Lead CMM Programmer

GE-Vernova-; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Lead CMM Programmer to develop, validate, and improve PC-DMIS CMM programs and dimensional inspection methods in a production setting. You will translate drawings, GD&T, and MBd requirements into robust inspection strategies, while supporting shop floor execution and quality goals.

You will lead offline CMM programming with PC-DMIS, use NX for modeling, and mentor operators and engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or equivalent manufacturing education or apprenticeship.
• 6+ years in digital inspection tech, metrology, or related field.
• 5+ years offline CMM programming with PC-DMIS.
• Experience programming CMM in production environment.
• GD&T knowledge and model-based definition understanding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate CMM measurement strategies for standard to moderately complex parts.
• Create, maintain, and prove out PC-DMIS programs.
• Support CAD tools (NX) for CMM programming and analysis.
• Troubleshoot CMM program, alignment, fixture, and reports.
• Support CMM hardware/software setup and fixture validation.
• Improve PC-DMIS templates, reports, and documentation.
• Provide coaching to operators and engineers.
• Lead improvements to repeatability, cycle time, quality, and cost.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor/Associate degree or Machinist Apprentice

Tools

PC-DMIS

Siemens NX

Automation scripting

Python

C++

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead CMM Programmer will develop, validate, standardize, and improve Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programs and dimensional inspection methods in a production environment. This role supports manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams by translating drawing, model-based definition, GD&T, and product quality requirements into reliable inspection strategies while troubleshooting measurement issues and supporting shop execution.

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Develop and validate robust CMM measurement strategies for standard to moderately complex parts using CAD models, drawings, datum structures, ASME Y14.5 GD&T, and production requirements.


• Create, maintain, and prove out PC-DMIS CMM programs that align with Product Quality Plans, inspection standards, and shop execution needs.


• Use Siemens NX or similar CAD tools to support CMM programming, model interrogation, inspection planning, and dimensional analysis.


• Troubleshoot recurring CMM program, alignment, probe, fixture, report, setup, result, and production-support issues.


• Support CMM hardware/software setup, probe qualification, fixture validation, and reliable execution of production inspection processes.


• Improve PC-DMIS templates, reports, naming conventions, documentation, controlled software practices, and standard work.


• Provide technical support, coaching, and clear communication to operators, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, and cross-functional teams.


• Lead improvement efforts that strengthen CMM repeatability, usability, cycle time, safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree or Machinist Apprentice graduate; or high school diploma/GED with equivalent manufacturing environment experience


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in digital inspection technology, metrology, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, CMM programming, or a related technical discipline.


• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on offline CMM programming experience using PC-DMIS.


• Experience programming, proving out, and validating CMM inspection routines in a production environment.


• Working knowledge of GD&T, drawing interpretation, model-based definition, and dimensional inspection principles.


• Ability and willingness to work on site in a manufacturing production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of GD&T, drawing/model interpretation, dimensional inspection, and measurement strategy development, preferably aligned with ASME Y14.5.


• Demonstrated proficiency with PC-DMIS, offline CMM programming, program prove-out, and production support.


• Experience with Siemens NX or similar CAD tools, model-based definition, and model-based inspection data.


• Experience with CMM hardware setup, probe qualification, fixture validation, and measurement system troubleshooting.


• Experience with complementary metrology tools such as Zeiss Inspect, structured light scanning, CT inspection, Volume Graphics, Control X, or Geomagic.


• Experience with automation, robotic inspection integration, scripting, or workflow optimization using VBA, Python, C++, or similar tools.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including applied shop math, geometry, and trigonometry used in dimensional inspection and metrology applications.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities while balancing production support, technical problem solving, documentation, training, and continuous improvement work.


• Experience supporting dimensional inspection or metrology for heavy-duty gas turbine, aerospace, energy, or other complex precision components; willingness to provide occasional off-shift or urgent production support as business needs require.

Eligibility Requirements

• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.


• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.


• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

About GE Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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: 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 September 10, 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.