Manufacturing Engineer - Rotor Machining

GE Vernova; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to own Rotor Machining lines RM1/RM2, bridging industrialization and production. You will provide daily line support, troubleshoot issues, and lead long-term improvements to boost OEE, reduce cycle times, and enhance safety per Life Saving Rules.

You will mentor production machinists, collaborate with Operations, Quality and Industrialization, and manage line-level budgets and tooling initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year manufacturing engineering experience or related roles.
• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial engineering preferred; otherwise 5+ years manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Own RM1/RM2 line processes; provide first-line engineering support.
• Lead projects to improve OEE, cycle times, and cost.
• Mentor machinists on new processes and equipment.
• Coordinate with Operations, Quality, and Industrialization on budgets.

Skills

OEE analysis

SPC

Pareto analysis

Cross-functional influence

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

HS Diploma + 5+ years experience

Tools

Lean tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will serve as the primary process owner for the Rotor Machining (RM1/RM2) lean lines. You will bridge the gap between industrialization and full-scale production to ensure a smooth transition, before owning daily line support during production. This role is a dual-focus position: you will provide immediate technical troubleshooting (Type 1 & 2 issues) to maintain flow, while simultaneously driving long-term continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, cost-out, and safety.

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize line processes for RM1 and RM2 post-handover. Serve as the first line of engineering support for production, troubleshooting technical and process-related bottlenecks
• Proactively identify and execute projects to increase OEE, reduce cycle times, and optimize cost. Utilize Lean methodologies to drive visual management and improvements in-line with our Life Saving Rules
• Act as a technical mentor for production teams. Support the onboarding and training of machinists on new processes and equipment
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Industrialization to execute on line-level CAPEX, OPEX, and T&S (Tools & Supplies) budgets.
• Partner with outside vendors and tooling suppliers to drive technical improvements and achieve cost targets
• Champion a "Safety First" culture; ensure all process changes and improvements are improving our Life Saving Rules target conditions
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to work 1st Shift (7:30am-4:30pm)
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial preferred) from an accredited University or College; OR a High School Diploma/GED with at least 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality, lean, or equivalent roles

Desired Characteristics

• Direct experience with CNC machining, specifically related to heavy rotating equipment or gas turbine components
• Proven track record of using data (OEE, SPC, Pareto analysis) to drive root cause corrective actions
• Ability to navigate cross-functional environments and influence stakeholders without direct reporting authority
• Experience working in a fast-paced complex environment

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

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.

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.

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

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,