Advanced Manufacturing Engineer- Simulation

GE Appliances, a Haier company•Louisville, KY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Interested in joining us on our journey? Are you passionate about using cutting-edge technology to optimize operations? Join our team as a Simulation Engineer and play a pivotal role in transforming manufacturing and warehouse processes. You'll develop advanced simulation models that improve efficiency, automate workflows, and drive operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver simulation-driven insights that enhance productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Systems Engineering, a related technical field, OR equivalent experience.
2–5+ years of hands-on experience with simulation tools (e.g., Emulate3D, Arena, ANSYS) and digital factory tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CREO).
Proficiency in programming/scripting languages like C#, JavaScript, or Python.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Engineering, with a focus on Industrial or Systems Engineering.
Expertise in statistical modeling, data analytics, and visualization techniques.
Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.

Responsibilities

Create and implement discrete event simulation models to analyze and optimize manufacturing and warehouse operations.
Develop physics-based 3D simulations with CAD and kinematic tools to streamline factory and warehouse workflows.
Develop custom scripts to program simulated factory automation such as conveyance, and fabrication equipment.
Write custom scripts to program factory automation tools like robotics and conveyance systems.
Extract actionable insights from simulation data, employing statistical methods to validate results and predict performance.
Partner with Lean and project teams to ensure alignment with factory priorities, material flow, and operational goals.
Lead Run the Plant (RTP) projects and support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, using simulation to unlock cost savings and productivity gains.