Job Description Summary

Coatings Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for meeting business goals, driving programs, and implementing processes for the coating cell. In this role, you will utilize your experience and expertise to solve problems, develop and execute tactical & strategic objectives, and drive results that impact short-term and some long-term business goals. This role will have a focus on HVOF and Air Plasma spray TBC coating processes for Hot Gas Path COE Coatings Cell.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Engineer creative solutions to business challenges with an emphasis on HVOF Bond Coat, TBC plasma spray, automation, and continuous improvement
• Develop and maintain manufacturing methods and create process routings
• Design and build / procure necessary tooling and finishing within budgets 
• Support equipment upgrades from purchase through installation
• Conduct cost/benefit analysis for changes to processes and/or equipment
• Support EHS projects in cell and ensure processes contribute to a safe work environment
• Drive Coatings Process Improvements / Cycle Reduction initiatives and drive productivity improvements via process changes or improvements
• Identify and reduce sources of labor efficiency variations
• Identify and reduce product quality issues caused by process variation
• Support the quality function through integration of ISO/QC documentation and Manufacturing methods Instructions
• Lead high impact process and quality improvement projects yielding significant reduction in defects and increased productivity in the Cell
• Attend weekly cross-functional quality sessions and track/drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for the Cell
• Lead New Technology Initiatives (NTI) and share best practices with other locations
• Utilize lean-manufacturing principles and participate in action workouts to improve process capability, reduce overall costs and increase capacity
• Develop a basic understanding of robotic programing
• Learn to use different technologies such as Blue Light 3D Scanning and Flash IR Thermal Imagine. 
• Develop an understanding of vacuum furnaces to be able to help trouble shoot issues
• Work closely with the maintenance team to get machines back up and running production
• Support a team of experienced operators within the Coating department. You will work with this team to improve cycle time and reduce cost
• Work closely with product Design Engineers to help make our product better through improving the manufacturing process 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited university (or a high school diploma/GED)
• At least 2 years of manufacturing or operations experience (can include internships).

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in HVOF and APS coating processes. 
• Previous knowledge of robotics and/or automation
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong mechanical design ability
• Prior experience to and knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Effective at managing multiple priorities under deadlines
• Ability to plan communicate and execute

The base pay range for this position is  90,400.00-150,600.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% bonus. 

This posting is expected to close on 7/30/2024

Preference will be given to current Gas Power Engineering employees.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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