Central NDT Engineer Specialist

GE Vernova•Grand Forks, ND

About The Position

To execute on time analysis of UT data and secure Zero-defect escapements to the customers. Collaborate with Blade manufacturing plants to improve overall Quality of Products and Processes.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent with 3+ years of work experience in Blade Manufacturing with UT inspections OR A Technical or Associate's Degree with 4-6 years of work experience in Blade Manufacturing with UT inspections
Certified level 2 in conventional (B-SCAN) and advanced Phased Array methods (PAUT)
Certified in IR inspection method.
International experience and cultural awareness covering Americas, Europe, India, and China.
Understanding and knowledge on Quality tools, Problem solving techniques, Systems and Processes, Audits, PFMEA, Control plans.
Good English language skill (verbal and writing).
Flexible travelling across LM/GE business units for executing training and operational support.
Flexibility to work alternative shifts (4PM- 12AM, 12AM-8AM), as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of blade manufacturing is preferable.
Preferable to have an ISO 9001 internal auditor certification and relevant audit experience.
A person with a quality mindset independent of Plant level responsibility and reporting
A person with self-motivation and encourages others to take responsibility.
Communication: Effectively communicate beyond own area at all levels. Initiates or improves the way to communicate, facilitate, negotiate resulting in increased impact and commitment.
Open mindset, Quick adaption to the changes and Flexibility in travelling and supporting the plants and Wind farms.
Challenge the status quo and out of box thinking.
Quick, fact based and consistent in decision making.

Responsibilities

Act as safety ambassador and promotes safety culture and friendly environment.
Improve skill level of NDT technicians in the Blade manufacturing plants through focused education and feedback mechanism.
Consistently focus on improving competence level of NDT technicians which will allow high flexibility work force in the plants.
Learn and adopt to the new area of expertise such as Crawler, Geometrical verification method and QC inspections.
Periodically audit the own process and procedures to bridge the gaps that potentially cause misinterpretation and eventually Quality issues.
Test and validate new methods and tools in NDT area which will secure continuous improvement of process and methods.
Active participation in Gemba and practical support to the team to improve UT data quality and consistency in decision making.
Work on develop and implementation of Poka-Yoke solution in inspection and measurement processes.
Execution and implementation of new inspection methods, Geometrical verification methods, new technologies and new Acceptance Criteria.
Focus on demonstrating and creating Quality culture all the time.
Focus on Proactive approach in assuring process compliance before failure occurs.
Execute NDT process audits, NDT personnel review and periodic data as per defined frequency.
Monitor inspection effectiveness, support RCA and CAPA closure with stakeholders.
Follow up on audit findings closure.
Active participation in RCA for reoccurring defects in the process and improve the quality of products.
Maintain all Quality records and documents up to data.
Demonstrate ONE TEAM mindset within and outside the team.
Execute on time NDT data analysis with clear records provided to the manufacturing plants for smooth operations.
Provide timely and effective feedback to the NDT team in the plants based on gaps identified during the analysis.
Monitor quality of NDT data and support plants to improve continuously.
Own KPIs defined by the function and strive to achieve the targets consistently.
Support technology projects, new product launch, Quality issue projects from technical standpoint.
Tracking, monitoring, and improving performance of gauge R & R in plants.
Assure effective implementation of calibration process in relevant inspection methods.
Training and implementation of new AC and other relevant procedures.
Focus on continuous improvement of Inspection list, Acceptance Criteria, and all relevant NDT procedures.
Provide on time support to the manufacturing plants on daily operational challenges related to NDT processes.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
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
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off