Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd Shift

GE-Vernova-; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

12 paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Generator Final Assembly 2nd Shift Manufacturing Engineer to support the off-shifts with technical problem solving. The role requires self-motivation, clear communication across shifts, and the ability to work without face-to-face interaction.

Responsibilities include developing work instructions, tooling maintenance planning, and documenting build processes. Onsite 2nd shift; potential 3rd shift support may occur.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field with 2 years manufacturing leadership experience OR
• 2-year technical degree with 6+ years manufacturing leadership/technical experience OR
• HS diploma/GED with 8+ years manufacturing leadership/technical experience OR
• 6 years military experience in a technical/relatable role

Responsibilities

• Create and update work instructions.
• Purchase and plan maintenance of shop tooling.
• Analyze part drawings and technical process specifications.
• Create shop build documentation.
• Communicate technical processes with salary and hourly employees.

Skills

2nd Shift availability

Manufacturing leadership

Technical communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS Engineering or related field

2-year Technical Degree with 6+ years experience

High School Diploma / GED with 8+ years

6 years military technical experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Generator Final Assembly 2nd Shift Manufacturing Engineer will support the off-shifts by working to solve the team’s technical problems. This individual must be a self-starter, able to work through complex technical issues, and able to communicate well across all three shifts without face-to-face interaction.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manufacturing engineering tasks - primarily tactical responsibilities
  • Creating & updating work instructions
  • Purchasing of & planning maintenance of shop tooling
  • Analyzing part drawings and technical process specifications
  • Creating shop build documentation
  • Communicating technical processes with salary & hourly employees

• Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline to execute policy/strategy. May include support roles with specialized technical field of knowledge; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills.
• Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
• May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework. Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures. Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
• A job at this level requires good interpersonal skills and may be required to lead a junior team.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work 2nd Shift (3-11pm)
• Bachelor's of Science in Engineering or related field from an accredited university/college with 2 years of experience in manufacturing leadership
• OR a 2 year Technical Degree with minimum 6 years’ experience in a manufacturing leadership or technical role
• OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 8 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership or technical role
• OR 6 years of military experience in a technical or relatable 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 Vernova factory in Schenectady, NY
• This position will mainly support the 2nd shift team (3pm-11pm) but may also be asked to support 3rd shift operations (11pm-7am)

Desired Characteristics

• Manufacturing experience or internship in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Technical aptitude in an engineering discipline.
• Experience with tooling design and/or process improvement.
• Ability to present clearly to manufacturing operators and leadership.
• Experience in writing standard operating procedures.
• Ability to document, plan and execute programs.

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

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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 $76,300.00 and $114,400.00. 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 September 21, 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.