Job Description Summary

The Technical Leader for the Machining & Tooling will be responsible for the technical leadership of a global team of machining engineers and specialists to execute projects supporting GEV Gas Power organizations. The technical leader will be responsible for developing sound strategic plans to improve safety, quality, cycle, and cost to meet our obligations in customer fulfilment, Tx, and NPI execution. This person will lead project management of the Advanced Manufacturing and Repair Technology projects, supporting GEV machining and tooling technology, quality, and productivity initiatives. In this role you will coordinate with the various teams to drive the development and industrialization of new machining and tooling technologies in the Gas Power Supply Chain for new and serviced hardware. This role has the ability to effect short-term and long-term business goals.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the development and global industrialization of new machining and tooling technologies supporting multiple service and new make sites throughout the globe including NAM, Europe, and MEA.
• Support and provide guidance following the GEV Lean Principals and Tools
• Provide technical guidance for engineers and specialists in the execution of design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
• Recommend approaches to meet the technical and program requirements
• Outline resource planning needs to meet prioritized needs across new make and services locations.
• Formulate strategy and implement plans to achieve business goals and directives.
• Develop action plans to anticipate and respond to problems
• Provide technical leadership to other personnel; mentor others in the organization
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures and executed to meet customer needs
• Monitor and communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments
• Lead or participate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and/or tasks
• Participate and/or lead Kaizen activities targeting continuous improvement efforts

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university with 7+ years of machining and tooling technology experience OR 10 years of experience in machining and tooling technologies in development and application
• Willingness and ability to travel both domestic and international 15%

Desired Characteristics

• Experience leading a team.
• Advanced knowledge and practice of lean methodologies
• Working knowledge of machining technology and the engineering network.
• Knowledge of special processes, such as brazing, welding, chemical cleaning, coating, and manufacturing
• Additional experience in manufacturing and/or component repair for Industrial gas turbine, steam turbines, generators, or Aero engines
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers
• Communicates the business vision effectively in an open and consistent manner
• Encourages input from all members of the team
• Displays strong interpersonal skills - is accessible and approachable
• Anticipates customer needs and ensures that they are met
• Measures processes and performance through the customer's eyes
• Ability to energize teams through inclusiveness and connection with people
• Builds loyalty and commitment
• Understands business objectives and drives specific tasks required to meet the objectives

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