Lead Blade Engineer at Vestas

Chiyoda, , Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Blade Inspection, Robotic Inspection, Drone Inspection, Failure Analysis, Component Forecasting, Blade Repair, Product Development, Structural Evaluations, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action Planning, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Glass Fiber Design, Carbon Fiber Design, Wind Turbine Service, Project Management

Industry

Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Department In this role you will be part of the Regional Operations Engineering Support team for Service Onshore. The goal of local Regional Operation Engineering team to assist service department with wind farm operation by providing technical supports and solutions, optimizing turbine performance and supporting enhancement of turbine related issues including blade inspection, repair, optimization. Separately, the team will be also engineering projects related to cost-out and operational readiness activities. Region APC -> Service APAC -> Regional Operations Service Support Responsibilities Follow up and develop new blade inspection initiatives, such as robotic internal blade inspections or improve the drone inspection process Manage failure analysis to support commercial decisions and contribute to component forecasting for service contract planning Managed the blade repair backlog mainly in the GA & JP Coordinating ongoing product development and blade care enhancement with APAC blade LCE Develop customer reports, method statements and internal documentation Conduct focused activities requiring advanced knowledge in blade technology, such as structural evaluations and repair strategies Attend blade repairs on-site to familiarize yourself with the actual blade repairs CIR review and BIR creation Offer on-site and remote support for blade damage evaluation, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning Respond to technical inquiries from field service teams and construction Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Materials or Mechanical Engineering (other degrees considered with experience) Experience with glass or carbon fiber design and construction Min. 5 years of experience in engineering with a background in solving problems Proficient in English, both written and spoken Master's degree in mechanical, Polymer or Chemical Engineering is beneficial Competencies Ability to work in demanding situations and handle multiple responsibilities in a deadline-oriented environment, effective oral and written communication skills, and effective organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality Demonstrated ability to adjust in a progressive and changing workplace Cross-functional collaboration skills, work effectively with all relevant stakeholders Proficient computer skills, specifically in MS Office products and AutoCAD (would be beneficial) You are a highly motivated person who can work with little supervision and have experience with glass/carbon structural repair, especially on wind turbine blades Specific experience in the implementation, operation, system standards and service of wind turbines, experience in project management and systematic problem-solving methodology (8D, DMAIC, etc.) Solid commercial experience from exposure to/understanding of customers in either sales or service What We Offer Global community and culturally diverse working environment Great development opportunity in key growth markets in Asia In-depth knowledge and experience to refine technical skillsets and develop as a specialist 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. BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process 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. 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.

Responsibilities

This role involves leading new blade inspection initiatives, managing failure analysis for commercial decisions, and coordinating blade repair backlogs across specific regions. The engineer will also develop customer reports, method statements, and conduct advanced technical activities related to blade technology.