Manufacturing Data Engineer

GE HealthCare•Warrensville Heights, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a collaborative and curious Manufacturing Data Engineer to help modernize and support the data and network capabilities of our manufacturing operations. In this role, you’ll partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, and IT teams to ensure production data is accessible, reliable, and actionable. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on problem solving, learns by doing, and wants to see the real‑world impact of their work on product quality, efficiency, and operational performance. You don’t need to have every skill mastered on day one—we value growth, adaptability, and a willingness to learn alongside a supportive team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited university or college, or High school diploma or GED with at least 6 years of relevant hands‑on experience
Familiarity with data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Grafana, Excel, or similar
Familiarity with databases (e.g., Oracle, ADX, MySQL, or comparable platforms)
Working knowledge of basic networking concepts, including TCP/IP configuration
Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, VLANs, firewalls, and related concepts
Analytical and problem‑solving mindset with a practical, solution‑focused approach
Clear, respectful communicator who can work effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences
Ability to work independently while also collaborating as part of a cross‑functional team
Organized and detail‑oriented, with an appreciation for documentation and follow‑through
Comfortable partnering with remote teams while supporting on‑site manufacturing needs

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial environments
Exposure to OT (Operational Technology) and IT integration
Interest in process improvement, automation, or continuous learning within data and manufacturing systems

Responsibilities

Ensure manufacturing equipment and control systems are connected to the site equipment LAN, with reliable data flow to central data servers.
Design, build, and deliver data visualizations that help teams monitor product quality, manufacturing throughput, labor efficiency, and equipment performance.
Partner with process engineers to aggregate and analyze data that supports root‑cause analysis and resolution of product quality issues.
Identify opportunities to improve or automate data collection and reporting processes.
Provide guidance and coaching to team members on how to access, understand, and use available data.
Monitor network performance and respond to alerts or outages in a timely, solution‑oriented manner.
Collaborate with central IT and data infrastructure teams on enhancements, upgrades, and ongoing management of site data systems.
Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware and software.
Support network security efforts, including firewall configurations and access controls.
Document data infrastructure designs, changes, and standard procedures to support knowledge sharing and continuity.
Provide technical support to end users and thoughtfully escalate complex issues when needed.