Lead Laser & Machine Learning Engineer

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

As an Advanced Manufacturing and Repair Technology (AMRT) Machining and Technologies Engineer, you will lead the development and industrialization of machining processes, technologies, and equipment for a diverse range of industrial gas turbine components.

Your responsibilities will include collaborating with global and cross-functional teams to advance innovative machining solutions within the Gas Power supply chain, supporting both new production and serviced hardware.

This position offers the opportunity to drive impactful improvements that contribute to both immediate and long-term business objectives for GE Vernova and its global partners.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Lead the development and global industrialization of new machining processes and technologies that will be utilized in multiple global service centers with a primary focus on laser ablation & vision/machine learning.
• Generate, test and implement new CNC programs utilizing NX-CAM or other software for a variety of CNC machine types & controls.
• Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment to meet business priorities
• Develop new manufacturing techniques and industrialize cutting edge technologies
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks
• Drive Process Improvement / Cycle Reduction initiatives and drive productivity improvements via process changes or improvements.
• Maintain schedules for the project deliverables & communicate progress to all levels of the organization.
• Ensure processes contribute to a safe work environment.
• Identify and reduce product quality issues caused by product &/or process variation.
• Mentor & provide technical guidance for engineers and specialist in the execution of design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering practices and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Utilize lean-manufacturing values and participate in action workouts to improve process capability, reduce overall costs, and increase capacity.
• Outline resource planning needs to meet prioritized needs across global service centers.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization while adopting our GE VERNOVA SQDC Principals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 5 years of CNC experience {OR} an associates degree with a minimum of 8 years of CNC experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of laser programming experience
• 5+ years of CAD/CAM skills and proven ability to translate 3D models into tool movement and machine movement that achieves design goals

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk for up to 6 hours per day
• Willingness and ability to travel to domestic and/or international shops; 15-20%

Desired Characteristics:

• Comprehensive expertise in laser optics, including beam path design, system configuration, and testing applications
• Machine installation and maintenance experience
• Experience w/ PMAC IDE, PLC programming &/or automation applications
• Experience creating & running off multi-axis programs
• Experience programming EDMs
• Strong understanding of G & M-codes along w/ conversational programming
• Experience in manufacturing and/or component repair for Industrial gas turbine, steam turbines, generators, or Aero engines
• Working knowledge of machining technology and the cross functional engineering team
• Able to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers
• Knowledge of special processes, such as brazing, welding, chemical cleaning, coating, and tooling design and manufacturing
• Prior exposure to and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications

Benefits Available to You

GE 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 compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. 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 invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

About GE Gas Power part of GE VERNOVA

Gas Power engineer's cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world's electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders, and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.

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 compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. 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.

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is: $98,400.00 - $164,000.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, geographic location, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% annual performance bonus. This position will stay open on the career website until at least Sept 13th. 2025. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%,120% or 130% of salary in certain areas of the USA.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE, 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.

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

Client-provided location(s): Greenville, SC

Job ID: GE_Vernova-1289380831

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-31T18:30:22