Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Broach Technology & Process Development

gevernova; South Carolina; On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Greenville, SC, is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer focused on broach development to drive safe, efficient production. You will develop and industrialize broach processes, optimize tooling and parameters, and partner with production teams to validate and transfer new processes to manufacturing.

This role requires on-site work in Greenville, SC and a strong background in CNC broaching, lean manufacturing, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with at least 4 years of experience in Production Process and Equipment.
• Ability and desire to work on site in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven track record working in multi-group environments toward shared goals.
• Ability to work off‑shift or flexible schedule at times as required by project timelines.
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons due to access to export‑controlled technology.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing process development across CNC Machining with a focus on broaches.
• Develop and improve broach processes to enable safe, capable production.
• Support hands-on development of new products and processes to enable a successful hand‑off to production.
• Define and optimize process parameters to improve safety, performance, quality, repeatability, and tool life.
• Support selection and development of cutting tools, tooling strategies, and process conditions for broach applications.
• Interpret drawings, fixture stack-ups, cut charts, and broach cutter data to validate process readiness.
• Drive tool performance improvement through process and tooling optimization.
• Standardize and document manufacturing methods and process requirements.

Skills

Broach process development

CNC machining knowledge

Process optimization

Tooling optimization

Lean Six Sigma

Hoffmann RASMX 8-axis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

High School Diploma/GED with 8 years experience

Tools

Hoffmann RASMX 8-axis broaching machines

CNC broach equipment operation

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

We operate with a founder’s mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.

What impact you’ll make

As a member of the Process Industrialization team, you will help define, develop, and industrialize manufacturing processes using a team-based approach. This role will primarily focus on broach process development, including defining & testing new processes, improving existing processes, and supporting successful transfer into production.

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Execute manufacturing process development activities across CNC Machining, with primary focus on broach processes, including process definition, validation, optimization, and industrialization.
• Develop and improve broach manufacturing processes to support safe, capable, repeatable and efficient production.
• Support hands‑on development of new products and processes to enable a successful hand‑off to the production team.
• Define and optimize process parameters to improve safety, performance, quality, repeatability, and tool life.
• Support selection and development of cutting tools, tooling strategies, and process conditions for broach applications.
• Interpret drawings, fixture stack‑ups, cut charts, and broach cutter data to validate process readiness.
• Drive tool performance improvement through process and tooling optimization.
• Standardize and document manufacturing methods and process requirements.
• Incorporate lean manufacturing principles into process development.
• Use continuous improvement methods, including kaizen activities, to support team initiatives.
• Partner with production teams to troubleshoot issues, solve problems, and improve processes.
• Develop and improve processes for CNC broach equipment, with ideal familiarity with Hoffmann RASMX 8‑axis broaching machines.
• Maintain broad machining knowledge and a working understanding of CNC broach equipment operation and programming concepts, without direct programming ownership.
• This role is based on site in Greenville, SC.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with at least 4 years of experience in Production Process and Equipment

OR

• High School Diploma/GED with at least 8 years of experience in Production Process and Equipment

AND

• Ability and desire to work on site in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven track record working in multi-group environments toward shared goals.
• Ability to work off‑shift or flexible schedule at times as required by project timelines.
• 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.

What will make you stand out

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Machine Tool Technology.
• Demonstrated experience developing and improving manufacturing processes, with emphasis on broach process development.
• Extraordinary attention to detail.
• Experience in the broaching of turbine or compressor wheels for the power generation or aerospace industries.
• Experience machining high-temperature superalloys common in Heavy Duty Gas Turbine (HDGT) or aerospace sectors.
• Track record of managing tight tolerances on large‑format equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience.
• Ideal familiarity with Hoffmann RASMX 8‑axis broaching machines.
• Working knowledge of CNC broach equipment operation and programming concepts.
• Ability to define and optimize process parameters, cutting tools, and strategies to improve tool performance and tool life.
• Ability to drive innovation by implementing new ideas and screening new technologies to align with business objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels of the organization, both verbally and through written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Self‑motivated, self‑driven, and able to take ownership and make decisions.

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: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $81,700.00 and $136,700.00. 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 June 04, 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.