Lead Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite - Wilmington, NC ...

Job Description SummaryLead Manufacturing engineer with responsibility sustaining, improving and supporting troubleshooting and maintenance and upkeep of automated equipment within the Fuel Component Operation. This will develop and deliver Tooling that are used to manufacture hardware for commercial nuclear power reactors. The Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of new products and technology with an emphasis in motion control to meet manufacturing needs and overcome complex technical challenges. This individual will ensure there are appropriate operating procedures, support operator and maintenance technician training material, create technical reports for the associated equipment, and drive improvement projects to mitigate the leading causes for lost productivity, or quality non-conformances.Job DescriptionEssential ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:Execute the design, and development for specialty tooling and equipment using sound engineering principles and adhering to engineering standards, practices, procedures, and product requirements.Develop tooling of medium to high complexity though Mechanical, Electrical, Software Programming and Motion Control design.Communicate technical detail to fabricators and technicians through the generation of fabrication drawings, specifications, and direct communication.Manage day-to-day operation of manufacturing equipment, other processes, and troubleshoot equipment issuesProvide guidance to operations teams on best practices for safe and efficient machine operationsPartner with operations teams to improve how equipment is ranSupport training of new operatorsGenerate operational instructions for newly developed tools and equipment.Provide feedback and technical input during design reviews and verifications.Interface with a broad, multi-disciplinary team.Lead implementation process improvement initiatives on managed equipment and processesSupport lean initiatives and preventative maintenance programsAct as subject matter expert of the assigned manufacturing processes to support maintenance and operations troubleshootingProcess monitoring to ensure equipment and process is within control and reliability and availability expectationsUpkeep of process and equipment documentation including operating procedures, maintenance guides, training material, technical reports, and functional test instructionsProvide operational oversight and training support for operators and maintenance of equipmentDrive process improvement projects in response to identified issues, and proactively as opportunities are identifiedSupport testing of equipment, processes, and controls to assure conformance to applicable regulations and quality requirementsSupport 24/7 manufacturing operation, including emergency response, and scheduled projectsOther relevant duties as assignedRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with five (5) years of experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer or equivalent on implementation, design, maintenance, or process improvement of mechanical equipment. At least two (2) of the those years in a production environmentORAssociates degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with seven (7) years of experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer or equivalent on implementation, design, maintenance, or process improvement of mechanical equipment. At least two (4) of the those years in a production environmentORHigh School Diploma or equivalent with ten (10) years of experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer on implementation, design, maintenance, or process improvement of mechanical equipment. At least two (5) of the those years in a production environmentEligibility RequirementsAbility to walk up and down stairs. Willingness and ability to support urgent machine issues on off hours.Willingness to work flexible hour meet business projects/initiatives.Must be 18 years or older and have legal authorization to work in the United States.GE 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). 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 employmentDesired CharacteristicsExperience with process and/or equipment documentation development and upkeepSolid understanding of the principles of Motion ControlExperience with the selection, use, and design of motion control components suitable to operate mechatronic devices.Experience with industrial equipment troubleshooting and maintenance supportExperience with improvement projects for automated industrial equipment or processesExperience resolving obsolescence issues or proactive obsolescence preventionExperience working in a regulated environmentExperience with GE (now Emerson) PLC'sExperience with Oracle databases and SQLExperience with motion control device selection, programming, troubleshooting and maintenanceExperience with computer programming (software)Experience with GE MkVIeExperience with PI Process HistorianExperience with GE (now Emerson) License ServerExperience with configuration/change managementExperience supporting 24/7 chemical/manufacturing processesAbility to develop creative solutions for complex, challenging issues.Ability to explain complex issues to a non-technical audience.Positive track record of experience resolving technical issues.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Strong written communication skills.Proven ability to influence others.US Pay transparency verbiage The salary range for this position is $95-120k. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. This position is expected to close on 8/26/2025.Available health and welfare benefits include healthcare, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; savings account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, salary continuance program benefits for disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement program, use of Cariloop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional personal legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.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 InformationGE 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: NoFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $91,700.00 and $152,700.00. 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 January 22, 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.

Created: 2026-04-02