Manufacturing Engineering and Industrialization Leader

Job Description Summary

Job Description

GE Vernova is helping change the world. Will you be part of the global energy transition?

Our team of approximately 80,000 employees keeps the lights on for people around the world. We've installed ~7,000 gas turbines for customers operating in over 100 countries, powering more than a third of the world to deliver brighter cities, stronger economies, and a better-connected world.

The Manufacturing Engineering and Industrialization Leader will lead a strategic engineering team taking Gas & Steam Turbine Rotor/Stator Component (from precision 5-axis blade manufacturing to 50T rotor shafts) manufacturing processes from concept to operational stability utilizing standard lean manufacturing principles for the factory. In this role, you will collaborate across multiple organizations including safety, operations, quality, and engineering to take designs and process improvements into production with a hands-on team focusing on delivering full production-ready processes. The Industrialization team will provide technical support and implement solutions for the Bangor Plant to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost as well as lead product New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts.

Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You'll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.

What You'll Do:

• Define manufacturing engineering strategy for the Bangor Plant
• Own the development area for product and process implementation
• Hire and develop talent with expertise ranging across traditional/non-traditional machining, inspection/metrology, hardware/software controls, and NDT including direct people management of over 20 professional employees
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of traditional/non-traditional machining and CNC equipment, analytical thinking, and technical experience to execute policy/strategy and Roadmap initiatives
• Focal point for new product introductions, part and technology transfers, new process introductions, and strategic investments; inclusive of lead time, technology selection, tooling, fixturing, programming, quality plan, and acceptance of initial production sets
• Manage project timelines to meet customer needs with a strong focus on safety, process capability, and qualifications
• Create, standardize, and optimize manufacturing processes
• Lead productivity efforts across the site for cost competitiveness
• Incorporate lean manufacturing principles into process development
• Utilize kaizen activities for continuous improvement and collaborate with Advanced Manufacturing team on breakthrough initiatives
• Partner cross-functionally to align priorities and drive greatest customer outcomes while maximizing business results
• Work with customers, functional leaders, and internal staff to meet organizational requirements.
• Work cross-functionally to resolve technical challenges, implement large impactful simplification efforts, and drive product cost.
• Provide ongoing feedback to team members, build trusting relationships and be a motivator for positive change and growth.
• Ensure communication of key business / customer issues to employees
• Interface with other organizations and vendors to assure requirements are met on time.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Leadership experience
• A minimum 8 years of in Production Process and Equipment experience

Additional:

• Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position is an on-site role at our GE Gas Power Bangor, ME location.
• Relocation assistance only considered from within the USA.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering / Technical Discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional environment and effectively interface with all levels of the organization and customers.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify critical issues.
• Strong propensity for excelling in a demanding environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Able to adapt to ever changing priorities.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Resourceful, proactive, assertive, detail oriented, energetic, with flexible attitude.
• Ability to support multiple projects and balance conflicting needs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Lean Manufacturing Experience.

The base pay range for this position is $122,600 - $140,000 per year.

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 15% performance bonus.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This position will stay open on the career website until at least 4/28/25.

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 & 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. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

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.

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: Yes