Group Lead Nacelle Developments (m/f/d)

Nordex SE; Madrid; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordex SE is seeking a Group Lead Nacelle Developments to manage a team of Project Managers overseeing drive train and machine house modules. You will perform a PM role within the Customer domain and coordinate across Global Engineering, Product Strategy and Service teams.

The role requires an MSc in engineering or related field, PM certification preferred, and proven leadership in wind industry projects. Expect global collaboration, budget accountability, and commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• M.Sc in Engineering, Mechanics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or similar degree; PM certification preferred.
• Experience leading a team of Project Managers in wind industry.
• Strong cross-functional coordination and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to the project team.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Global Engineering, Product Strategy, PM/EPC, Service) to drive DTR and MHO development.
• Manage multiple DTR/MHO projects concerning budget, timelines and quality.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Software and Turbine Integration teams for feasibility.
• Oversee from concept to serial production, including prototyping and testing.
• Align project scope with other PMs and report progress to VP.
• Implement risk and stakeholder management processes.
• Drive continuous improvement of the Nordex turbine development process.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Planning

People development

Global/strategic thinking

Education

M.Sc in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/PLM systems

Job description

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As part of our growth we are looking for a Group Lead Nacelle Developments. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a team of Project Managers focused on drive train and machine house, while also performing a Project Management role within the Customer area. Amongst others, you will perform the following tasks:

YOUR TASKS:

• Team management and leadership: responsible for providing technical guidance and expertise to the team members
• Management of cross-functional project team consisting of Global Engineering, Product Strategy, PM/EPC, Service and many other relevant functions including coordination and centralized overview of Drive train (DTR) and Machine House (MHO) modules developments
• Manage and coordinate multiple development projects related to DTR and MHO modules, ensuring budget, timeline, and quality standards are met
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary technical teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Software,Turbine Integration Engineering) to ensure technical feasibility and proper development of DTR and MHO module projects
• Oversee the development process from initial concept to serial production, including prototyping, testing, and certification
• Align project scope and schedules with other project managers and report progress to the respective Vice President
• Implementation of risk and stakeholder management
• Continuous improvement process of the Nordex turbine development process
• Ensure Health and Safety regulations

YOUR PROFILE:

• Completed M.Sc in Engineering, Mechanics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or similar degree*, with additional training in Project Management (PM certification preferred)
• Experience in leading a team of Project Managers, acting as a role model with resilience and a positive attitude, and having a clear focus on developing the team members
• Relevant experience in teams management and project management within wind industry
• Comfortable working and interacting frequently with relevant stakeholders across the organization, understanding situations and applying a global perspective aligned with company strategy
• Combining creativity with attention to detail and a systematic and careful way of working. Very good planning skills (including Planner)
• Experience in an ERP and PLM system advantageous

*For foreign qualifications, recognition as the corresponding Spanish degree equivalency is requiredwhen applying.

YOUR BENEFITS

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

• *Some offers may varyby location

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex