Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Energy Consulting group; Hooksett (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to innovate processes and enhance production efficiency. This pivotal role involves overseeing production processes, supporting daily operations, and mentoring new team members. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a solid understanding of manufacturing practices. Join a dynamic team that values professional development and offers a collaborative work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives and drive long-term improvements in manufacturing excellence.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Retirement savings plan with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time-off for vacation or illness

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in manufacturing engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Define and control production processes including tooling and equipment.
• Lead projects, managing risks and resource needs.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

High School Diploma/GED with manufacturing experience

Tools

Machining tools (milling, turning, EDM, grinding)

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for creating robust processes, equipment acquisition, and supporting production cell daily needs. Additional responsibilities include tracking cell manufacturing data to help drive improvements. In this role, you will work on strategic initiatives to develop and meet long-term objectives. The individual is also expected to serve as a coach for new team members and may also be utilized as a subject matter expert.
This role requires an understanding of manufacturing processes and strong problem-solving abilities.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Define and control production processes including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new products, tools, or equipment. Includes Manufacturing Engineers.
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy.
• Have knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; be aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
• Use judgment to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles.
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Lead projects, managing risks and resource needs.
• Explain information and develop skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within the field.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years manufacturing experience) + minimum of 3 years manufacturing 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Prior experience with machining (milling, turning, EDM, grinding, etc.) of high-temperature alloys.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

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. Retirement benefits include the GE 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 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 or programs. Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan 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, 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 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 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