Additive Process Engineer- Cores and Casting in Schenectady, New York

Job Description Summary

The Additive Process Engineer, also referred to as Process Owner, is responsible for consistent execution of major and critical additive manufacturing processes used in our ceramic production of the most advanced cores designed for GE Vernova gas turbines blades. The Process Engineer assures that executional variation of major processes are identified and controlled.

The Process Engineer will work onsite at our Investment Casting Foundry in Schenectady Cores and Castings where you will get to work with innovative technologies, additive technologies and ceramic manufacturing processes.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Safety: Assure that all equipment use for additive manufacturing is operating as designed, including all safety features. Assure operators are trained in all equipment safety features. Contribute to Management of Change, Safety Risk Assessments and LOTO on all new equipment.

• Equipment: Understanding how each piece of equipment use for additive manufacturing operates and the limitations of each. Establish process controls to reduce process excursions via data analysis. Perform engineering trials to evaluate process improvement and to implement fixtures/jigs/tooling. Responsible for the good functioning and standardization of processes.

• Quality: Define/update/revise work instructions and procedures required to assure operators perform tasks consistently. Perform periodic audits. Work with QA and Product Engineers to implement customer requirements. Develop PFMEA and MCP for process owned.

• Design: Responsible for all 3D Design and machine programming used for all our additive machines.

• Delivery: Daily monitoring of processes, drive, lead or participate in process improvement initiatives and/or problem-solving teams to maintain budgeted FPY. Participate in new part introduction teams as needed. Candidate will be also involved in the ceramic production process to support the process team in their delivery.

• Cost: Intensive participation in cost reduction effort and reduction of scrap via rigorous investigation and problem solving.

• Maintenance: Ensure PM are done on time for the equipment owned and help with the diagnostic of machine failure. Lead maintenance initiatives to reach budgeted OA.

• People: Daily interface with manufacturing, management, and product team. Establish operator skill levels to assure depth and breadth of skills. Create a skills assessment tool.

• This position involves a “hands-on” approach with consistent presence on the production floor, during Genba walks and a daily check-in with operators, maintenance, and leaders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technical field/related area or equivalent to 5 years of related work experience.

• Minimum of 2 years in manufacturing operations/production.

Eligibility Requirements

• This position is 100% onsite at the GE Schenectady plant and 1st shift. This position involves a consistent presence on the production floor with a daily check-in with operators, maintenance and leaders.

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.

• Relocation assistance considered only within the USA.

Desired Characteristics

• 2+ years of experience with new product design and processing of ceramic core production for investment castings.

• 1+ year of experience in process control.

• Demonstrated track record of success in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, and highly competitive environment.

• Personality and drive to execute in challenging and fulfilling manufacturing environment that operates under tight timelines and aggressive schedules.

• Demonstrated written and interpersonal communication skills and ability to convey concepts within all levels of our organization.

• Strong academic foundation coupled with hands on experience.

• Experience with statistical and process improvement tools: 6-sigma, Minitab, SPC etc.

• Demonstrated capability to handle multiple tasks or projects and to develop/lead an action plan.

• Demonstrated ability to lead projects.

Pay Transparency

The base pay range for this position is $81,700.00 – $109,200.00 USD Annual. 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 10 % variable incentive compensation.

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

This posting is expected to close on Jan. 24, 2024 or when suitable candidate identified.

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) (https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/our-culture)

• 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.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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

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.