Head Of Production Engineering
Pubblicato il 10-10-2026 - Vestas Wind Systems in Taranto
Overview
As Head of Production Engineering, you lead the factory's technical authority to drive performance and transformative process improvements. You partner with global engineering teams to industrialize new products and optimize layouts, capacity, and standards. You own technical governance, quality methods, and CAPEX asset management, while building capability through coaching and talent development. This role combines strong leadership with data-driven decision making to deliver operational excellence in wind turbine manufacturing. You will shape the engineering reference point for the Taranto factory and contribute to Vestas' renewable energy mission.
Retribuzione / Benefits
ownership
collaborative culture
international environment
professional development
opportunity to shape technical solutions
competitive remuneration
Responsabilità
Lead Production Engineering and Technical Support as the factory's primary technical authority
Collaborate with Global Product and Process Engineering to implement improvements
Oversee introduction and industrialization of new products, tooling, equipment, and processes
Coordinate layout optimization, capacity planning, simulations, and equipment performance
Own manufacturing standards, SOPs, BOM accuracy, process validation, and technical governance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation
Manage CAPEX assets, including investment planning, approvals, and take-over sign-off
Develop technical capability through training, coaching, and succession planning
Requisiti fondamentali
Master's degree in Engineering
5+ years in manufacturing operations
Experience with product and process verification and validation
Knowledge of quality methodologies and tools (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt)
Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC; certification
Project management certification or proven engineering project delivery
Auditor knowledge or auditing experience
leadership
change management
stakeholder management
Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt)
APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC
CAPEX management