Process Engineering Co-op: Nontraditional Machining & ECM

GE Vernova, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Housing Allowance

Retirement plan (401k)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GE Vernova's METEM team offers a part-time Fall/Winter 2026 co-op focused on process engineering for non-traditional machining of gas turbine components. You will apply chemical and mechanical engineering principles to stabilize and optimize ECM, EDM, and FHD processes, gaining hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.

You will work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize parameters, document procedures, and analyze data using Lean Six Sigma methods.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering discipline.
• Majors: Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Material Science, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (unrounded).

Responsibilities

• Technical Troubleshooting: work with complex process equipment to identify and resolve issues affecting quality or performance.
• Parameter Optimization: develop process knowledge to improve key parameters and reduce cycle times.
• Process Documentation: maintain and improve standards, codes, and procedures for stable production.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: partner with manufacturing and quality to implement changes and drive productivity savings.
• Data Analysis: use data and Lean Six Sigma to assess performance and lead small projects.

Skills

Technical curiosity

Hands-on lab experience

Analytical skills

Clear communication

Education

Engineering student (undergrad/grad)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

The Energy to Change the World

GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. At GE Vernova, we are working to solve the world’s most pressing challenge—the energy transition. Our Gas Power business provides more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today while building the energy technologies of the future.

What impact you will make:

As a Process Engineering Co-op within the METEM team, you will be an active contributor to the technical processes used to manufacture critical components for the world’s most efficient gas turbines. You will apply engineering principles to stabilize and optimize non-traditional machining methods, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of precision and quality.

Depending on your background and skillset, you will support the technical development of the following areas: * Electrochemical Machining (ECM): Applying Engineering and Chemistry skills in specialized industrial electrochemistry applications, providing a foundation for future growth in battery and fuel cell manufacturing. * Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) & Fast Hole Drilling (FHD): Gaining experience in non-traditional machining technologies to support turbine nozzles and buckets.

What you will do:

• Technical Troubleshooting: Work with complex, chemical and mechanical process equipment to identify and resolve issues that cause variation in part quality or process performance.

• Parameter Optimization: Build intimate process knowledge to evaluate and identify areas for improvement in key process parameters to enhance performance and reduce cycle times.

• Process Documentation: Enhance and maintain technical knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures to ensure stable, repeatable, and safe production.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with manufacturing and quality teams to implement technical changes and drive direct material productivity savings.

• Data Analysis: Use engineering data and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to evaluate process performance and lead small-scale projects to implement technical improvements.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications):

• Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering discipline.

• Accepted Majors: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.

• Must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (without rounding).

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong technical interest in manufacturing technology and non-traditional machining.

• Laboratory or hands-on experience with mechanical or chemical systems.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on technical data.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative shop environment.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Internship Term: Fall/Winter 2026 (Target Start: November 16, 2026; Target End: May 14, 2027).

• Work Schedule: Part-time, up to 20 hours per week.

• Authorization: This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

• Pay Range: $21.00/hour – $34.00/hour (Based on years of undergraduate/graduate field of study completed).

Benefits Available to You:

• Relocation Assistance: Reimbursement for reasonable expenditures for employees with a permanent address >50 miles from the work location.

• Housing Allowance: Weekly allowance to help off-set living expenses for eligible students.

• Retirement: Access to the GE Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after 90 days of service.

• Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

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.

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 anEqual 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 only:This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 19, 2026.U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.Candidates should be aware that this role involves a client's critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies, solely for recruitment and security purposes.