Global Process Engineering Authority - Reliability & Maintenance

Job Description Summary

The Global Process Engineering Authority (GPEA) will work closely with the Global Process Engineering Leader (GPEL) for the Gas Value Stream, primary focus area will be developing and deploying global standards that improve the reliability, availability, and performance of GE Vernova's manufacturing equipment and maintenance processes. They will analyze failure data, develop maintenance strategies, and work cross-functionally to implement proactive measures that reduce downtime and increase efficiency. This person will also be responsible for cost reduction through standardization of equipment and processes, establishing standards, and ensuring adherence to these standards. They will also be a focal point for new technology introductions, asset transfers, new process introductions, and strategic P&E investments; inclusive of lead time, technology selection and recommendations for fixturing, process, control plans, and qualifications of manufacturing assets. The GPEA will coach and influence a dotted-line organization, comprised of factory technical leads across the supply chain. Critical to the role is leveraging analytical skills, the lean methodology and the guiding principle of creating process standards for equipment ("One Product One Process") to drive SQDC in line with business and functional objectives. The candidate chosen for this position will acquire strong technical knowledge and extensive exposure to manufacturing, engineering, quality, and safe process development. The selected candidate plays a key role in the value stream, and in building a culture of inclusion and respect for people as well as continuous improvement.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Define, control, communicate Global maintenance processes for manufacturing assets, including : facility integration, acceptance testing, machine health checks & calibrations, preventative maintenance plans, spare parts strategy, technical & technology training.
• Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new equipment. Including EHS, Manufacturing Engineers, Engineering, Quality, Materials, Industrialization, Materials, and Sourcing.
• Develop and implement reliability improvement strategies using industry best practices such as RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance), FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Monitor and analyze equipment performance and failure data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, engineering, and safety teams to design and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for equipment reliability, and track progress against targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing equipment downtime and maintenance costs.
• Lead investigations into equipment failures and chronic issues, identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions.
• Provide technical support for asset management, including equipment life cycle analysis and spare parts optimization.
• Participate in the design and installation of new equipment, ensuring reliability is considered from the outset (Design for Reliability).
• Apply specialized knowledge within the reliability and maintenance function. Influencing the development of strategy, including control of resources and influencing policy formulation.
• Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services. Stays informed of industry trends that may inform work.
• Use high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems in areas of operational, product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering. Has ability to assess quality of information given and ask pertinent questions to stakeholders. Able to offer new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and is able to construct and provide recommendations. Uses multiple internal and some external sources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision.
• Lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity. Communicates difficult concepts and may influence others' options on particular topics. May guide others to consider a different point of view.

• Co-lead the implementation of manufacturing systems that support Next Generation Supply Chain migration globally across the Gas Turbine Value Stream. These systems, for example, will include Vimana (usage-based maintenance / condition-based maintenance / autonomous machine learning) and Leading to Lean (maintenance, dispatch, and asset monitoring).
• Engage design for SixSigma methodology (DFSS), including, measuring existing machine capability, analyzing process requirements, and developing a strategy to maintain / improve process yield.
• Deploy lean principles, including, Transformation Planning, 3P (Production Preparation Process), Total Productive Maintenance, Standard Work, Kaizen, Problem Solving, and Poka Yoke.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college with a minimum of 10 years of industrial experience in reliability and maintenance of manufacturing assets (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 15 years of industrial experience in reliability and maintenance of manufacturing assets).
• Strong knowledge of reliability engineering tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, RCA, Weibull analysis, MTBF/MTTR).
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts and maintenance repair methods
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, drawings, and schematics
• Experience with Maintenance Management Systems
• Project Management skills and experience
• Inclusive CNC/PLC programming, understanding Turbine production processes, technology standards, and equipment selection.
• Direct leadership experience of both professional and production employees.

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) professional
• Managed a cost center or P&L with a solid understanding of operational metrics
• Ability to coach and influence others and lead small teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate and manage several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Deep manufacturing technical expertise
• Has comprehensive knowledge of underlying principles, approaches, and methodology