Lead Inspection Engineer - AMRT

GE Vernova•Greenville, NC

About The Position

As a Lead Inspection Engineer within the Advance Manufacturing and Repair Technologies (AMRT) Inspection Team, you will develop and deploy inspection and measurement solutions supporting the manufacture and repair of critical gas turbine components in the Repair Value Stream. The role focuses on strengthening airflow inspection capabilities through component-level knowledge, hands-on fixture design, vendor management, and project leadership. You will own the technical development, documentation, and deployment of airflow inspection fixtures and processes. Working cross-functionally, you will define component-specific airflow requirements, contribute to and perform fixture design, manage external vendors, and lead projects from concept through implementation. You will improve documentation and promote best practices and standards across the network. You will partner with repair engineering, other AMRT special process teams, repair service centers, and quality teams to ensure airflow inspection solutions are accurate, repeatable, and scalable.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, at least 9 years of experience in engineering, fixture design, manufacturing, or a related field within the manufacturing industry in lieu of a degree.
At least 5 years of experience in engineering, fixture design, or a related field within the manufacturing industry if holding the required degree.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with gas turbine hot gas path components and repair processes, or component-level knowledge of turbomachinery or similar precision-engineered parts.
Proficiency with Siemens NX, including 3D modeling, assemblies, and drafting, and hands-on fixture design experience, including GD&T, datum strategy, and tolerance stack-up.
Proven project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and managing multiple concurrent priorities.
Experience identifying, qualifying, and working with vendors, including quoting, technical negotiations, and delivery follow-up.
Working or direct knowledge of airflow and flow measurement principles and inspection practices such as calibration, correlation, and instrumentation.
Strong problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally using a data-driven approach.
Familiarity with or experience integrating PLCs, motors, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior engineers and comfort working in both an office and shop-floor or lab environment.
Knowledge of additional inspection technologies such as CMM, optical or structured light, CT, or other NDT methods, and experience with measurement system analysis (MSA), gauge R&R, and statistical tools.

Responsibilities

Lead airflow-related projects end to end, including scoping, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
Apply component-level knowledge, including cooling features, flow paths, and sealing surfaces, to define fixture requirements, interfaces, and inspection methods.
Design, develop, and validate airflow inspection fixtures and tooling for turbine components using NX and airflow software.
Identify, qualify, and manage external vendors for fixture fabrication, machining, instrumentation, and related services, including RFQs, technical specifications, design reviews, and acceptance or buy-off activities.
Develop, maintain, and continually improve airflow technical documentation, including drawings, models, special process documents, inspection procedures, and validation reports.
Collaborate with repair and design engineering, manufacturing, service centers, quality, and supply chain teams to align inspection requirements with component needs.
Drive continuous improvement in airflow inspection standards, capability, cycle time, and cost.
Standardize fixture validation, fixture qualification, and measurement system analysis activities for industrializing airflow fixtures in production environments.
Support internal and external customer needs and help prioritize the airflow work backlog with the team leader.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach, 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 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.