Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer- Robotics

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances in Louisville, KY seeks a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer- Robotics to lead planning and implementation of advanced robotic and testing systems across manufacturing and test environments.

You will manage capital equipment projects, drive Lean and TPM improvements, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure equipment meets ANSI/ISO/EHS standards while delivering safe, reliable production support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree.
• 5+ years’ hands on experience in manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Experience with Lean process improvement in a manufacturing operation.
• Prior NPI program experience.
• Six Sigma Certification.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Scheduler (or equivalent) and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced manufacturing robotic electrical, instrumentation and test system expertise in planning for conceptualization, specification, development and implementation of right-sized manufacturing and test equipment.
• Manage robotic and control portions of capital equipment expenditures that support new product designs, factory capacity or efficiency additions, and quality improvement goals.
• Participate within Production Preparation Process (3P) in developing workstation, test equipment and processes.
• Utilize cross-functional groups to ensure instrumentation, equipment and processes are compatible with the value stream.
• Use data and statistics to characterize delivered test process capabilities in qualifying the release of test & manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Robotics

Manufacturing

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, CS, or related

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Scheduler

MS Office

Job description

Position

Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer- Robotics

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You’ll Create Possibilities

Technical Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced manufacturing robotic electrical, instrumentation and test system expertise in leading detailed and comprehensive planning for conceptualization, specification, development and implementation of right-sized manufacturing and test equipment.
• Responsibilities can extend across all areas of manufacturing and warehouse facilities.
• Manage robotic and control portions of capital equipment expenditures that support new product designs, factory capacity or efficiency additions, and quality improvement goals (typical project scope involves the development of specifications, supplier management, purchase, installation and qualification of the manufacturing test equipment).
• Participate within Production Preparation Process (3P) in developing workstation, test equipment and processes.
• Utilize cross-functional groups to ensure that the instrumentation, equipment and processes are compatible with the entire value stream. Efforts should include: right-sized equipment, workstation design, product presentation, standard work and single piece flow.
• Use data and statistics to characterize delivered test process capabilities in qualifying the release of test & manufacturing equipment.

Standards and Compliance

• Ensure all equipment executed in GEA factories comply with Industry (ANSI, ISO, NFPA, UL) and Governmental Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards.
• Utilize Human Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to ensure that all equipment and processes are implemented with the health and safety of the operators in mind.
• Develop mockups and prototypes to validate new designs and test for shop floor confirmation.
• Work with functional leaders to ensure test equipment & processes support business initiatives of Lean Manufacturing, Ergonomic Design and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

Cross-functional Work

• Work with factory operations and Lean teams to understand the Value Stream and how your projects impact this.
• Ensure material flow, workstation set up, model mix, etc. are considered when workstations / equipment are designed.
• Investigate new technologies and automation for appliance manufacturing and recommend applicable new technologies to quality and business leaders.
• Deliver guidance to cross-functional team members with regard to safety, performance and reliability testing systems.
• Utilize technical and project experience to add to the Advanced Manufacturing Industry 4.0 teams’ body of knowledge to drive continuous improvement throughout the organization and company.
• Work with design team to ensure Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) and Design for Testability (DFT) is considered on part design.
• Experience managing capital equipment procurement projects: Including specification development, supplier selection, technical reviews, installation and qualification of equipment
• Prior experience in a large scale manufacturing environment
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to work in large cross-functional teams and at multiple levels in the organization (both salaried and shop floor operators / skilled trades team members)
• Good communication skills – will be expected to provide program report outs to cross-functional team.
• Good organizational, project management and presentation skills to interact with all levels within the organization and with suppliers and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of cross-functional program deliverables and ability to drive decisions based on the overall benefit to the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree
• 5+ years’ hands on experience in manufacturing equipment and processes

Desired Characteristics

• GE Appliances program graduate (SCDP or AEDP) strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in large cross-functional teams and at multiple levels in the organization (both salaried and shop floor operators / skilled trades team members)
• Experience with implementing Lean process improvement in a manufacturing operation
• Prior NPI program experience
• Six Sigma Certification
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Scheduler (or equivalent) and AutoCAD

Working Conditions

• This position is primarily based in Louisville, KY, but requires travel to other locations as needed. The primary work schedule is the 1st shift; however, occasional support during weekends, 2nd, and 3rd shifts may be necessary.
• Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Work may involve lifting materials and products up to 30 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment.
• Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to, eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hard hats.
• These roles require frequent walking in a manufacturing plant environment.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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