Manufacturing Engineer - 1st Shift

GE Vernova, Inc.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

12 paid holidays

Permissive time off

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for its generator stack operations in Schenectady, NY. The role focuses on core stacking, process definition, tooling, and equipment control to enable efficient, safe manufacturing of generator components.

Responsibilities include validating designs for shop floor use, troubleshooting equipment, and leading improvement projects with a lean mindset. This is a 1st shift, on-site position requiring US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university/college OR high school diploma with at least 4 years of technical manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work 1st Shift (7:30am-3:30pm).
• Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Act as a manufacturing expert for Core Stacking Operations in GE Vernova's Generator manufacturing operation in Schenectady, NY.
• Define and control production processes, including tooling and equipment used in core stacking.
• Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new tools or equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Develop manufacturing methods, schedules, and documentation for improvements.

Skills

Core stacking

Manufacturing engineering

Lean

Project management

Troubleshooting

Process definition

Documentation

Training

Continuous improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Mechanical equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will primarily focus on the manufacturing processes within generator manufacturing, specifically the stacking of the core. The ME would be responsible for departmental operations within the Generator Stack Pit, including the planning/execution of generator components. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Act as a manufacturing expert for Core Stacking Operations in GE Vernova's Generator manufacturing operation in Schenectady NY.
• Define and control production processes; including tooling and equipment to be used in the core stacking process
• Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment and processes.
• Work with the shop to develop manufacturing methods, schedules, and documentation for improvements.
• Identify and execute projects to improve safety, quality, existing processes and lower cost within the shop
• Provide documentation and training to shop floor to ensure seamless new product or process execution
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and experience to execute policy/strategy
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Uses judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles.
• Uses technical experience and analytical thinking.
• Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Lead projects in manufacturing engineering, operations and lean.
• Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.
• Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues
• Apply lean methods to equipment and material handling designs to reduce waste throughout the production process

Required Qualifications

Ability to work 1st Shift (730am-330pm) Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited university / college OR high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 4 years manufacturing experience in a technical role

Eligibility Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future This position is 100% onsite at the GE factory in Schenectady, NY

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in an industrialized setting with large scale manufacturing and assembly operations
• Experience with mechanical equipment
• 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

Benefits

Available to You GE 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 help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. 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 invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development Inclusion & Diversity At GE, 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 Gas Power GE Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world’s electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.

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 November 09, 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