Lead Grind Process Engineer

GE Aerospace; Whitwell; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational aerospace corporation in Whitwell is seeking a Grind Process Engineer responsible for coordinating manufacturing processes for turbine engine components. The ideal candidate will have experience in process management, strong problem-solving skills, and a background in engineering. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Moderate judgment with ability to propose solutions.
• 3 years experience in manufacturing & production.
• Strong communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage grinding processes for gas turbine engine components.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for process issues.

Skills

Project management

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or high school diploma with experience

Job description

Overview

The Grind Process Engineer has responsibility for all aspects of the manufacturing elements required to grind blade and vane components of gas turbine engines. The role coordinates with the Quality, Engineering and Operations teams daily to ensure assigned processes are running within specified parameters. The role identifies process improvement opportunities and is responsible for ideation through execution of these projects. This includes working directly with equipment vendors for new equipment procurement and on-site implementation. Strong project management, teamwork, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacturing processes utilizing 3-6 axis conventional and creep feed grinding.
• Supports adjacent manufacturing processes including milling and inspection.
• Technical leader for production technical resources. Coordinates shop floor support and prioritizes improvement projects with production technical team.
• Analyze and sustain process capability for assigned processes. Regular interaction with the grind process through direct shop floor support.
• High focus on safety and quality in assigned area and processes.
• Incorporate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) with existing and new process development.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for process or machine related issues, using root cause analysis to implement solutions.
• Define and control production process including tooling, equipment, and training.
• Document and validate process changes within guidelines of the Quality Management System.
• Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of the grind process. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute projects and train others.
• In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the business.

Qualifications

• Moderate level of judgment and autonomy. Has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing & Production Process and Equipment) PLUS a minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing & Production Process and Equipment, 3 years of experience in grinding discipline.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Established project management skills.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical think.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $83,800.00 - 112,000 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan. This posting is expected to close on August 10, 2025. GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.