Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Control Systems

GE Appliances; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances in Louisville, KY is seeking a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design and integration of control systems for metal stamping presses and related equipment. You will architect PLC/ HMI solutions, work with Rockwell and Siemens platforms, and guide cross-functional teams to improve safety and productivity.

The role emphasizes leadership, complex project delivery, and the application of industry standards to maintain peak manufacturing performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial control system design.
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation and Siemens platforms.
• Knowledge of ANSI/NFPA/ISO safety standards.
• Willingness to travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead control system design for metal stamping presses and related equipment.
• Architect, program, and implement PLCs, HMIs, and networks.
• Drive process excellence with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor and lead engineering teams to deliver projects on time and at high quality.
• Ensure safety compliance and risk assessments.

Skills

Control systems design

PLC programming

HMI development

Rockwell Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Siemens

Job description

GE Appliances in Louisville, KY is seeking a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design and integration of control systems for metal stamping presses and related equipment. You will architect PLC/ HMI solutions, work with Rockwell and Siemens platforms, and guide cross-functional teams to improve safety and productivity.

The role emphasizes leadership, complex project delivery, and the application of industry standards to maintain peak manufacturing performance.