Cost Engineer Leça do Balio

Cost Engineer
Porto
Leça do Balio, Porto, Portugal

Do you want to shape the future for green energy?

Vestas Technology & Operations> Research & Development> Hub Lifecycle Management

Nacelles R&D is a part of Vestas Technology & Operations, which is the cornerstone of Vestas. Through innovation, development, and continuous product improvement, we develop the products and technologies that reduce the cost of energy and bring the highest possible value to our customers and to Vestas. The Hub Module is a part of Nacelles R&D and has sites in Denmark, India, and Portugal. The module is fully responsible for the capabilities, design, specification, and documentation of the hub. This includes design and analysis from the early concept study for new turbines to the final specification for production. Additionally, we are also looking ahead to verify new technologies such that these can be part of future turbine projects. The Hub team is also providing technologies in the areas of hub design and service.

You will join a very international team, that is in India, Denmark, and Portugal. The team supports each other and takes great pride in developing the best solutions. We live the Vestas values: Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity, and Passion which form the backbone for our culture of striving for world class.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and implementing strategies to reduce costs for both ongoing and new projects
• Identify
  - saving opportunities by analyzing project requirements and specifications
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects
• Conduct
  - benefit analyses to support
  - making processes
• Prepare and submit regular cost control reports to management
• Work with
  - functional teams (Procurement, Engineering, Cost management, . . . ) to optimize costs
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline covering technical, commercial, and value chain aspects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural or similar
• Knowledge of finance and financial analysis
• 2-5 years of experience in cost engineering or related roles
• Solid analytical and
  - solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in cost estimating software and tools
• Good skills in English, both written and verbal
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacturing/Assembly/Service concepts
• Technical project management skills
• Focus on the project scope, ability to understand the impact a scope change will have on the project
• Accountable and focused on delivering on time
• Financial analysis and cost estimation techniques
• Ability to collaborate effectively with
  - functional teams

What we offer

We offer you an exciting and inspiring job with great professional and personal development opportunities in an inspiring, international work environment at an established manufacturer of wind turbines.

Additional information

We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume in English.

DEIB StatementAt Vestas, we recognise 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 VestasVestas 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 185 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 30, 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.