Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Energy Consulting group; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a New Product Introduction Process/Manufacturing Engineer to drive innovation in product launch and manufacturing processes. This dynamic role involves defining production processes, validating designs, and leading projects that significantly impact departmental operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a solid engineering background. Join a company that values professional development and offers competitive compensation while contributing to exciting new product initiatives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time-off

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 7 years of experience in Manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years in Manufacturing or Process Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Focus on New Product Introduction and manufacturing processes.
• Define production processes and validate design specifications.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Process Engineering

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

High school diploma with 7 years experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a New Product Introduction (NPI) Process/Manufacturing Engineer at Unison in Norwich, NY, you will be involved in engineering tasks related to the introduction of new products and their manufacturing processes. Your role will significantly impact departmental operations and you will be responsible for planning and executing various activities. While the position offers some autonomy, it primarily focuses on carrying out tasks within established functional practices and procedures. You may need to exercise some judgment, typically with guidance, to ensure successful execution.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Focus on New Product Introduction, encompassing related systems and manufacturing processes. Directly involved in Tollgate processes for new product and process launches.
• Define and control production processes, including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor applications for new products, tools, or equipment. This includes responsibilities typically associated with Manufacturing Engineers.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of technical disciplines, leveraging prior experience and technical expertise to implement policies and strategies.
• Possess a thorough understanding of key business drivers and use this knowledge to effectively accomplish tasks. Understand how the work of your team integrates with other teams and contributes to the overall area.
• Exercise judgment and propose solutions outside of established parameters, with guidance. Utilize prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Access technical skills and analytical thinking to resolve problems, potentially using multiple internal sources outside of your team to make decisions.
• Likely to be an individual contributor with strong interpersonal skills or an early-stage people leader capable of hiring and developing talent. Provide informal guidance to new team members.
• Capable of leading Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities as needed.
• Serve as a resource for colleagues with less experience and may lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Communicate difficult or sensitive information effectively and work to build consensus. Develop persuasion skills to influence others on topics within your field.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degreefrom an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of Manufacturing experience and/or Process Engineering).
• Minimum of 3 years of Manufacturing experience and/or Process Engineering experience

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Special Processes, such as welding and brazing.
• Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering background.
• Understanding of Unison product development policies and procedures.
• Understanding of various Unison product families.
• Understanding of the overall NTI/NPI development process and relationship to the Unison tollgate process.
• Understanding of Unison bid and proposal opportunities process and general business processes.

The base pay range for this position is $83,800 - $105,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on May 16, 2025.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource;and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirementbenefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions andcompany retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance,adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans orprograms (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans andprograms at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefitplan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is anEqual 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 Aerospace 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