Lead Quality Production Engineer – Generator Final Assembly

A01242 GE Gas Turbines (Greenville) L.L.C.; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Provided

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Quality Production Engineer for Generator Final Assembly in the Pensacola area. You will drive product quality and process excellence across final assembly operations, partnering with engineering, fabrication, supply chain, and EHS to eliminate defects and improve first-pass yield.

In this role, you will lead RCCA investigations, CAPA, risk assessments, and data analytics to maintain compliance with QMS and customer specs while supporting continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/manufacturing/industrial engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years manufacturing/quality experience and leading quality initiatives.
• Experience supporting heavy industrial manufacturing and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities for Generator Final Assembly and drive a safety-first, quality-focused culture.
• Monitor FPY, COPQ, defect rates, and drive CAPA with data-driven actions.
• Provide quality support for rotor/stator assembly, testing readiness, and customer release packages.
• Develop control plans, process flow diagrams, and standard work; validate processes and audits.
• Interface with suppliers and customers for quality investigations and verification.

Skills

Quality leadership

Manufacturing quality

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Engineering degree OR related field

High School Diploma + 6+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

FMEA

DMAIC

A3 Problem Solving

Quality Management System (QMS)

Job description

Job Description Summary The Lead Quality Production Engineer – Generator Final Assembly is responsible for driving product quality, process excellence, and manufacturing compliance throughout the final assembly of large utility generators. This role serves as the quality leader supporting production operations, ensuring all generator assembly activities meet customer requirements, engineering specifications, regulatory standards, and GE Vernova's Quality Management System (QMS). The position partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, EHS, Services, and Customer Quality teams to eliminate defects, improve process capability, enhance first-pass yield, and ensure generators are delivered safely, on time, and with zero quality escapes. This role requires a strong technical background in heavy manufacturing, root cause analysis, quality systems, lean manufacturing, and generator assembly processes.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Quality Leadership

Lead quality assurance activities supporting Generator Final Assembly operations. Drive a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. Serve as the primary quality focal point during production build and customer inspections. Ensure adherence to GE Vernova Quality Management System requirements and customer specifications.

Production Quality Management

Monitor production quality metrics including: First Pass Yield (FPY), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), Defect rates, Rework and scrap, Customer complaints, Internal quality escapes. Develop and execute corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Analyze quality trends and establish improvement plans.

Generator Final Assembly Oversight

Provide quality support for: Rotor assembly and installation, Stator assembly operations, Air gap verification, Electrical and mechanical inspection activities, Torque verification processes, Alignment and balancing operations, Final testing preparation, Documentation and customer release packages. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement: Lead RCCA investigations utilizing: 8D Methodology, DMAIC, A3 Problem Solving, Fishbone Analysis, 5 Why Analysis, FMEA. Drive sustainable corrective actions. Facilitate cross-functional quality improvement initiatives.

Process Validation & Controls

Develop and maintain: Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, Inspection Plans, Standard Work Instructions, Quality Gates. Validate manufacturing and assembly processes. Conduct risk assessments and process audits.

Supplier & Component Quality Support

Support supplier quality investigations affecting generator assembly. Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineers on non-conforming materials. Drive containment and resolution activities to prevent production disruptions.

Customer Quality Support

Interface with customers during witness inspections and audits. Support customer issue resolution and technical reviews. Ensure all contractual quality requirements are fulfilled before shipment.

Compliance & Auditing

Ensure compliance with: ISO 9001 requirements, GE Vernova Quality Standards, Regulatory and industry requirements, Customer contractual specifications. Lead internal audits and support external audits.

Data Analytics & Reporting

Utilize quality and manufacturing data to identify trends and risks. Present quality performance to plant leadership and business stakeholders. Develop KPI dashboards and improvement action plans.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering Quality Engineering Materials Engineering Or related technical field OR a High School Diploma with at least 6 years of experience in manufacturing
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing / quality experience
• Experience supporting complex industrial manufacturing operations
• Experience leading quality improvement initiatives
• Technical Leadership Ability to influence cross-functional teams. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems. Communication Executive-level presentation skills. Ability to communicate quality risks and improvement opportunities. Problem Solving Data-driven decision making. Ability to rapidly resolve complex manufacturing quality issues. Change Management Drive quality transformation initiatives. Champion continuous improvement culture.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

• Experience supporting heavy industrial products, rotating equipment, power generation equipment, turbines, generators, or large-scale assemblies
• 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.
• Experience with new product introduction or introduction of new components to include development and documentation of processes and training of new operators
• Past ISO and Auditing Experience.
• 8D, 5 Why problem-solving experience and expertise to aide and direct other Quality Engineers through the problem-solving process
• Experience with Auditing and establishing and audit process.

ASQ Certifications

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification. Experience in: Gas turbine manufacturing Generator manufacturing Energy or power generation industries Aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environments SAP experience Critical Competencies Leadership Leading without direct authority Cross-functional collaboration Influencing plant and business leaders Coaching and mentoring team members Technical Engineering problem solving Statistical analysis Manufacturing process control Risk assessment and mitigation Product quality improvement Business Customer focus Operational excellence Data-driven decision making Continuous improvement mindset

Performance Metrics

• First Pass Yield Improvement
• Reduction in Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Reduction in quality escapes
• Scrap and rework reductionCorrective action closure effectiveness
• Audit performanceCustomer quality performance
• On-time shipment support
• Process capability improvements
• Safety and compliance adherence

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.

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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. 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 $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 October 05, 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.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com