Lead Process Engineer
Yesterday• Wilmington, NC
Job Description Summary
Fokussierung auf Projekte/Prozessverbesserungen, um sicherzustellen, dass Prozesse und Produkte mit geeigneten Qualitätsmesssystemen gestaltet werden. Minimierung des Risikos von Qualitätsmängeln (z. B. Master Black Belt und Black Belt). Beeinflusst Projekte, Prozesse und Abläufe im eigenen Bereich.Die Rolle arbeitet mit einem gewissen Maß an Autonomie, konzentriert sich jedoch auf die Ausführung von Aktivitäten/die Bereitstellung von Beratung innerhalb einer befähigenden Disziplin, die durch standardmäßige funktionale Praktiken und Verfahren abgedeckt wird.Aktivitäten erfordern professionelles Urteilsvermögen, erfordern jedoch möglicherweise eine umfassendere Anleitung.
Job Description
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
- Embrace and promote a culture where work is performed with an overriding priority on safety, quality, delivery, and cost
- Own manufacturing process performance for assigned area(s), including process capability, stability, output, yield, and productivity
- Lead the implementation and sustainment of Built in Quality (BIQ) principles within assigned process areas
- Develop, standardize, and improve manufacturing processes, including process parameters, work methods, standard work, reaction plans, and control strategies
- Drive process discipline to ensure quality is built into the process rather than relying solely on downstream inspection
- Identify and implement opportunities for error-proofing, containment prevention, visual controls, layered process review support, and operator-guided quality controls
- Troubleshoot process-related issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and lead timely corrective actions
- Use data and structured problem-solving methods to identify root causes of variation, defects, scrap, rework, and downtime
- Lead and support continuous improvement projects focused on yield, first pass quality, cycle time, throughput, and process reliability
- Partner with Quality to ensure process controls are effective, corrective actions are sustained, and process changes are validated
- Partner with Manufacturing to drive practical, operator-centered solutions at the point of impact
- Support development and maintenance of process documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, control plans, FMEAs, standard work, and training materials
- Evaluate process performance using appropriate metrics and data analysis tools; establish actions to close performance gaps
- Support introduction of new products, new equipment, and process changes through process development, validation, qualification, and implementation
- Provide technical leadership during equipment selection, design reviews, installation, testing, and start-up as needed
- Coordinate cross-functional resources to execute process improvements and remove barriers to implementation
- Train and coach operations teams on process controls, standards, and BIQ expectations
- Lead from the floor with a hands-on approach to process confirmation, issue resolution, and sustainment of improvements
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience
Desired Characteristics
- Experience implementing or sustaining Built in Quality (BIQ), error-proofing, process controls, or defect prevention systems
- Strong understanding of manufacturing process engineering principles, including process capability, variation reduction, standard work, and control methods
- Experience with root cause analysis and structured problem solving methods such as 8D, 5 Why, A3, or similar
- Experience using Lean and/or Six Sigma tools to drive measurable improvements
- Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that reduce defects, scrap, rework, and downtime
- Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate trends into actionable process improvements
- Experience developing and improving process documentation such as SOPs, work instructions, PFMEAs, control plans, and reaction plans
- Ability to influence across Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering functions
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and technical leadership skills
- Hands-on, floor-focused approach to implementation and sustainment
- Experience supporting equipment/process validation, new process introduction, or industrialization is a plus
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Note:
To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.
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. 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
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $82,000.00 and $136,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 29, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Client-provided location(s): Wilmington, NC
Job ID: GE_Vernova-1090987822
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-04-30T18:31:36
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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