Lead Inspection Engineer - AMRT

A01242 GE Gas Turbines (Greenville) L.L.C.; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. seeks a Lead Inspection Engineer to develop and deploy airflow inspection fixtures and processes for gas turbine components. You will lead cross-functional projects, define fixture interfaces, and manage external vendors from concept through implementation.

You will also drive documentation improvement, align requirements with component needs, and advance inspection standards while partnering with repair, design, and quality teams across the network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5+ years engineering/fixture design experience; or 9+ years without degree.
• Experience in manufacturing industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead airflow-related projects end to end.
• Define fixture requirements and inspection methods.
• Design and validate airflow fixtures and tooling using NX.
• Manage external vendors and RFQs.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on inspection needs.
• Drive continuous improvement in airflow inspection standards.
• Standardize validation and MSA activities for production.

Skills

Fixture design

Vendor management

Project leadership

NX proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a Lead Inspection Engineer within the Advance Manufacturing and Repair Technologies (AMRT) Inspection Team, you will develop and deploy inspection and measurement solutions that support the manufacture and repair of critical gas turbine components, within the Repair Value Stream (RVS). We are seeking an engineer to strengthen our airflow capabilities by combining component-level knowledge with hands‑on fixture design, vendor management, and project leadership. In this role, you will own the technical development, documentation, and deployment of airflow inspection fixtures and processes. You will work cross-functionally within the organization to understand specific component airflow requirements, contribute to and perform fixture design, manage external vendors, and lead projects from concept through implementation. You will be responsible for improving documentation and driving best practices and standards across the network. You will partner with repair engineering, other AMRT special process teams, repair service centers, and quality teams to ensure airflow inspection solutions are accurate, repeatable, and scalable.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Lead airflow-related projects end to end, including scoping, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder communication
• Apply component-level knowledge (such as cooling features, flow paths, and sealing surfaces) to define fixture requirements, interfaces, and inspection methods
• Design, develop, and validate airflow inspection fixtures and tooling for turbine components using NX and airflow software
• Identify, qualify, and manage external vendors for fixture fabrication, machining, instrumentation, and related services, including RFQs, technical specifications, design reviews, and acceptance/buy-off activities
• Develop, maintain, and continually improve technical documentation surrounding airflow, including drawings, models, special process documents, inspection procedures, and validation reports
• Collaborate with repair / design engineering, manufacturing, service centers, quality, and supply chain teams to align inspection requirements with component needs
• Drive continuous improvement in airflow inspection standards, while improving capability, and reducing cycle time / cost
• Standardize the fixture validation, fixture qualification, and measurement system analysis activities associated with the industrialization of airflow fixtures to production environments.
• Support internal and external customer needs, and help prioritize the airflow work backlog with the team leader

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering, fixture design, or a related field within the manufacturing industry OR in lieu of degree; Minimum of 9 years of experience in engineering, fixture design, manufacturing, or a related field within the manufacturing industry

Desired Characteristics

• Familiarity with gas turbine hot gas path components and repair processes, or component-level knowledge of turbomachinery or similar precision‑engineered parts
• Proficiency with Siemens NX (3D modeling, assemblies, and drafting), with hands‑on fixture design experience, GD&T application, datum strategy, and tolerance stack‑up
• Proven project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and managing multiple concurrent priorities
• Experience identifying, qualifying, and working with vendors (e.g., quoting, technical negotiations, delivery follow‑up)
• Working or direct knowledge of airflow/flow measurement principles and inspection practices such as calibration, correlation, and instrumentation.
• Strong problem solving, written, verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross‑functionally, using a data driven approach
• Familiarity with or experience with integrating PLC’s, motors, pneumatics, and electrical systems
• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior engineers and comfort with working in both an office and shop‑floor/lab environment
• Knowledge of additional inspection technologies (e.g., CMM, optical/structured light, CT, or other NDT methods) and experience with measurement system analysis (MSA), gauge R&R, and statistical tools

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 $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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 November 06, 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.

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