Lead Repair Joining Technology

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

The Welding/Joining Engineer will contribute to GE Vernova’s Advanced Manufacturing & Repair Technology Global Process Development team. The role focuses on executing joining technology processes for the Repairs Value Stream, applying technical expertise to welding, brazing, and furnace heat treatment for gas turbine components. It involves hands-on process development and deployment, ensuring technical standards are met for industrial implementation. The engineer will help build global capability by developing robust, scalable manufacturing and repair processes and partnering with engineering, operations, and repair teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of combined experience in welding and brazing process development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience qualifying welding or joining processes for production or repair manufacturing.
• Experience with laser cladding development and operations.
• Knowledge of complementary processes such as machining, automation, and surface preparation.
• Familiarity with gas turbine or aerospace repair standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including using prior experience to address process issues.
• Effective communication skills and comfort exchanging technical information and collaborating across teams.
• Ability to work independently within established procedures and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Execute the development, qualification, and implementation of joining, brazing, and furnace heat treatment processes for gas turbine repair applications.
• Apply technical and analytical skills to solve welding and brazing process challenges.
• Collaborate with Repairs Value Stream teams to deliver process solutions that meet quality, volume, and timeliness standards.
• Support process industrialization and deployment from validation through production integration.
• Program and optimize joining and welding platforms.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Repair Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to align processes with standard functional practices.
• Assist with integration of complementary systems, including machining, surface preparation, and automation.
• Draft technical documentation, process specifications, and qualification plans under established guidelines.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and continuous-improvement support for existing repair processes.
• Serve as an informal resource to less experienced team members and share technical knowledge.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to GE Vernova 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.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior