Lead Manufacturing Specialist 2 - Prod Process and Equip

CB1173 GEPR Energy Canada Inc; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a highly technical Manufacturing Process Engineer to own the full lifecycle of our production processes.

You will lead new product introductions (NPI) and drive continuous improvement across existing lines, ensuring manufacturability and cost-efficiency. You will develop and optimize production cell architectures, workflows, and work instructions; manage SAP and MES structures; and champion Lean practices (Kaizen, 5S) to maximize throughput and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) or Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years in electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing, preferably with box builds and final assembly.
• Proven ability to create and manage complex product structures in SAP and MES.
• In-depth familiarity with IPC-A-610/620 electronics standards.
• Proven Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen/5S) and process optimization track record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the industrialization strategy for new products, ensuring that assembly processes are capable, repeatable, and scalable from pilot to full-rate production.
• Lead DFM/DFA initiatives for manufacturability and cost-efficiency.
• Develop and own production cell architectures, process flows, and assembly work instructions.
• Maximize throughput by identifying and eliminating bottlenecks.
• Modernize production cells with automated aids, cobots, and digital data collection systems.
• Apply Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S) to optimize workflows and reduce waste.
• Manage SAP MES structures including SuperBOMs, VC, and routings; administer HERMES MES platform for digital traceability.
• Act as technical approver for engineering changes and manage ECM lifecycle.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen/5S)

Project management

Strong communication

Education

B.A.Sc. or B.Eng. from an accredited university

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Markham Industrialization Team is seeking a highly technical and process-oriented Manufacturing Process Engineer to manage the full lifecycle of our manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for two primary pillars: leading the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) and driving continuous improvement for existing production lines.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the industrialization strategy for new products, ensuring that assembly processes are capable, repeatable, and scalable from pilot build to full-rate production.
• Lead DFM/DFA initiatives to ensure product designs are optimized for manufacturability and cost-efficiency.
• Develop and own production cell architectures, detailed process flows, and comprehensive assembly work instructions.
• Maximize throughput by proactively identifying and eliminating production bottlenecks.
• Modernize production cells by deploying advanced manufacturing solutions, including automated assembly aids, cobot integration, and digital data collection systems.
• Execute Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S) to optimize workflows, reduce process cycle times, and minimize operational waste.
• Manage complex product structures in SAP, including the configuration and maintenance of SuperBOMs, Variant Configurators (VC), and production routings.
• Administer the HERMES MES platform, including the setup of production lines, routings, workbenches, and inspection templates to ensure robust digital traceability.
• Act as the technical approver for all engineering changes to ensure production readiness, quality, and process compliance.
• Manage the Engineering Change Management (ECM) lifecycle to ensure seamless technical updates and production continuity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) or Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in an electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, preferably with box builds and system final assembly.
• Proven ability to create and manage complex product structures in SAP and MES.
• In-depth familiarity with IPC-A-610/620 electronics manufacturing and quality standards.
• Proven track record in Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen/5S) and process optimization.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Company Culture

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com