GE Vernova
Posted 3w ago

Lead Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Machining Process Development

GE Vernova
Greenville, South Carolina, United States
$82k-$137k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • developing processes
  • optimizing tooling
  • standardizing methods
Requirements
  • Bachelor's with 4+ years or HS with 8+ years in production/process and equipment
  • Experience with CNC machining process development
  • Strong communication
  • Problem-solving, and ability to work onsite and flexible/off-shift hours
  • U.S. person required for export-controlled access
Technical tools mentioned
NX-CAMFanucHaasOkumaBasaranRenishawVericutNX Post BuilderNX Post ConfiguratorHBMVTLwEDMsEDMVMCHMC

Job description

Job Description Summary

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

We operate with a founder’s mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.

What impact you’ll make

As a member of the Process Industrialization team, you will be an active contributor to create, maintain, and execute the standard in how to develop and industrialize manufacturing processes using a team-based approach. This role sits within the Process Industrialization team and will execute new manufacturing process development. The focus will be on testing and developing new, or improving upon existing, manufacturing process by utilizing a standard framework.

Job Description

What you’ll do

  • Execute manufacturing process development activities across CNC Machining (mill, turn, drill, grind, EDM, edge contour), coating applications, blending, and other applications as required, with primary focus on CNC Machining processes, including process definition, validation, optimization, and industrialization.
  • Utilize in-depth knowledge of technical disciplines, analytical thinking, and technical experience to execute policy/strategy and roadmap initiatives.
  • Execute hands-on development of new products and processes to enable a successful hand-off to the production team.
  • Define and optimize process parameters to improve safety, performance, quality, repeatability, and tool life.
  • Support selection and development of cutting tools, tooling strategies, and process conditions.
  • Drive tool performance improvement through process and tooling optimization.
  • Standardize and document manufacturing methods and process requirements.
  • Incorporate lean manufacturing principles into process development.
  • Use continuous improvement methods, including kaizen activities, to support team initiatives.
  • Partner with production teams to troubleshoot issues, solve problems, and improve processes.
  • This role is based on site in Greenville, SC.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with 4+ years of experience in Production Process and Equipment.

OR

  • High School Diploma/ GED with 8+ years of experience in Production Process and Equipment.
  • Ability and desire to work on site in a manufacturing environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven track record working in multi-group environments toward shared goals.
  • Ability to work off-shift or flexible schedule at times as required by project timelines.
  • 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.

What will make you stand out

  • Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Machine Tool Technology.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and improving manufacturing processes, with emphasis on CNC Machining process development.
  • Extraordinary attention to detail.
  • Experience machining high-temperature superalloys common in Heavy Duty Gas Turbine (HDGT) or aerospace sectors.
  • Track record of managing tight tolerances on large-format equipment.
  • Demonstrated examples of applying lean principles to process development.
  • Demonstrated proficiency programming multiple types of CNC machines (HBM, VTL, wEDM, sEDM, VMC, HMC, etc.).
  • Demonstrated proficiency programming CNC machines with NX-CAM.
  • Strong familiarity with multiple machine controls including Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Basaran.
  • Strong familiarity with Renishaw probing processes and routines.
  • Experience using Vericut (preferred) or other CNC verification/machine simulation software.
  • Knowledge of post-processor development and debugging, preferably NX Post Builder or NX Post Configurator.
  • Demonstrated proficiency interpreting drawing requirements and GD&T.
  • Strong problem solving and organizational skills with above average shop math skills in trigonometry and geometry.
  • Ability to drive innovation by implementing new ideas and screening new technologies to align with business objectives.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels of the organization, both verbally and through written communication.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Self-motivated, self-driven, and able to take ownership and make decisions.

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 $81,700.00 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 July 27, 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.

About GE Vernova

Designs and services technologies for global power generation and electrification.

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