Handling & Logistics Engineering - Senior Specialist (100% on-site)

Vestas; Puglia; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas seeks a Senior Specialist in Handling & Logistics Engineering to lead end-to-end material flow, tooling, and warehouse concepts for blade manufacturing across global sites. You will drive Lean, Six Sigma, and systematic improvement to ensure safe, efficient operations and scalable solutions.

Based in Italy with global exposure, you will collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, HSE, and Maintenance teams, manage capital projects, and mentor sites to deliver SQDC targets while

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or related areas.
• Proven experience in process optimization, tooling development, and manufacturing system design.
• Experience with warehouse operations and material flow optimization.
• Fluent Italian and professional English (C1-C2).
• Experience managing suppliers, engineering projects, and CAPEX initiatives.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge; Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define, standardize, and continuously improve handling, logistics, tooling, warehouse, and material flow processes for blades and large components.
• Develop process requirements, engineering standards, technical specifications, and industrialization roadmaps aligned with operational strategies.
• Design, implement, and optimize handling equipment, tooling, fixtures, storage systems, and warehouse layouts.
• Promote operational excellence through data-driven analysis and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support capacity expansion, productivity, warehouse optimization across global sites.
• Manage projects from concept to implementation, including CAPEX justification and supplier coordination.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, HSE, Procurement, Maintenance, and Warehouse Ops.
• Act as global SME for handling, logistics, tooling, and material flow engineering.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Fluent Italian

English Proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Management | Full-Time | Engineering

Technology & Operations > Manufacturing > Blades PE Handling & Logistics

About the Department

We are seeking a Senior Specialist within Handling & Logistics Engineering team. You will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Handling, Logistics, Tooling, Material Flow, and Warehouse Engineering within blade manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for defining, developing, and optimizing end-to-end manufacturing solutions that ensure safe, efficient, and scalable operations across our global footprint. This includes process design, tooling development, material flow optimization, warehouse concepts, industrialization, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role combines strategic roadmap development with hands-on support to manufacturing sites, ensuring our operations consistently meet the highest standards of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).

Responsibilities

• Define, standardize, and continuously improve handling, logistics, tooling, warehouse, and material flow processes for blades and large components
• Develop process requirements, engineering standards, technical specifications, and industrialization roadmaps aligned with operational and manufacturing strategies
• Design, implement, and optimize handling equipment, tooling, fixtures, storage systems, warehouse layouts, and internal logistics solutions
• Promote operational excellence through data-driven analysis and the application of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, FMEA, 5 Whys, and other continuous improvement methodologies
• Support capacity expansion, productivity enhancement, warehouse optimization, and future-state manufacturing initiatives across global production sites
• Manage engineering projects from concept to implementation, including business case development, CAPEX justification, supplier coordination, and technical compliance activities
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, HSE, Procurement, Maintenance, and Warehouse Operations teams to deliver safe, scalable, and efficient solutions
• Act as the global Subject Matter Expert for handling, logistics, tooling, and material flow engineering, providing technical guidance and promoting innovation and best practices across manufacturing sites

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Tooling Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Industrialization, or related areas
• Proven experience in process optimization, tooling development, and manufacturing system design
• Experience with warehouse operations, material flow optimization, and internal logistics concepts
• Fluent Italian and full professional proficiency in English (C1-C2)
• Experience managing suppliers, engineering projects, and capital investment initiatives
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is preferred (Green Belt certification)

Competencies

• Well-developed expertise in manufacturing processes, tooling systems, and material flow engineering
• Ability to translate operational challenges into scalable and sustainable engineering solutions
• Effective structured problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities
• Strong analytical approach and data-driven decision-making skills
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, storage systems, and internal logistics practices
• Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to coordinate projects across different cultures, regions, and manufacturing sites
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence

What We Offer

At Vestas, you will join an international and collaborative environment where safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do.

• Contribute directly to manufacturing performance and operational excellence across global production sites
• Shape future handling, logistics, tooling, warehouse, and material flow solutions supporting next-generation blade manufacturing
• Participate in strategic industrialization and transformation initiatives
• Collaborate with a global engineering community in an innovative and technology-driven environment
• Develop your professional expertise through challenging international projects and cross-functional collaboration
• Support Vestas' mission of creating a more sustainable future through renewable energy

This position corresponds to the level B3 under the applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for Metalworking Companies (Federmeccanica). The minimum gross annual salary for this position is €40,181.46, as established by the current national and company collective bargaining agreements.

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.

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.