Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer will support the manufacturing operations of high-voltage electrical equipment, including circuit breakers and instrument transformers, at the Charleroi manufacturing facility. This entry-level role is ideal for recent engineering graduates or early-career professionals interested in operational excellence, process improvement, automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies. As demand for grid modernization and AI-driven infrastructure continues to accelerate globally, GE Vernova is expanding production capacity and investing heavily in manufacturing transformation. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in improving productivity, reducing waste, supporting process standardization, and implementing Lean manufacturing initiatives to help meet this growth. This position offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to Lean principles, process engineering, data analytics, AI-enabled manufacturing tools, and cross-functional collaboration.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support daily manufacturing operations to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity (SQCDP).
• Assist in the development and optimization of manufacturing processes and standard work, by developing new fixtures and solutions that help with cycle time reduction and improvement of output.
• Participate in Kaizen events, Lean initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support expansion projects with development of new layouts.
• Support line balancing, cycle time analysis, and labor efficiency improvements.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of routings, work instructions, PFMEAs, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams to resolve operational issues.
• Support implementation of visual management and problem-solving.
• Participate in process validation activities, NPIs, tooling improvements, and fixture development.
• Support manufacturing digitalization initiatives, including MES systems, AI-enabled analytics, and automation projects.
• Assist with ergonomics, safety improvements, and workstation optimization.
• Participate in daily production meetings and shop floor Gemba walks.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field with at least one year of Manufacturing Experience.
• Knowledge of CAD software or manufacturing tooling concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/shop floor environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or Industrial Engineering concepts.
• Familiarity with SAP, MES systems, Power BI, or manufacturing analytics tools.
• Interest in AI applications in manufacturing, automation, or Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience with time studies, line balancing, or process mapping.

About GE Vernova:

GE Vernova is helping electrify and decarbonize the world through advanced energy technologies and manufacturing excellence. The Charleroi facility manufactures critical high-voltage equipment supporting utilities and infrastructure projects across North America and globally.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).