Manufacturing Engineer - 1st shift

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

7d • $91,700 - $152,700 • Onsite

About The Position

This Manufacturing Engineer will have responsibility for new and repair steam turbine rotor assembly. In this role, the manufacturing engineer would establish internal processes that safely ensures the production of high-quality products that meet compliance and project requirements for Steam Turbine Repairs & Upgrades operations. Drive continuous improvement across the product lines by owning project timelines, improving cycle & cost, and resolving technical/process issues. Lead and effectively interface with manufacturing and other support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, production, quality, and cost savings goals within schedule and budget.

Requirements

• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires advanced experience in the Manufacturing & Manufacturing Engineering Specialist. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• For roles in USA - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).

Nice To Haves

• Engineering experience in industrial/manufacturing environment
• Experience with customer owned products that require repair
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Familiarity with basic lean principles – takt/cycle and 5S

Responsibilities

• Define / Develop standard plans for Steam Rotor repairs.
• Provide technical leadership and problem solving to the shop floor during rotor repairs and new builds
• Provide leadership and project management to rotor welding upgrades
• Provide strong communication to define and tie machining cell into the repair on a timely basis
• Cross Functional Interface with Engineering, Project Management, Quality, and other manufacturing cells including, but not limited to Machining and the Balance cell.
• Develop build books, project folder creation and maintenance for life of project.
• Develop, Maintain, and continually improve the training programs for operators.
• Team with the QPE to sign off newly trained operators
• Define and control production process including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment. Includes Manufacturing Engineers.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical 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 some judgment and has some 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. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
• Lead improvement efforts for equipment reliability, tooling, process controls, and safety/ergonomic solutions
• Develop work instructions & procedures to support operator training and process control
• Support product qualifications as needed
• Work as an operations leader

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions 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

What This Job Offers

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