Senior Specialist - Finish & Paint Tooling Engineer - Taranto, Italy

Vestas Wind Systems A/S; taranto; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Senior Specialist – Finish & Paint Tooling Engineer to lead tooling solutions in blade manufacturing. This role involves managing supplier collaboration, defining specifications, and driving continuous improvement in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and around 10 years of relevant experience. Expect a dynamic workplace in Taranto, Italy.

Servizi

International work environment

Ownership of tooling solutions

Competenze

• Around 10 years of experience in tooling engineering or related roles.
• Expertise in tool design and specification for Finish & Paint.
• Strong understanding of automation in manufacturing.

Mansioni

• Lead the development and optimization of tooling solutions.
• Define tooling requirements and specifications.
• Manage supplier collaboration and CAPEX budgeting.

Conoscenze

Tool development

Supplier management

Data-driven process analysis

Structured problem-solving

Continuous improvement methodologies

Formazione

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Green Belt in Six Sigma

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Specialist – Finish & Paint Tooling Engineer to join our Blades Process Engineering team in Taranto.

In this role, you will lead the development, specification, and optimization of tooling solutions for Finish & Paint processes in blade manufacturing. You will manage supplier collaboration, CAPEX planning, and maintenance strategies while applying continuous improvement and digital tools to ensure stable, efficient, and high-quality operations aligned with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize tooling for Finish & Paint processes.
• Define tooling requirements, specifications, and industrialization standards.
• Create tooling and supplier roadmaps based on AS IS / future state analysis.
• Lead supplier management and CAPEX budgeting.
• Define maintenance strategies including TPM and EAM.
• Optimize existing tooling in use today.
• Apply digital tools (digital twins, data analytics) for performance monitoring and decision-making.
• Investigate and resolve production issues using structured problem-solving (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).
• Drive continuous improvement using SPC, Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen.
• Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar).
• Green Belt in Six Sigma or Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis.
• Around 10 years of experience in tooling engineering or related roles.

Proven expertise

• Tool development and functional requirement specifications
• Supplier management and tooling projects
• Maintenance plan definition
• CAPEX planning and execution
• Data-driven process analysis and optimization

Competencies

• Expertise in tool design and specification for Finish & Paint, including quality control and online measurement equipment.
• Strong understanding of automation in manufacturing to improve quality and efficiency.
• Knowledge of composite materials (paint, fiberglass, epoxy resins, coatings).
• Skilled in structured problem-solving and root-cause analysis in production.
• Familiar with CE marking, local safety standards, sustainability, and energy efficiency.
• Experienced in Kaizen, SPC, Six Sigma methodologies.
• Comfortable working in a factory environment to solve real-time issues.
• Strong organizational discipline, self-motivation, and results orientation.
• Able to build cross-functional networks across cultures and time zones.
• Customer-focused with a holistic view of the value chain.
• Committed to continuous learning and improvement.

What We Offer

• A senior engineering role with ownership of tooling solutions in Finish & Paint.
• The chance to lead strategic tooling projects and supplier collaboration.
• An international, innovative, and collaborative work environment.

This position is based in Taranto, Italy. Candidates should live nearby or be open to relocation.

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 request 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. 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 specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. We have installed more wind power than our competitors and are a leader in the renewable energy sector. With 185+ GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience, Vestas employs a diverse global team of around 30,000 people. We promote a diverse workforce and commit to equal opportunity for all.