NDT Lead for Wind Turbine Blade Quality

Vestas; Matamoros; Hybrid; MXN 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas seeks a Leader for Non-Destructive Testing to oversee all NDT activities ensuring blade integrity during manufacturing. You will manage NDT operations, analyze defects, coordinate inspections, and support engineering and production teams while driving continuous improvement.

The role serves as the technical authority for NDT processes, audits, and certifications, supervising NDT personnel and ensuring compliance with global standards.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in Non-Destructive Testing within a manufacturing environment.
• NDT Level I, II, and III certifications, with strong expertise in Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Strong understanding of blade manufacturing processes and composite materials.
• English proficiency, both written and verbal, to collaborate with global teams and customers.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and automated NDT systems.
• Excellent customer-facing communication skills and audit management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee blade NDT inspections and coordinate activities.
• Review and approve blades based on NDT results.
• Lead customer audits and manage corrective actions.
• Develop, implement, and maintain training and certification programs for NDT personnel.
• Prepare, review, and approve NDT procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Conduct annual audits of NDT inspection processes.
• Analyse defect trends and drive quality improvements.
• Coordinate inspection activities and support collaboration between Quality, Engineering, and Production teams.

Skills

NDT Levels I-III

Ultrasonic Testing

Phased Array

Team leadership

Quality systems

Data analysis

A-scan interpretation

Audit management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

UT equipment

Automated NDT systems

MSA software

Statistical software

Job description

Vestas seeks a Leader for Non-Destructive Testing to oversee all NDT activities ensuring blade integrity during manufacturing. You will manage NDT operations, analyze defects, coordinate inspections, and support engineering and production teams while driving continuous improvement.

The role serves as the technical authority for NDT processes, audits, and certifications, supervising NDT personnel and ensuring compliance with global standards.