Gestor de Qualidade de Projeto - (m/f/d)

The Project Quality Manager is responsible for leading quality management activities throughout project execution, ensuring that wind turbine deliveries and installations meet customer specifications and Nordex quality requirements. The PQM works closely with Project Management, Manufacturing, Site Quality, Installation, Commissioning, Service, suppliers, and customers to proactively identify, manage, and resolve quality-related issues while supporting successful project delivery. The role serves as the primary quality representative for customers and holds responsibility for project quality performance related to cost, quality, and schedule objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Customer & Project Quality Management

• Act as the primary quality representative for customers throughout project execution.
• Support Sales during the offer and tendering phase by reviewing customer quality requirements.
• Develop and manage Project Quality Plans for North American projects.
• Ensure contractual quality requirements are communicated and implemented throughout manufacturing and project execution.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor manufacturing quality deliverables and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Lead the management and resolution of significant non-conformities identified during transportation, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively and verified for long-term resolution.
• Support quality improvement initiatives across project teams and suppliers.

Customer Audits & Claims Management

• Coordinate customer audits and inspections throughout project execution.
• Manage actions resulting from audits and communicate progress with customers.
• Serve as the quality focal point for customer claims and supplier-related quality issues.

Project Handover & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Support installation quality activities with on-site quality teams.
• Ensure complete transfer of quality-related documentation, lessons learned, and open items during project handover to Operations & Maintenance teams.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support safe, successful project execution.

WHAT YOU'LL HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Project Quality Management, Construction Management, Manufacturing, Plant Engineering, or related technical project environments.
• Experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or quality-focused project roles.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001, APQP, or equivalent methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple business functions and cultural environments.
• Experience within the wind energy industry or other utility-scale energy sectors.
• Training or certification in Six Sigma, FMEA, 8D, or other quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience working with supplier quality management and customer-facing quality programs.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively within North America and internationally as business needs require.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid passport.
• Driving is an essential function of the role. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability under company policy.
• Must be able to meet specific OSHA and ANSI weight requirements of 265 pounds or less.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical evaluation and be able to safely perform the physical requirements of the position.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

The pay for this role is exempt at $120k - $135k USD salary with up to a 15% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.

Financial Benefits

• Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
• Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Student Debt Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental Leave
• Calm Subscription
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Accident Insurance
• Legal Plans
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Auto and Home Insurance
• And much more...

*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI

We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE