Lead Process Quality Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova in Greenville, SC seeks a dedicated Quality professional to own the quality of hot gas path components manufactured at theGreenleaf facility, maintaining internal processes, monitoring results with customers, and driving corrective actions within scope.

The role permits modification of procedures as long as end results meet standards of quality, volume, and timeliness. Requires onsite work and collaboration across functions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience with quality systems and root-cause methodologies.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and document processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve process documentation to ensure consistent quality.
• Ensure adherence to standards to guarantee product quality.
• Create LPR audit schedules and verify compliance.
• Implement and improve 5S in assigned areas; drive culture change.
• Lead Lean projects using daily KPIs and coaching BiQ.
• Maintain BiQ board daily and lead BiQ discussions.
• Verify corrective actions (LPRs, RCAs, NCRs, 4Ds) are timely and effective.
• Lead 8D problem solving for NCRs and RCAs.
• Assist on-site inspections by third parties and follow through actions.
• Perform Gensuite QMS audits.
• Document technical data supporting components and systems.
• Work with MRB to disposition nonconforming material and remediation actions.
• Prioritize multiple process improvement projects to drive satisfaction and productivity.
• Maintain cell KPIs metrics and trends for weekly reporting.
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment for investment planning and maintenance.
• Apply standard engineering techniques to meet quality, quantity, and timeliness goals.
• Conduct training on quality assurance concepts and tools.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 2-3 years of Manufacturing experience, or High School Diploma / GED with 4-5 years of Manufacturing experience

Tools

Gensuite QMS

BiQ

Job description

Job Description Summary

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL JOIN US IN OWNERSHIP OF THE QUALITY OF HOT GAS PATH COMPONENTS MANUFACTURED IN OUR GREENLEAF FACILITY, SPECIALLY FOCUSED ON MAINTAINING THE INTERNAL PROCESSES REQUIRED TO ENABLE HIGH QUALITY PRODUCTS, MONITORING THE RESULTS OF THOSE PROCESSES WITH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMERS, DETERMINING ROOT CAUSE OF ANY NON-CONFORMANCES, AND IMPLEMENTING CORRECTIVE ACTIONS WITHIN THEIR AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY.

THE JOB ALLOWS MODIFICATION OF PROCEDURES AND PRACTICES COVERING WORK AS LONG AS THE END RESULTS MEET STANDARDS OF ACCEPTABILITY (QUALITY, VOLUME, TIMELINESS, ETC.).

Roles And Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve process documentation active and enforced in assigned area to ensure consistent quality
• Assure adherence to standards to assure the quality of the product.
• Create LPR audit schedule and verify team complies to said schedule.
• Implement, maintain and continuously improve 5S methodology in assigned areas; drive culture change
• Lead Lean Projects by using daily KPIs and coaching BiQ
• Maintain BiQ board on a daily basis and lead the team on BiQ discussion during daily BiQ walks
• Verify and validate implementation of corrective actions (LPRs, RCAs, NCRs, 4Ds, etc) making sure that they are completed on time and are effective
• Lead the multifunctional team through 8D methodology problem solving to provide on time root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for NCRs, RCAs and assigned Non-Conformances.
• Assist with on-site inspections by third parties, host the visitor and follow through on actions arising from visit
• Perform Gensuite QMS audits
• Document technical data generated to substantiate the assigned components, assemblies and/or systems consistent with quality policies and procedures
• Work with Material Review Board to disposition nonconforming material and devise remediation actions
• Prioritize and implement multiple concurrent process improvement projects, alone or as part of a multifunctional team, to drive customer satisfaction and business productivity
• Maintain assigned cell KPIs metrics and trends for weekly report out.
• Maintain familiarity with manufacturing equipment in order to provide accurate investment planning, as well as appropriate calibration and preventative maintenance
• Apply standard engineering techniques to assigned tasks and ensure that specific goals are met in terms of quality, quantity, and timeliness in order to meet department goals
• Conduct training on quality assurance concepts and tools

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with at least 2-3 years of Manufacturing experience OR a High School Diploma / GED with at least 4-5 years of Manufacturing 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
• Demonstrated knowledge of GE systems
• Prior Gas Turbine component experience and knowledge preferred
• Prior leadership experience
• Experience in RCA, LPR, 8D, 4D, 5Why

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• Must work 100% onsite at the GE Vernova Garlington plant

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: No

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 August 26, 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.