Supplier Quality Engineer (m/f/d)
Travemünde, SH, DE, 23570

Do you want to reach new heights? At Vestas Nacelles, you have the opportunity to do so!
As the global market leader in wind energy, we work every day to make the world more sustainable. With us, you will not only find a meaningful job, but also many opportunities for personal and professional development.
Vestas Nacelles Deutschland GmbH is a key manufacturer of generators for wind turbines, driving forward innovative developments for decentralized energy supply. The company is part of the VESTAS WIND SYSTEMS A/S group – a globally operating manufacturer of wind turbines headquartered in Denmark.
Take the next step and start your career as a Supplier Quality Engineer (m/f/d)
Location: Travemünde
Your responsibilities – where you make an impact!
- Ensure supplier quality for all production material groups used at the Vestas Travemünde site
- Handle NCRs, analyze and approve Root Cause Analyses (RCA), and drive corrective action implementation at supplier locations
- Lead initiatives to reduce the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and improve supplier performance
- Collaborate closely with Regional and Global Supplier Quality & Development (SQ&D), Sourcing, Logistics, and external customers
- Support continuous improvement activities and ensure compliance with quality standards across the supply chain
Your benefits – because your contribution matters!
- Security: Permanent employment contract in a future-oriented industry
- Development & expertise: Excellent opportunities for professional and personal growth through continuous learning and training
- Inspiring environment: Work with the energy industry's global partner for sustainable energy solutions
- Responsibility & impact: Take ownership of supplier quality and contribute directly to operational excellence
- Innovative culture: Become part of a highly professional and technically committed international team
- Work-life balance: Attractive working conditions, 30 days of vacation, and additional employee benefits
Your profile – what you bring!
- Engineering or Material Science background, or equivalent professional experience in quality management
- At least 3 years of experience in quality assurance and supplier quality management
- Hands-on experience with ISO 9001, VDA 6.3, Six Sigma, DMAIC, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in an international environment
- English and German C1 Level
- a proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindset
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.
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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.