Continuous Improvement Engineer Lead

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

About The Position

As a Lead Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will enable operational excellence within assigned Centers of Excellence (COEs). Embedded in production areas, you will partner with COE leaders and teams to improve stability, flow, and execution against Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives tied to target conditions. The role focuses on developing sustainable systems and problem-solving capability rather than executing short-term projects. Success is measured by improved COE performance, leader ownership of improvement, and sustained results. The position serves as a Lean subject matter expert and coach, helping teams build the capability to independently lead improvements. It is not intended to provide administrative support, purchasing, installation, or project management for non-Lean initiatives. GE Vernova offers professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Relocation assistance is provided. The U.S. pay range is $91,700 to $152,700, with geographic differentials in certain areas. The specific offer may depend on experience, education, skill set, and location. The role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably in Engineering or a related technical field, and at least 5 years of experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Manufacturing Engineering; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and at least 10 years of experience in manufacturing leadership or continuous improvement roles.
Strong proficiency in Lean tools, including value stream mapping, standard work, 5S, Kaizen, and problem solving.
Ability to coach rather than simply execute improvements, enabling teams to own their work.
Comfort spending significant time on the shop floor.
Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Analytical and data-driven mindset.
High integrity, strong follow-through, and a high say-do ratio.
Passion for building sustainable systems and people capability.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Any offer is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Engineering or a related technical field degree.
Experience with value stream mapping, standard work, 5S, Kaizen, and structured problem solving.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Lean partner for assigned COEs, developing a deep understanding of processes, constraints, and KPIs to support roadmap execution, operational stability, and target conditions.
Coach and support leaders and teams in structured problem solving using 4D, 8D, and A3 methods, while ensuring ownership of problems, countermeasures, and results remains within the COE.
Use Lean tools such as takt analysis, value stream mapping, and standard work to improve flow, reduce lead time, and stabilize daily execution.
Implement and sustain 5S and visual management systems that support safety, quality, and operational discipline.
Develop continuous improvement capability in supervisors, engineers, and operators so teams can independently lead improvements over time.
Lead Lean improvements aligned with COE priorities, sustaining gains through standard work, leader routines, and daily management systems.
Act as a Lean subject matter expert and coach, reinforcing consistent Lean methods and language across the site.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Discretionary annual bonus
Relocation assistance