Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer - Process Excellence

AL8238 UK Grid Solutions Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a qualified Manufacturing Process Engineer to optimize transformer production processes, drive standardization, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. You will guide process changes with a focus on quality, efficiency, and compliance across manufacturing steps.

You will mentor team members, develop clear procedures, and collaborate with quality and lean teams to reduce defects, improve cycle times, and ensure Design for Manufacturing integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience assembling active parts within manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership at a Co-Boss level (internal candidates).
• Strong quality assurance and control experience with quality improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in developing manufacturing procedures and SOPs.
• Experience in process standardization and optimization.
• Ability to identify and resolve process issues effectively.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Transformer manufacturing: understand drawings, procedures, and work instructions.
• Leadership: act as Co-Boss, mentoring and training team members.
• Quality Management: implement QA/QC measures and lead improvements.
• Manufacturing Procedures: develop clear, compliant procedures and SOPs.
• Process Standardization: standardize processes for consistency and excellence.
• Identify weaknesses and develop innovative productivity improvements.
• Share and implement best practices in transformer manufacturing.
• Transfer designs and processes to Production with DFM principles.
• RCA and resolution of process issues; act as first-line production support.
• Participate in manufacturing quality gate reviews and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a qualified Manufacturing Process Engineer to optimize transformer production processes, drive standardization, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. You will guide process changes with a focus on quality, efficiency, and compliance across manufacturing steps.

You will mentor team members, develop clear procedures, and collaborate with quality and lean teams to reduce defects, improve cycle times, and ensure Design for Manufacturing integration.