Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

GE Vernova•Greenville, NC

About The Position

GE Vernova is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join its Combustion Components team. This mid-level role focuses on developing, qualifying and industrializing manufacturing processes for combustion components, and continuously improving those processes. The engineer collaborates across functions to bring new designs into production, improve existing manufacturing processes and lead qualifications that support capacity expansion. The role covers combustion components such as fuel nozzles, caps, liners, TPs and unibodies. It includes developing and validating manufacturing documentation, addressing manufacturing non-conformances and quality escapes, improving cost, yield and cycle time, supporting suppliers, and contributing to New Product Introduction and Engineering Change initiatives. The engineer also uses digital tools and data analytics to monitor process performance and drive continuous improvement. GE Vernova describes its Gas Power business as engineering natural-gas-powered technologies and services, alongside decarbonization solutions intended to support a lower-carbon future. The company states that it offers professional development, challenging careers and competitive compensation. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will employ only candidates legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Offers are conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable. Relocation assistance is provided. The posting was expected to remain open for at least seven days after October 22, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline.
3–6 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role; aerospace, gas turbines, additive manufacturing or high-temperature metal components are preferred areas of experience.
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as metal stamping, welding, CNC machining, thermal barrier coatings, brazing and additive manufacturing.
Experience with problem-solving tools such as 8D, root cause analysis and DMAIC.
Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools such as NX or Creo and data analysis software such as Minitab or Excel.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable, is required as a condition of an offer.

Nice To Haves

Experience with combustion component manufacturing or repair in gas turbine applications.
Familiarity with welding, brazing and coating processes.
Experience working in a regulated environment with a strong focus on EHS and quality.
Exposure to Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and Design for Manufacturability principles.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Lead and support qualification and industrialization for combustion components, including fuel nozzles, caps, liners, TPs and unibodies.
Work with design engineering, materials engineering, quality and supply chain to ensure manufacturability and producibility of new and existing components.
Develop and validate process documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs and control plans.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts related to manufacturing non-conformances and quality escapes.
Drive cost reduction, yield improvement and cycle-time optimization using lean manufacturing techniques and process innovation.
Provide technical support to internal and external suppliers to ensure process capability and compliance with GE standards.
Support New Product Introduction and Engineering Change initiatives from a manufacturing perspective.
Use digital tools and data analytics to monitor process performance and drive continuous improvement.

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, including 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.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Relocation assistance.
On-the-job learning and development opportunities.