then we encourage you to apply.

Technology & Operations > Nacelles Manufacturing > Quality Engineering

The Quality Engineering Department is a vital part of our manufacturing organization and plays a key role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.

Our team works across both Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC):

• Quality Assurance focuses on preventing defects through robust processes, procedures, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Quality Control focuses on verifying product quality through inspections, testing, and data-driven analysis to ensure compliance with specifications and customer requirements.

As a Quality Engineer, you will play an important role in both areas while partnering closely with stakeholders across the organization to support our quality culture and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and structured problem-solving activities.
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001.
• Participate in internal and external audits and follow up on findings and improvement actions.
• Manage non-conforming materials and products, ensuring timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Support and approve production trials, process changes, and implementation activities.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of quality procedures, standards, and work instructions.
• Manage initiatives focused on reducing Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and improving operational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience within a quality manufacturing department or industrial engineering environment.

• Experience with Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience from a similar large organization
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and audit processes.
• Experience with non-conformance management and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, or similar methodologies.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949.
• Skilled data analyst with a strong ability to identify trends and drive continuous improvement opportunities

Competencies

• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership, ensuring timely follow-up, accountability, and delivery of high-quality results
• A structured and data-driven approach to your work.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different functions.
• Careful attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in both English and Danish.
• Skilled at managing priorities while maintaining concentration during busy periods.
• Self-motivated and initiative-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

What We Offer

Contribute to Our Mission

Your work will contribute directly to the production of renewable energy solutions that help support a more sustainable future.

Professional Development

At Vestas, we are committed to supporting your personal and professional growth through training, development opportunities, and knowledge sharing.

Collaborative Culture

Join a team of experienced and skilled colleagues who value teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Exciting Challenges

In this role, you will contribute to an environment centered on innovation, quality, and operational Excellence.

Additional Information

Location: Lindø, Denmark

Travel: 0-20 days/year

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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.

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.