Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer will work at the Houston Service Center to repair and overhaul Aero-derivative gas turbine engines and modules. This role will help support the repairs of 120+ engines/year and 400 modules/year. This role will support the 180+ shop floor personnel from a technical standpoint and drive standardization, productivity and continuous improvement for the business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for Gate 3 Assembly and Gate 4 Test Cell processes by spending time on the shop floor
• Leading kaizen or lean action workouts to meet Service Center Fulfilment Goals and Objectives (Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost)
• Own shop floor work instructions and ensure compliance with OEM Manuals
• Collaborate closely with operations teams and cross-functions to address specific Tooling related and manufacturing processes that need to be improved, collaborating with support functions such as Quality, Repair Vendors, Tooling vendors, etc.
• Provide leadership/mentorship for team to lead shop floor improvement projects to resolution
• Help drive resolution on process-related problems and technical issues
• Own and drive maintenance and P&E budgets for critical shop floor projects, tooling, supplies, and repairs
• Share best practices across shop floor to drive consistency, ensure our processes are continuously improving
• Develop a strong partnership with internal and external teams to build continuous process improvement
• Hold self and team accountable to Aero Alliance Compliance and Integrity standards
• Hold self and team accountable to Aero Alliance EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) culture, driving a safe workplace and environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Industrial/Aeronautical with 3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong computer skills, and proficiency in AUTOCAD, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Gas Turbines engines, preferably aircraft or aero derivatives
• Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to respond quickly to shop needs
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs and projects
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus

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). 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.