Manufacturing Engineering Technician II-2nd Shift

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, helping customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.

About the role

We’re looking for an Operations Engineering Specialist to join our Gas Power Manufacturing plant in Greenville, SC. This hands-on role supports daily manufacturing processes, collaborates on continuous improvement, and acts as a key problem solver in a safety-first, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize technical expertise to support daily manufacturing processes and ensure peak performance.
• Assist Operations Engineers with new manufacturing processes using technical skills and innovation.
• Collaborate in a team environment to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities for safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.
• Build rapport with Operations and Leadership teams as a key problem solver.
• Work with Tool Designers and Operations Engineers to communicate needs for new tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids from concept to completion.
• Monitor production flow and update production orders to reflect standard rework requirements; ensure accurate documentation of modifications.
• Attend daily stand-up meetings on the manufacturing shop floor and help maintain the daily production pulse for Operations teams.
• Work in both office and manufacturing shop floor environments as needed.
• Interact with all organizational levels to inform team members of potential risks requiring support.

Requirements

• 2-year technical degree or minimum 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge in one or more manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, CNC programming, welding, air & fuel flow testing, vacuum brazing).
• Depending on experience:
  • Strong knowledge of machining processes, including CNC programming, interpretation of specifications, and hardware disposition.
  • Strong knowledge of cutting tools and machine capability.
  • Solid understanding of common industrial welding processes (e.g., GTAW/TIG).
  • Ability to interpret welding specifications and identify defects or inconsistencies against engineering drawings and code requirements (e.g., AWS or ASME standards).
• Experience with fixtures and tooling; ability to work with Tool Designers.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems, implementing corrective actions in manufacturing processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and proficiency in interpreting complex drawings, schematics, and GD&T.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, collaborative teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to document, plan, and execute assignments in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills.
• For welding experience: preferred CWI certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available).
• Pass a background check and drug screen.

Schedule

• 2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, with a 10% shift premium.
• Flexible work hours; may require more than 40 hours per week to support business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with company matching and retirement contributions.
• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance and adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
• Life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
• Two weeks of annual vacation (may be pro-rated based on start date).