Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

haier; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, seeks a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead capital equipment and process projects for high-volume dishwasher production in Louisville, KY. You will collaborate across engineering, operations, and suppliers to ensure manufacturing readiness and robust, safe solutions.

The role emphasizes DFMA, OEE optimization, and cross-functional leadership, with a focus on quality, safety, and productivity improvements across manufacturing lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment and production processes.
• Experience leading capital equipment procurement, installation, qualification, and launch.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital equipment and tooling projects from concept through specification, supplier selection, design review, installation, qualification, and launch.
• Develop and improve assembly and metal fabrication processes to support safety, quality, throughput, and labor efficiency goals.
• Partner with product engineering to ensure DFMA principles are incorporated into product and process design.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, EHS, quality, and industrial engineering teams to implement robust, safe, and efficient manufacturing solutions.
• Drive equipment reliability and process robustness to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Train operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelors in mechanical or industrial engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo or SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities .

Interested in joining us on our journey?

We are seeking a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to support high-volume dishwasher manufacturing within the appliance industry. This role is responsible for leading capital equipment and manufacturing process projects that support new product introductions, cost reduction, safety, quality, and plant performance improvements. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on manufacturing experience, strong project execution skills, and the ability to work effectively across engineering, operations, suppliers, and plant teams.

Position

Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

• Lead capital equipment and tooling projects from concept through specification, supplier selection, design review, installation, qualification, and launch.
• Develop and improve assembly and metal fabrication processes to support safety, quality, throughput, and labor efficiency goals.
• Partner with product engineering to ensure Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles are incorporated into product and process design.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, EHS, quality, and industrial engineering teams to implement robust, safe, and efficient manufacturing solutions.
• Design manufacturing equipment and workstations with consideration for ergonomics, material flow, model mix, line balancing, standard work, and in-line quality.
• Support new product introductions by ensuring manufacturing readiness, process capability, and successful integration into the production environment.
• Work with automation and robotics engineers and external suppliers to develop cost-effective automation solutions.
• Drive equipment reliability and process robustness to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including control plans, work instructions, and process standards.
• Train operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance.
• Provide technical leadership and clear program updates to cross-functional teams and plant leadership.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and support the development of standard methodologies across manufacturing engineering activities.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, process engineering, or equipment engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, tooling, and production processes in a plant environment.
• Experience leading capital equipment procurement, installation, qualification, and launch.
• Experience working in cross-functional manufacturing environments with operations, maintenance, quality, sourcing, and engineering teams.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to make decisions, take ownership, and drive complex projects to completion.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing, preferably in appliance, automotive, or consumer durable goods industries.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), product launches, or major manufacturing transitions.
• Experience with assembly equipment, conveyance systems, and workstation design for high-volume operations.
• Experience with automation, robotics, or semi-automated manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of metal fabrication, assembly processes, material presentation, and factory layout development.
• Familiarity with GD&T, DFMA, TPM, OEE, control plans, and process documentation.
• Experience driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively in large cross-functional teams and at multiple levels of the organization, including salaried employees and shop floor operators / skilled trades.
• Prior experience with Creo or SolidWorks or equivalent tools.

Additional Information

Travel may be required to support suppliers, equipment reviews, and implementation activities.

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