Manufacturing Engineer

GE Vernova; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 78,800 - 131,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) savings opportunity

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to work at the Houston Service Center, responsible for repairing and overhauling gas turbine engines. This role involves providing technical support, leading process improvements, and ensuring compliance with work instructions while driving productivity and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, along with strong skills in AUTOCAD, Excel, and Lean Manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Gas Turbines engines preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for assembly and test processes.
• Lead kaizen or lean workouts to meet goals.
• Own shop floor work instructions for compliance.
• Collaborate on tooling and manufacturing process improvements.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Proficiency in AUTOCAD

Lean Manufacturing

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Industrial/Aeronautical

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will work at the Houston Service Center to repair and overhaul Aero-derivative gas turbine engines and modules. This role will help support the repairs of 120+ engines/year and 400 modules/year. This role will support the 180+ shop floor personnel from a technical standpoint and drive standardization, productivity and continuous improvement for the business.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for Gate 3 Assembly and Gate 4 Test Cell processes by spending time on the shop floor.
• Leading kaizen or lean action workouts to meet Service Center Fulfilment Goals and Objectives (Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost).
• Own shop floor work instructions and ensure compliance with OEM Manuals.
• Collaborate closely with operations teams and cross-functions to address specific Tooling related and manufacturing processes that need to be improved, collaborating with support functions such as Quality, Repair Vendors, Tooling vendors, etc.
• Provide leadership/mentorship for team to lead shop floor improvement projects to resolution.
• Help drive resolution on process-related problems and technical issues.
• Own and drive maintenance and P&E budgets for critical shop floor projects, tooling, supplies, and repairs.
• Share best practices across shop floor to drive consistency, ensure our processes are continuously improving.
• Develop a strong partnership with internal and external teams to build continuous process improvement.
• Hold self and team accountable to Aero Alliance Compliance and Integrity standards.
• Hold self and team accountable to Aero Alliance EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) culture, driving a safe workplace and environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Industrial/Aeronautical with 3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer skills, and proficiency in AUTOCAD, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Lean Manufacturing experience driving process improvements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Gas Turbines engines, preferably aircraft or aero derivatives.
• Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to respond quickly to shop needs.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs and projects.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Additional Information

Pay range: $78,800.00 to $131,200.00. 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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No.

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 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.