Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Process Development

Job Description

As a member of the Process Industrialization team, you will help define, develop, and industrialize manufacturing processes using a team-based approach. This role will primarily focus on grind process development, including defining & testing new processes, improving existing processes, and supporting successful transfer into production.

What you’ll do

• Execute manufacturing process development activities across CNC Machining (mill, turn, drill, grind, EDM, edge contour), coating applications, blending, and other applications as required, with primary focus on grind processes, including process definition, validation, optimization, and industrialization.
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of technical disciplines, analytical thinking, and technical experience to execute policy/strategy and roadmap initiatives.
• Execute hands-on development of new products and processes to enable a successful hand-off to the production team.
• Define and optimize process parameters to improve safety, performance, quality, repeatability, and tool life.
• Support selection and development of cutting tools, tooling strategies, and process conditions.
• Drive tool performance improvement through process and tooling optimization.
• Standardize and document manufacturing methods and process requirements.
• Incorporate lean manufacturing principles into process development.
• Use continuous improvement methods, including kaizen activities, to support team initiatives.
• Partner with production teams to troubleshoot issues, solve problems, and improve processes.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 additional years of experience in Production Process and Equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven track record working in multi-group environments toward shared goals.
• Ability to work off-shift or flexible schedule at times as required by project timelines.

What will make you stand out

• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Machine Tool Technology.
• Demonstrated experience developing and improving manufacturing processes, with emphasis on grind process development.
• Extraordinary attention to detail.
• Experience machining high-temperature superalloys common in Heavy Duty Gas Turbine (HDGT) or aerospace sectors.
• Track record of managing tight tolerances on large-format equipment.
• Demonstrated examples of applying lean principles to process development.
• Demonstrated proficiency programming multiple types of CNC machines (HBM, VTL, wEDM, sEDM, VMC, HMC, etc.).
• Demonstrated proficiency programming CNC machines with NX-CAM.
• Strong familiarity with multiple machine controls including Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Basaran.
• Strong familiarity with Renishaw probing processes and routines.
• Experience using Vericut (preferred) or other CNC verification/machine simulation software.
• Knowledge of post-processor development and debugging, preferably NX Post Builder or NX Post Configurator.
• Demonstrated proficiency interpreting drawing requirements and GD&T.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills with above average shop math skills in trigonometry and geometry.
• Ability to drive innovation by implementing new ideas and screening new technologies to align with business objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels of the organization, both verbally and through written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Self-motivated, self-driven, and able to take ownership and make decisions.

Additional Information

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• The pay range for this position is between $81,700.00 and $136,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
• This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 09, 2026.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.