Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Responsibilities

• Define and control production process including tooling and equipment
• Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment
• Develop and maintain manufacturing methods to support Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost priorities
• Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline; Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy
• In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
• In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area
• Maintain and improve process documentation to ensure consistent and repeatable quality
• Lead high-impact process and quality improvement projects that improve First Pass Yield (FPY) and reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Work cross-functionally with design engineering and logistics process owners to validate design specifications and shop floor application of new products, tools, and equipment
• Lead New Technology Initiatives (NTI) and share best practices
• Conduct cost/benefit analysis for changes to processes, tooling, and/or equipment - actively drive positive change to assembly and shipping processes
• Define cell capital expense (CAPEX) and operational expense (OPEX) needs and manage budget
• Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance; Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks; Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems; May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions
• Is an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills; Provides informal guidance to new team members
• Participates regularly in Lean Kaizen events to support the Lean Roadmap

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum 4yrs of experience in a manufacturing environment

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with automated guided vehicles (AGV)
• Experience implementing AI in quality checks
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and organization
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Established project management skills
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software
• Experience with product family ownership
• Experience with new product introduction and process development
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and tools
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and drawings
• Demonstrated leadership and respectful team player
• Hands-on experience with implementing projects and sustaining process improvements
• Willingness and ability to learn from others and listen with intent

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• 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
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off

Pay

The pay range for this position is between $91,700.00 and $152,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.