Global Process Engineering Authority - Non traditional Machining (EDM, ECM, FHD)

GE Vernova•Greenville, NC

8d•$122,600 - $204,400

About The Position

The Global Process Engineering Authority (GPEA) will work closely with the Global Process Engineering Leader for the Gas Value Stream. The primary focus is Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), including Wire EDM, Sinker EDM, Fast Hole Drilling (FHD), and Shaped Tube Electrode Machining (STEM). The role is a focal point for new product introductions, part and technology transfers, new process introductions, and strategic process and equipment investments, including lead-time considerations, technology selection, tooling and fixturing recommendations, programming, quality plans, and qualifications for initial production sets. The GPEA will reduce costs through standardization of equipment and processes, establish standards, and ensure adherence to them. The role coaches and influences a dotted-line organization of factory technical leads across the supply chain. Using analytical skills, lean methodology, and the principle of “One Product One Process,” the GPEA drives safety, quality, delivery, and cost outcomes in line with business and functional objectives. The position offers broad exposure to manufacturing, engineering, quality, and safe process development, and contributes to a culture of inclusion, respect, and continuous improvement. The role will co-lead implementation of manufacturing systems supporting the global migration to the Next Generation Supply Chain across the Gas Turbine Value Stream. It will use Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) to measure machine capability, analyze process requirements, and develop strategies to maintain or improve process yield. Lean methods include Transformation Planning, 3P (Production Preparation Process), Total Productive Maintenance, Standard Work, Kaizen, problem solving, and Poka Yoke. Travel is more than 25%. The position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information; any offer may depend on obtaining government authorization. Relocation assistance is provided. The U.S. salary range is $122,600–$204,400, with geographic differentials in some areas and eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
At least 7 years of industrial experience in EDM, including Wire EDM, Sinker EDM, FHD, and STEM.
Experience including CNC programming, production-process development, technology standards, and equipment selection.
Influential leadership experience with professional and production employees.
Fluency in English.
Ability to obtain U.S. Government authorization to access U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Functional expertise in Wire EDM, Sinker EDM, FHD, and STEM.
Experience in tooling, part fixturing, and CNC machine design.
Experience managing a cost center or P&L, with a solid understanding of operational metrics.
Ability to coach and influence others and lead small teams.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
Ability to coordinate and manage several projects simultaneously.
Effective problem-identification and solution skills.
Proven analytical and organizational ability.
Deep manufacturing technical expertise.
Comprehensive knowledge of underlying principles, approaches, and methodology.

Responsibilities

Develop and own detailed technical standards that drive process synergy (“1 Process = 1 Part”).
Improve machine availability to 95% for targeted asset groups.
Align machines to process requirements to achieve less than 20% uncertainty in process yield.
Lead a 10% reduction in MRO and maintenance for key factories in partnership with Operations, Sourcing, and Finance.
Introduce and industrialize new technology to modernize the Next Generation Supply Chain.
Serve as a focal point for new product introductions, part and technology transfers, new process introductions, and strategic process and equipment investments.
Recommend technology, tooling, fixturing, programming, quality plans, and qualifications for initial production sets.
Reduce costs through equipment and process standardization; establish standards and ensure adherence.
Coach and influence factory technical leads across the supply chain.
Co-lead implementation of manufacturing systems supporting Next Generation Supply Chain migration across the Gas Turbine Value Stream, including systems such as Vimana and Leading to Lean.
Apply DFSS to measure machine capability, analyze process requirements, and develop strategies to maintain or improve process yield.
Deploy lean principles, including Transformation Planning, 3P, Total Productive Maintenance, Standard Work, Kaizen, problem solving, and Poka Yoke.
Travel more than 25%.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and 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.
Relocation assistance.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.