Job Description Summary

The Lead 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

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Engineer creative solutions to business challenges
• Support a team of experienced operators within the Buckets cell. 
• Work closely with product Design Engineers to help make our product better through improving the manufacturing process 
• Develop and maintain manufacturing methods
• Design and build / procure necessary tooling and finishing within budgets 
• 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
• Define and control production process including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering / material science from an accredited university (or a high school diploma/GED and at least 4 years of manufacturing or operations experience)

Desired Characteristics

• At least 2 additional years of experience in manufacturing or operations
• 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

Pay Transparency

The starting base pay range for this position is $80,000 - 106,600.  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% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. ​ This posting is expected to close on September 3, 2024, or thereafter.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

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.

Benefits Available to You

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• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

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About GE Gas Power

GE Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world’s electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.