Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

GE Vernova; South Carolina; On-site; USD 92,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for Blades to translate breakthrough concepts into industrialized reality. You will lead technology industrialization, drive lean process ownership, and apply Industry 4.0 insights on a global scale.

Role requires a solid background in composite manufacturing and a proven ability to manage cross-functional programs with 20% travel. Relocation support and strong benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in lean manufacturing, composite process and equipment development.
• Experience managing projects and delivering milestones.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DfM) principles.

Responsibilities

• Technology industrialization: design, specify, and implement tooling and equipment.
• Own development and refinement of manufacturing workflows; apply Lean methods.
• Leverage data-driven insights and Industry 4.0 to monitor performance.
• Support automation, robotics, and complex process solutions.
• Deploy global process standards, control plans, and training modules.
• Collaborate across R&D, Engineering, and Operations on roadmaps.

Skills

Composite domain expertise

Project autonomy

Manufacturing rigor

Collaborative influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

Be at the forefront of the energy transition. As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) for Blades, you won’t just manage factory processes—you will engineer the future of sustainable energy. You are a hands‑on technical leader responsible for translating breakthrough manufacturing concepts into robust, industrialized realities. You will partner across the global GE Vernova organization to drive technologies that optimize SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) and shape the next generation of blade production.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Technology Industrialization:Design, specify, and implement advanced tooling and equipment to scale new manufacturing technologies from pilot to shop‑floor reality.
• Process & Lean Ownership: Own the development and refinement of manufacturing workflows. Use Lean methodologies (Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis) to diagnose process inefficiencies and implement sustainable, data‑backed improvements.
• Digital Transformation:Leverage data‑driven insights and Industry 4.0 solutions to monitor and optimize process performance.
• Technical Leadership:Support the technical implementation of automation, robotics, and complex process solutions.
• Standardization:Deploy global process standards, control plans, and training modules to ensure consistency across the global supply chain.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration:Work on highly matrixed programs between R&D, Engineering, and Operations to execute complex technical roadmaps and change management initiatives.

Skills & Mindset

• Composite Domain Expertise:Solid understanding of composite manufacturing (infusion, layup, curing) and the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex process challenges.
• Project Autonomy:Proven ability to manage a defined project scope independently—identifying risks, managing schedules, and driving milestones to completion.
• Manufacturing Rigor:A commitment to “Design for Manufacturing” (DfM) principles, with a focus on creating processes that are not only efficient but reliable and easy to maintain.
• Collaborative Influence:Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical strategy and the practical realities of the shop floor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Demonstrated track record in process engineering and project execution.
• Technical Core:Solid foundation in lean manufacturing, composite process and equipment development.
• Travel:Willingness to travel (approx. 20%) to support trials, factory start‑ups, and supplier visits.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong wind turbine blade or composite manufacturing knowledge
• Experience developing, leading, and executing technology development projects
• Lean mindset – able to drive process improvement, standard work, etc.
• Working knowledge of industrial automation, robotics, or PLC/HMI controls.

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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $91,700.00 and $152,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 20, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and 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, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

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.