What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Design Engineer position at GE Appliances?
At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.
The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities : we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey?
As a Senior Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in leading our design and engineering efforts to ensure the highest quality of our refrigeration products. You will serve as a vital link between our Selmer plant and our design center in Louisville, KY, and internationally. Your work will focus on validating design correctness, enhancing consumer quality experience, and driving the total cost of quality to best-in-class levels. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and cross-functional communication skills.
Position
Senior Design Engineer
Location
USA, Decatur, AL
How You'll Create Possibilities
- Lead design and process improvements to enhance product quality, performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
- Serve as a liaison engineer for domestic and international design teams, ensuring seamless integration of design practices and adherence to best practices.
- Spearhead initiatives to reduce the total Cost of Quality (COQ), focusing on warranty, concessions, damage, and insurance.
- Conduct reliability testing, product safety assessments, and factory process improvements.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and resolve quality issues, integrating quality robustness into future designs.
- Mentor team members in best design practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and expertise development.
- Maintain comprehensive design records, update evaluation test procedures, and capture critical intellectual property.
What You'll Bring to Our Team
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Our Culture
At GE Appliances, creativity meets passion and conversations lead to exceptional outcomes and experiences. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that everyone brings to GE Appliances. We believe a diverse workplace, where everyone is included and people can be their true and authentic selves, fosters creativity and innovation. We know our differences are our greatest strength. The very best innovations across every function of a company come from diverse teams. Our commitment to ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued allows employees to perform at their best, every day. Diversity at GE Appliances helps us achieve zero distance to our owners, innovate smartly and connect to the communities and customers we serve. We encourage and support the ideas, aspirations, and the wellbeing of everyone - our employees and our communities
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.
GE Appliances 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.
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