Assembler II (02A) - 2nd Shift

gevernova; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

GE Vernova in Greenville, SC is hiring for a manufacturing assembler role focused on gas turbine components. You will read blueprints, align and assemble parts, and perform quality checks while using cranes and power tools. The job emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a high-precision environment.

The position requires at least a high school diploma and 2+ years in manufacturing or industrial assembly, with the ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work at heights. U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Read and interpret blueprints or engineering drawings.
• Experience with large-scale mechanical and/or electrical assemblies.
• Experience using measuring devices to verify quality during assembly.
• Capable of working in confined spaces and at heights.

Responsibilities

• Align, erect, assemble, and fit turbine components for new make and repair work.
• Interpret drawings and planning documents to complete assembly accurately.
• Position components using cranes and lifting devices, then bolt to spec.
• Perform alignments using standard measuring devices and fixtures.
• Apply quality checks and document assembly results.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment as trained.
• Support team by coordinating task flow and guiding less experienced workers.
• Identify and correct routine machining or setup issues to maintain flow.
• Contribute to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Assembly

Measurements

Machining & setup

Safety conscious

Team collaboration

Lift up to 40 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring devices

Power & hand tools

Cranes/hoists familiarity

Job description

Job Description Summary

Vernova Purpose

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

What impact you’ll make

You’ll be part of something big—and growing. At GE Vernova, we’re leading the way in shaping the future of energy, and our Greenville Gas Turbine site plays a critical role in that mission. As demand for reliable and more sustainable power continues to grow around the world, our Greenville teams are expanding to build, repair, and deliver advanced gas turbine technology that powers a third of the world!

Here in Greenville, you’ll contribute directly to a site that is making significant investments in new capabilities, equipment, and our people. The work you will do matters—every component you build, inspect, assemble, or move supports customers across the globe and helps keep the lights on for millions of people.

You’ll join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, where our shop employees are highly skilled, trusted experts, and essential to our success. As we grow, you’ll have opportunities to learn new skills, work with cutting-edge technology, and build a long-term career at a site that’s proud of its legacy and excited about what’s next.

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Align, erect, assemble, and fit gas turbine, compressor, rotor, stator, bearing, and main unit components for new make and repair work.
• Interpret drawings, material lists, planning documents, methods specifications, job aids, and related shop documentation to complete assembly work accurately.
• Position and align components and accessories using cranes, hoists, and other lifting devices, then drill, ream, dowel, fit, and bolt components to specification.
• Perform mechanical alignments and fit-up using standard and specialized measuring or alignment devices.
• Apply required quality checks, measurements, and documentation to ensure assembled components meet specifications.
• Use assembly fixtures, stands, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and grinding or sanding equipment to complete assigned work.
• Support team execution by coordinating task flow, assisting less experienced assemblers, and helping accomplish assigned work.
• Operate material-moving equipment such as forklifts and jib or gantry cranes, as trained.
• Identify and correct routine machining or setup issues to maintain quality and production flow.
• Contribute to team problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.
• Take ownership of compliance, safety, quality, and productivity in your area of responsibility.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or industrial assembly experience, including experience with large-scale mechanical and/or electrical assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints or engineering drawings independently.
• Experience performing component fit-up, alignment, drilling, reaming, doweling, bolting, or mechanical adjustment to specification in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience using standard measuring devices and inspection methods to verify quality requirements during assembly.
• Must be capable and comfortable working in confined spaces and working at heights.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and wear required personal protective equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Successful completion of an assessment for the job class, background check, and drug screen.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this role.

What will make you stand out

• You have experience with gas turbine, heavy industrial, power generation, or large equipment assembly.
• You have experience with mechanical/electrical troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Your have experience with optical and/or laser alignment methods.
• You have experience working with cranes, hoists, lifts, or other industrial material-handling equipment.
• You have experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• You are eager to learn new assembly techniques, equipment, and processes.
• You bring strong attention to detail, dependability, and a team-first mindset.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the base pay for this position is $32.93 - $34.24/hr. Eligible for a $1.00/hour shift premium on 2nd and 3rd.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only: The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 29, 2026.

Available benefits include

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays
• New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.