Industrial Engineer

GE Vernova's Grid Software; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering team focused on the Green Energy transition. This role involves implementing production improvements and managing major projects within a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will work collaboratively to enhance safety and efficiency while driving innovative solutions.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a production engineering environment.
• Ability to provide innovative solutions to production problems.

Responsibilities

• Implement production improvements to reduce costs and improve lead times.
• Coordinate between engineering, manufacturing, and procurement.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Proactive

Organizational skills

Education

HNC / HND

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

Working for the Industrial Leader, the role is to implement production improvements within the manufacturing department, utilizing Lean Principles in line with quality and technical procedures.

Provide innovative solutions to reduce manufacturing costs and improve safety within the factory environment.

Undertake planning, implementation, and execution of major improvement projects (Capex).

Job Description

Purpose

• Implement production improvements within the manufacturing department, utilizing Lean Principles in line with quality and technical procedures.
• Provide innovative solutions to reduce manufacturing costs and improve safety within the factory environment.
• Plan, implement, and execute major improvement projects (Capex).

Primary Scope

• Introduce changes to factory layout, tooling, and methods of working.
• Execute production processes to ensure on-time delivery, respecting technical drawings, quality instructions, standard times, and equipment specifications.
• Maintain and update records for existing equipment and replace as necessary to maintain the company asset register.
• Manage projects from conception to completion, including realization of proposed benefits with all relevant documentation.
• Comply with GE LSP.
• Create specifications to facilitate tendering processes, ensuring value for money.
• Manage contractors working on projects from pre-assessment to onsite completion and handover.
• Update and maintain process documentation for production tasks and equipment.
• Support business Continuous Improvement initiatives as requested.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures affecting Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (EHS).
• Implement and follow up on EHS activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform any other reasonable duties within individuals’ capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Industrial Engineers provide solutions such as tooling, equipment, specifications, and training to enable a stable production schedule.
• This role is vital for coordinating between engineering, manufacturing, and procurement, forming a key part of the successful manufacturing of transformers on time. Failure to do so can cost the business hundreds of thousands of pounds.

Duties

• Implement production improvements to reduce costs and improve lead times.
• Attend design reviews and identify potential production issues requiring resolution.
• Support manufacturing to ensure equipment and tooling are available as requested.
• Provide innovative health and safety solutions.
• Participate in Lean events to improve the business.

Skill Set

• Team player, proactive, forward thinker with the ability to provide innovative solutions to production problems.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in a production engineering environment.
• Engineering qualification such as HNC / HND.
• Good organizational skills, capable of working under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in CAD.

Successful candidates may be required to attend further in-house training and external courses to achieve the required technical and practical competence.

Lichfield Road manufacturing facility has a rich history dating back to 1903, originally established as part of the English Electric group, and now part of GE since 2015. Stafford's location is ideal for research and advanced manufacturing, with a highly skilled workforce and central location in the UK's transport network. GE is proud to be the largest employer in Stafford, with around 1,700 employees across multiple sites.

The facility is renowned worldwide for its expertise in designing, manufacturing, and delivering HVAC and HVDC transformers up to 800kV.

About GE Grid Solutions

At GE Grid Solutions, we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. Our goal is to accelerate the energy transition towards a more energy-efficient grid, supporting the integration of renewables and driving towards a carbon-neutral future. We offer the most advanced and comprehensive product and solution portfolio in the energy sector.

Why We Come To Work

Our engineers are always challenged and driven to find the best solutions. Our projects are diverse and interesting, requiring a solution-focused, positive approach. Join us to work on game-changing projects that contribute to the energy transition.

What We Offer

A dynamic, international working environment with flexible work arrangements, competitive benefits, and excellent development opportunities, including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No