Research & Innovation Laboratory Managers - DTU Wind

We are recruiting for two positions as Research & Innovation Laboratory Managers in WMC division. The job involves managing a cluster of test facilities with a diverse and broad project portfolio, including commercial and research projects.
Do you want to make a difference accelerating the journey towards a society powered by wind energy?

At DTU Wind and Energy Systems we are looking for talented professionals, passionate about testing, manufacturing, characterization and innovation related to wind energy materials and components.

We are recruiting for two positions as Research & Innovation Laboratory Managers.

The current portfolio of testing facilities in Wind Energy Materials and Components division (WMC) is being reorganised in two clusters: MaterialsLab and ComponentsLab.

• MaterialsLab focuses on composite processing techniques such as infusion and hot press molding; preparation of test specimens, accredited mechanical testing, electron microscopy, sensor instrumentation, and signal analysis. The offering also comprises rain erosion testing.
• ComponentsLab includes full scale structural blade test, structural and mechanical bearings tests, blade manufacturing, superconducting technology and 3D printing. Key focus of ComponentsLab facilities is digital twin development, innovations in testing methods, non-destructive inspection and monitoring, as well as design validation.

The facilities include a broad range of equipment enabling the above listed research areas. Part of the laboratory activities are accredited. Our laboratories deliver both cutting edge research and commercial activities. DTU Wind and Energy Systems is the world leading university department in wind energy. We value and support diversity and encourage candidates to apply irrespective of gender, age or nationality. Motivation and potential for development are key to the position, we encourage you to apply both with a long track record or with a shorter one.

The job
The job involves managing a diverse and broad project portfolio across the Wind turbine Materials and Component division, promote new research connected to the facilities, develop a strategy for the experimental activities, while keeping a holistic view and making sure that we utilize the resources in the best possible way, by making the right prioritization of resources in collaboration with research sections and project managers.

You will report to the Head of Section and you will have the following roles and work tasks:

• Day to day planning and coordination of tasks with the team of technicians and engineers working in the facilities, optimize use of resources
• Strategic planning in collaboration with the head of section for the laboratories supporting cutting edge test and research services, proposing future development of facility and equipment
• Business development aiming at growing the portfolio of services, research users and customers
• Support and contribute to cutting-edge research in materials science, mechanical engineering, and advanced testing methodologies
• Develop work procedures, decision processes and introduce planning/management system in collaboration with the head of section
• Support project managers and customers in defining and designing tests
• Make test budgets and commercial offers
• Be responsible for and implement health & safety procedures, with special focus on ensuring both physical and psychological work environment
• Preparation and implementation of quality and data management procedures to comply with the accreditation (ISO17025)

Our expectations of you
You hold a BSc or higher degree in Material Science, Mechanical Engineering or similar. You have a broad technical and management background with good understanding and/or experience in relevant testing activities. Flexibility and ability to manage a portfolio of complex projects

Furthermore, you have some of the following background and qualifications:

• Experienced in project management in laboratory environment.
• Ability to get your stakeholders onboard, creating a collaborative atmosphere
• Experience with ISO 17025 certification is an advantage
• Scripting skills (MatLab, Python, Labview) and Programming is an advantage
• You are proactive, practical with a can-do attitude and an energy that inspires
• Excellent communication skills. English is the work language
• Experience with having multiple contact points internally and externally and with your assertive and diplomatic personality, you excel at teamwork and managing your stakeholders – even in situations with conflicts and opposing interests
• Solid planning and project management skills and a good ability to oversee and manage large, complex, diverse and strategic projects

You are keen to further develop the collaboration with national and international research institutes and industries through collaborative projects and scientific advice to the wind energy industry.

What we offer in return
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international atmosphere with focus on research, teaching, innovation and scientific advice for the benefit of the society, contributing to accelerate the green transition. We place emphasis on a high level of professionalism among our staff, so skills development is an integral part of our organization. We offer a great flexibility in the position.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). The position is a full-time position, and the workplace is DTU Risø Campus. The daily working language is English.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 14 April 2025 (23:59 Danish time). Open the “Apply online” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates.

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Head of Section Anthony Fraisse, tel.: +45 93511564, antf@dtu.dk, Head of Section Kim Branner, tel.: +45 23653270, kibr@dtu.dk or Head of Division Ignacio Marti, tel.: +45 93511511, imarti@dtu.dk.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

DTU Wind and Energy Systems has more than 400 staff members, including 150 academic staff members and approximately 50 PhD students. DTU Wind and Energy Systems has a considerable degree of innovation and cooperation with companies and sector associations within the wind industry in Denmark and abroad. DTU Wind and Energy Systems is one of the largest and most prominent research institutions within wind energy.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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