Lead Machining Manufacturing Project & Process Engineer

Job Description Summary

Process Engineering position associated with the manufacturing processes of Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) parts for aircraft engines in a production environment.

Will lead & focus on improvement projects and shop floor support for a product line in an assigned area. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning / execution.

The role will have autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.

Self-directed judgment and drive will be required.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Perform all related tasks for Tollgate, MRL & PRR NPI development.
• Plan, support and execute APQP requirements
• Create, propose & control project cost (budgets)
• Define and control production processes including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment during trials, etc
• Improve all aspects of Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost
• Lead improvement projects from concept to completion & assure sustainment
• Collaborate with design engineering, operations, and quality to improve manufacturability and resolve issues
• Drive & lead / cycle time improvements
• Lead & support Low Rate and Full Rate Production
• Design & implement necessary equipment, tooling & fixtures for manufacturing development and process improvements
• Create, maintain & adhere to schedules to achieve business metrics / targets
• Apply in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline
• Participate & Lead Root Cause & Corrective Action activity related to concerns that arise during the manufacturing process
• Listen to the voice on the floor, understand the problem and implement effective countermeasures & assure sustainability
• DFM proposals to Design Engineering with supporting data, proposing solutions and see implemented
• Manage projects related to manufacturing process enhancement
• Hands on problem solving & investigation
• Continuous improvement mind set
• Work closely with shop floor personnel
• Time allocation : manufacturing floor (50%), office (50%)
• Limited remote working conditions
• Limited travel (equipment run off, supplier visits)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of manufacturing experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of CNC machining with production processes and equipment experience

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 9 years of experience) in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical / Manufacturing Technology.
• 510 years of CNC machining experience with Production Processes and Equipment
• Proven equipment procurement (scope creation thru installation sustainment period)
• Proven root cause & corrective action (problem solving) experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to document, plan and execute improvement activities
• Automotive manufacturing experience
• Cp / cpk / SPC experience
• Data driven decision making
• High ownership skills with ability to work with limited supervision
• Challenge the status quo
• Grinding experience
• PLC experience (Allen Bradley)
• Automation & robotics (Fanuc) experience
• Humble : respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent : shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused : quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability : strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver : analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.

e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Job Description

Compensation Grade

LPB1

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 offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunities 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 will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided : Yes