HVDC Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Equipment

GE Vernova, Inc.; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova Grid Solutions in Stafford, UK, seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support HVDC equipment and processes. You will drive safety, reliability and efficiency through changes, troubleshooting and continuous improvement across manufacturing, maintenance and supplier teams.

The role emphasizes strong technical problem solving and collaboration across multiple departments, with second-shift support and a focus on delivering robust production performance.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a manufacturing engineering environment.
• Experience with automated assembly equipment.
• HNC/HND or degree in Electrical, Electronic, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety requirements and compliance standards.
• Experience supporting production assembly equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and across functions.
• Strong English communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Implement equipment and process changes to improve performance and efficiency.
• Maintain and improve manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Provide first-line engineering support for equipment breakdowns and production issues.
• Assist maintenance technicians with calibration and preventative maintenance activities.
• Train and support production operators in the correct use of equipment and processes.
• Work with equipment suppliers to resolve technical issues and implement improvements.
• Support manufacturing IT systems and provide first-line support during downtime.
• Create and update work instructions, risk assessments, and operator training documents.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and reliability.
• Support manufacturing operations during second shift hours.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering experience

Automated assembly equipment

Team collaboration

English communication skills

Education

HNC/HND or Electrical/Electronic degree

Tools

Desoutter tooling

SAP

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

GE Vernova Grid Solutions in Stafford, UK, seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support HVDC equipment and processes. You will drive safety, reliability and efficiency through changes, troubleshooting and continuous improvement across manufacturing, maintenance and supplier teams.

The role emphasizes strong technical problem solving and collaboration across multiple departments, with second-shift support and a focus on delivering robust production performance.