Principal Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
GE Appliances is hiring a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development and integration of industrial control systems for metal stamping presses and related equipment. The role shapes manufacturing processes and supports safety, productivity, and innovation by engineering control systems that meet specifications, budgets, and safety standards. The position is based in Louisville, Kentucky, and requires travel as needed, typically about 25%. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at hire and maintain that authorization without current or future employer or school sponsorship; GE Appliances will not sponsor employment-based visas for this position. The engineer architects, programs, and implements PLCs, HMIs, and network configurations, primarily with Rockwell Automation products and potentially Siemens solutions. The role works with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes, evaluate system performance, implement automation and robotics improvements, and conduct machine-safety risk assessments. It also provides technical leadership, troubleshoots complex issues, and guides engineering teams in delivering projects on time and to a high standard. GE Appliances describes its culture as centered on inclusion, diversity, belonging, engagement, and connection. It offers employees the opportunity to work with their leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances individual, team, and organizational needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 7 years of experience in industrial control system design and implementation, with specific expertise in metal stamping applications and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Proficiency with Rockwell Automation and Siemens platforms, including PLC programming, HMI development, and network configurations.
- Strong understanding of machine safety standards, such as ANSI/RIA R15.06, NFPA 79, and ISO 13849, and ability to apply them to system design.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively while adapting to changing project demands.
- Track record of leading complex projects and delivering results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
- Willingness to travel as required, typically about 25%.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and able to maintain authorization without current or future employer or school sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience with assembly line design, automation, customized fabrication equipment, and manufacturing processes.
- Hands-on experience designing and operating multi-axis automation equipment and/or robots.
- Prior NPI program experience.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Project or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Specify and engineer control systems for metal stamping presses and related equipment to meet specifications, budgets, and safety standards.
- Architect, program, and implement PLCs, HMIs, and network configurations, primarily using Rockwell Automation products and with flexibility to integrate Siemens solutions.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to refine manufacturing processes and align them with industry best practices.
- Analyze system performance, recommend improvements, and implement automation and robotics technologies.
- Conduct machine safety risk assessments and ensure compliance with ANSI, NFPA, and ISO standards.
- Provide technical leadership, troubleshoot complex issues, and guide engineering teams to deliver projects on time and at a high level of quality.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
