Manufacturing Test Engineer [Shift Based]

GE Vernova; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to strengthen HVDC test capabilities across shifts. You will hands-on support test cells, drive safe operation, and generate documentation to boost capacity and efficiency.

You will resolve technical issues, maintain equipment, and help implement new test infrastructure within a cross-functional team. You will contribute to continuous improvement, support NPI/NPD activities, and ensure tests meet evolving specifications while coordinating

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline.
• Strong understanding of working safely in a high voltage environment, including risk assessments and LOTO.
• Demonstrable experience in structured troubleshooting to debug PCBs, machinery, test cells.
• Significant experience in manufacturing test facility maintenance.
• Ability to communicate ideas, concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to follow and improve test specifications.
• Desirable: experience with automated test equipment (NI LabVIEW & TestStand).
• Desirable: knowledge of power electronics, product manufacturing and testing.
• Able to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal).
• Proactive and self-motivated; able to manage multiple priorities and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing test infrastructure activities, including resolving technical issues and developing test capability.
• Provide day-to-day technical support for running, maintenance, and breakdown response of test equipment.
• Assist with development and implementation of new test infrastructure and tools.
• Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to support test facility build, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Follow and support processes for test facilities and equipment, including change management, calibration, and preventative maintenance.
• Support NPI activities for test facilities, including requirements input, equipment procurement, and test sequence updates.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support NPD, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with engineering teams to help define and develop manufacturing test strategies and specifications.
• Support integration of test software systems with business software systems in collaboration with IT and OT teams.
• Create and maintain training materials, SOPs, risk assessments, and other supporting documentation.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Project management

English proficiency

Multi-priority work

Travel willingness

Proactive mindset

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Oscilloscope

DMM

Power analyser

NI LabVIEW

NI TestStand

Job description

The Manufacturing Test Engineer will work with the Test and Production teams to improve and support the capability and capacity of the test facilities for HVDC manufacturing, across shifts. They will drive and support safe and effective use of test cells by providing hands on support, generating documentation and supporting departmental projects,

• Support manufacturing test infrastructure activities, including resolving technical issues and contributing to the development of test capability, while working in a shift-based environment to ensure continuous production support
• Provide day-to-day technical support for the running, maintenance, and breakdown response of test equipment
• Assist with the development and implementation of new test infrastructure and tools
• Work with suppliers and contractors to support test facility build, commissioning, and maintenance activities
• Follow and support processes for test facilities and equipment, including change management, scheduled calibration, and preventative maintenance
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities for test facilities, including requirements input, equipment procurement, and test sequence updates
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support New Product Development (NPD), issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work with engineering teams to help define and develop manufacturing test strategies and specifications
• Support integration of test software systems with business software systems in collaboration with IT and OT teams
• Create and maintain training materials, SOPs, risk assessments, and other supporting documentation for test processes and equipment
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities for test processes and infrastructure to improve KPIs such as OEE, throughput, and FPY
• Carry out fault-finding, root cause investigation, and corrective actions for test equipment and process issues
• Support test operators and technicians with troubleshooting, training, and day-to-day technical guidance
  A process driven mindset backed by a 'can do' attitude and a desire to learn
• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline
• A strong understanding of working safely in a high voltage environment, including using tools such as risk assessments, FMEA, SSoW, LOTO, etc.
• Demonstrable experience in structured troubleshooting to debug failed PCBs, machinery, test cells
• Significant experience in manufacturing test facility maintenance
• Be able to communicate ideas, concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrable experience in following and improving test specifications
• Desirable
• Experience of automated test equipment (NI LabVIEW & TestStand)
• Demonstrable knowledge of power electronics, product manufacturing and testing
• Specific Abilities:
• Able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)
• Proactive and self motivating
• Highly competent in using electrical test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, power analyser)
• Able to deliver work to schedule and manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel
• [Desirable] Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) activities
• [Desirable] Exposure to lean manufacturing environment