2nd Shift Manufacturing Engineer

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer will primarily focus on the manufacturing processes within generator manufacturing. Responsible for departmental operations, ownership over methods, planning/execution of the generator product line and procurement of necessary tooling. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited university / college and 2 years of manufacturing experience in a technical role OR high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years manufacturing experience in a technical role.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to work 2nd Shift hours 3pm-11pm.
• This position is 100% onsite at the GE factory in Schenectady, NY.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an industrialized setting with large scale manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Experience with mechanical equipment.
• Experience with reading and interpreting blueprints, design drawings or process specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a manufacturing expert for Generator Winding in GE Vernova's Generator manufacturing operation in Schenectady NY.
• Define and control production processes; including tooling and equipment to be used in the winding process.
• Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment and processes.
• Work with the shop to develop manufacturing methods, schedules, and documentation for improvements.
• Identify and execute projects to improve safety, quality, existing processes and lower cost within the shop.
• Provide documentation and training to shop floor to ensure seamless new product or process execution.
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and experience to execute policy/strategy.
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
• Uses judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Lead projects in manufacturing engineering, operations and lean. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
• Apply lean methods to equipment and material handling designs to reduce waste throughout the production process.

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• 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