Lead Manufacturing Engineer

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC

29d • $90,400 - $150,500 • Onsite

About The Position

An Engineer in Manufacturing will develop and deliver Tooling that are used to manufacture hardware for commercial nuclear power reactors. The Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of new products and technology with an emphasis in motion control to meet manufacturing needs and overcome complex technical challenges. Will be responsible for sustaining, improving, and troubleshooting automated equipment within the Fuel Manufacturing Operation. This position is based at our headquarters in Wilmington, NC. Must be willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided) if not already local.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college.
• At least 3 years of experience in an engineering role.
• Relocation to Wilmington, NC is required.
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficient in 3D CAD design and computer skills.
• Solid understanding of the principles of Motion Control, PLCs, and programming
• Experience with the selection, use, and design of motion control components suitable to operate mechatronic devices.
• Ability to troubleshoot improperly functioning equipment and implement the proper changes.
• Ability to assess technical risk and devise suitable means to mitigate.

Responsibilities

• Execute the design, and development for specialty tooling and equipment using sound engineering principles and adhering to engineering standards, practices, procedures, and product requirements.
• Develop tooling of medium to high complexity through Mechanical, Electrical, Software Programming and Motion Control design.
• Proactively communicate and deliver assignments on time.
• Identify and mitigate technical risk.
• Communicate technical detail to fabricators and technicians through the generation of fabrication drawings, specifications, and direct communication.
• Generate equipment documentation including operating procedures, maintenance guides, training material, technical reports, and functional test instructions.
• Track and trend equipment performance and drive improvement projects to mitigate the leading causes for lost productivity, or quality non-conformances.
• Contribute to the success of others by providing feedback and technical input during design reviews and verifications.
• Interface with a broad, multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to obtain commercial nuclear site entry.
• Support 24/7 manufacturing operation, including emergency response, and scheduled projects.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees