Head of Engineering - Blade Production

Nordex Group; Chennai; Presencial; INR 4 000 000 - 7 000 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Nordex Group is seeking a senior manufacturing leader to drive process engineering, CAPEX projects, and maintenance across high-volume wind-energy manufacturing environments. You will lead cross-functional teams, implement Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and optimize cost and quality while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 15-18+ years in manufacturing, with at least 7 years in leadership, and a strong track record in industrialization and supplier qualification.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/ manufacturing engineering or related discipline.
• MBA / M.Tech preferred for senior roles.
• 15-18+ years in manufacturing operations, process engineering, industrialization, and maintenance.
• 7+ years in leadership/management of engineering and maintenance teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead development, optimization and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Drive CAPEX projects, equipment procurement, and automation upgrades.
• Oversee maintenance across preventive, predictive and corrective activities.
• Collaborate with procurement, quality and R&D on changes and supplier qualification.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives and productivity improvements.

Conhecimentos

Process Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership & Team Management

Continuous Improvement

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

MBA / M.Tech preferred

Ferramentas

Project Management Tools

Quality Management Systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Job Purpose: This position will lead the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to achieve operational excellence, quality, cost efficiency, and safety standards. The role is responsible for driving process innovation, managing technical documentation, implementing new production lines and technologies, leading maintenance operations, and developing high-performing engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency.
• Drive the introduction of new products, production lines, material changes, and manufacturing technologies.
• Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry Best Practices.
• Develop and standardize work methods, process instructions, and manufacturing standards.

Project & CAPEX Management

• Lead CAPEX projects involving machinery, tools, molds, automation systems, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and successful implementation.
• Ensure smooth industrialization of new products and manufacturing processes.

Maintenance Management

• Lead the maintenance function covering preventive, predictive, corrective, and facility maintenance activities.
• Ensure maximum equipment uptime and reliability through effective maintenance planning and execution.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs and drive continuous improvements in asset performance.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of Process Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, and Technicians.
• Build organizational capability through coaching, mentoring, and competency development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Lead qualification and homologation of new suppliers and materials.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Quality, and R&D teams to evaluate and approve technical changes.
• Drive material optimization and alternative sourcing initiatives.

Cost Optimization

• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives, including:
• Manufacturing cost reduction (CT optimization)
• Material consumption optimization
• Quality cost reduction
• Productivity improvement projects

Documentation & Compliance

• Own and maintain all process-related technical documentation, SOPs, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health, and safety requirements.
• Support audits and regulatory compliance activities.

Training & Capability Building

• Lead technical and production training programs for manufacturing teams.
• Develop training matrices and competency improvement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master's Degree (MBA / M.Tech) preferred.

Experience

• 15-18+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, process engineering, industrialization, and maintenance.
• Minimum 7 years in a leadership role managing engineering and maintenance teams.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments such as Wind Energy, Automotive, Heavy Engineering, Industrial Equipment, or related industries.
• Proven experience in CAPEX implementation, process optimization, and team management.

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 in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

The role is generally available on a full-time basis as well as in other flexible working-time models.

Recruitment Fraud Notice:Please note that our People Attraction department will only contact youvia official @nordex-online.com email addresses or authorized recruitment partners.You can find more information about our application processon our website.

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