Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer- Test

GE Appliances, a Haier company•Louisville, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Interested in joining us on our journey? Join our Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) Industry 4.0 team as a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Test, where you’ll help shape the future of automated test technologies across our manufacturing network. This team owns the engineering standards for electrical, automation, robotics, and test systems company-wide. Within it, the Test Systems group leads the creation and deployment of automated solutions that ensure product quality for New Product Introduction (NPI) and Run-the-Plant (RTP) initiatives—driving productivity, innovation, and cost efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
7+ years hands on & relevant test or controls engineering experience with electrical, instrumented manufacturing equipment and processes in a large-scale manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
Experience with new product introduction (NPI), including systems integration and developing equipment interfaces
Successful design and deployment of factory equipment for data exchange, AutoID systems (barcode, RFID), and discrete/analog I/O
Proficient in operating systems (Windows, Linux), software programming concepts, and distributed architectures (server/client, pub/sub, security, web reporting)
Creative thinker with a proven track record of envisioning and executing future test system solutions
Self-motivated curiosity extending beyond immediate responsibilities
Skilled in root-cause analysis and troubleshooting unknown issues to implement corrective actions
Knowledgeable in instrumentation technologies: electrical, fluid, and visual inspection
Experience managing electromechanical equipment procurement projects, including specification development, supplier selection, technical reviews, installation, and qualification
Strong project tracking and detailed planning skills
Ability to work effectively in large cross-functional teams and across organizational levels
Excellent oral and written communication skills; capable of providing status updates and training other engineers on electrical standards
Proven ownership of cross-functional program deliverables and decision-making for company benefit
Willingness to travel to satellite facilities for equipment deployment
Experience with Lean manufacturing principles
Ability to implement Agile processes and Test-Driven Development methodologies
Proficient in troubleshooting and using MS SQL databases
Experienced with electrical equipment CAD platforms (Solidworks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical)
Fluency in Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking technologies, including 802.3, 802.11, STP, DNS, DHCP, Subnets, VLAN, VPN, MQTT, OPC-UA, HTTP, Firewalls, and protocol analysis (Wireshark)
Understanding of data encoding schemes: XML, JSON, Protobuf
Experience with Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or related technologies
Skilled in deploying computer systems for rapid feasibility demonstrations (single-board computers, Docker containers, virtual machines)
Working knowledge of data analysis platforms such as MiniTab, SAS, R, Jupyter Notebook, or equivalents
Six Sigma Certification

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, specification, and implementation of advanced electrical, instrumentation, and test systems used in manufacturing and laboratory environments.
Serve as the connection point between equipment project teams and test platform developers—ensuring clear communication, accurate requirements, and effective deployment of new capabilities
Introduce and scale technologies that transform equipment and product verification data into actionable insights for operations and quality teams.
Assess sensor technologies and test methods to ensure reliable process capability and compliance with quality requirements, while proposing new approaches when needed.
Partner with product design teams to integrate Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) and Design for Testability (DFT) into part development.
Evaluate competing technologies and identify the best solution aligned with performance, cost, and application needs.
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and training to junior engineers and cross-functional partners, especially in equipment design, testing strategies, and component selection.