Homeoffice Technical Manager – Blades, North America bei FairWind Inc.
FairWind Inc. · Houston, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Remote
- Professional
Location: Houston, TX (Remote with Travel Considered)
Department: Service – Blades
Company: FairWind
About Us:
FairWind is a global leader in wind energy services, with blades identified as a strategic focus area for growth. As we expand our presence in North America, we are seeking a dedicated Technical Manager – Blades to lead the execution, quality, and technical delivery of blade service operations across the region.
Position Summary:
The Technical Manager – Blades will be responsible for managing and supporting the technical execution of blade inspection, repair, and maintenance services in North America. This role will oversee a team of blade technicians and supervisors, ensure compliance with FairWind’s quality and safety standards, and provide hands-on expertise for complex blade projects. The role reports to the Global Head of Blades and works closely with the Operations Manager, Sales Manager – Blades, and HSEQ teams to drive excellence in field operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & Field Support
- Oversee the technical execution of all blade repair and inspection projects in North America.
- Serve as the regional subject matter expert on blade damage assessment, repair methods, materials, and tooling.
- Provide guidance and troubleshooting support to technicians in the field.
Team Development & Quality Oversight
- Lead, train, and mentor blade supervisors and technicians to ensure consistent service quality and adherence to repair standards.
- Support the recruitment and development of a high-performing technical team.
- Conduct quality audits and evaluations of completed work to drive continuous improvement.
Planning & Project Execution
- Collaborate with Project Managers and Site Leads to plan blade work scopes, resources, and schedules.
- Ensure technical compliance with OEM specifications and client expectations.
- Track and manage repair documentation, reporting, and follow-up for all blade services.
Customer & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Act as the technical point of contact for clients during project execution.
- Interface with internal teams including Sales, Operations, and HSEQ to ensure alignment and project readiness.
- Contribute to bid preparation and technical solution design when required.
- 5+ years of technical experience in wind turbine blade inspection and repair, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Expert knowledge of composite materials, resin systems, and blade repair techniques (LEP, structural, tip repair, lightning damage, etc.).
- Certifications in blade repair techniques (e.g., GWO Blade Repair, OEM-specific training) strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to lead teams and provide hands-on technical support.
- Experience working with multiple OEM platforms (e.g., Siemens Gamesa, GE, Vestas, Nordex) is a plus.
- Proficient in MS Office and digital project documentation systems.
- Willingness to travel regionally (~25–40%) to support project execution and team development.
Additional Information:
- This role is eligible for a hybrid or remote working model depending on location.
- Proximity to a FairWind office (Houston preferred) is advantageous but not required.