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Job Description

The Global Process Engineering Authority (GPEA) will work closely with the Global Process Engineering Leader (GPEL) for the Generator Value Stream the primary focus area will be developing and deploying global standards that improve the reliability availability and performance of GE Vernovas manufacturing equipment and maintenance processes. They will analyze data and work cross-functionally to implement proactive measures that improve generator processes. This person will also be responsible for cost reduction through standardization of equipment and processes establishing standards and ensuring adherence to these standards. They will also be a focal point for new technology introductions asset transfers new process introductions; inclusive of lead time technology selection and recommendations for fixturing process control plans and qualifications of manufacturing assets. The GPEA will coach and influence a dotted-line organization comprised of factory technical leads across the supply chain. Critical to the role is leveraging analytical skills the lean methodology and the guiding principle of creating process standards for equipment (One Product One Process) to drive SQDC in line with business and functional objectives. The candidate chosen for this position will acquire strong technical knowledge and extensive exposure to manufacturing engineering quality and safe process development. The selected candidate plays a key role in the value stream and in building a culture of inclusion and respect for people as well as continuous improvement.

What youll do

• Define control communicate global processes for manufacturing assets including: facility integration acceptance testing machine health checks & calibrations preventative maintenance plans spare parts strategy technical & technology training.
• Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new processes. Including EHS Manufacturing Engineers Engineering Quality Materials Industrialization Materials and Sourcing.
• Develop and implement reliability improvement strategies using industry best practices such as FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Collaborate with maintenance operations engineering and safety teams to design and implement preventive and predictive programs.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for equipment reliability and track progress against targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing equipment downtime and improve quality processes.
• Lead investigations into failures and chronic issues identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions.
• Provide technical support for asset management including equipment life cycle analysis and spare parts optimization.
• Participate in the design and installation of new equipment and implementation of processes ensuring reliability is considered from the outset (Design for Reliability).
• Requires specialized knowledge within the function. Influence the development of strategy for the area of responsibility including control of resources and influences policy formulation.
• Interprets internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products processes or services. Stays informed of industry trends that may inform work.
• Uses high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems in areas of operational product management manufacturing technology or engineering. Has ability to assess quality of information given and ask pertinent questions to stakeholders. Able to offer new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and is able to construct and provide recommendations. Uses multiple internal and some external sources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision.
• Will lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements risk and/or complexity. Communicates difficult concepts and may influence others options on particular topics. May guide others to consider a different point of view.

Additional Requirements

• Co-lead the implementation of manufacturing systems that support Next Generation Supply Chain migration globally across the Generator Value Stream.
• Engage design for SixSigma methodology (DFSS) including measuring existing machine capability analyzing process requirements and developing a strategy to maintain / improve process yield.
• Deploy lean principles including Transformation Planning 3P (Production Preparation Process) Total Productive Maintenance Standard Work Kaizen Problem Solving and Poka Yoke.
• Travel Percentage: 25%

What youll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university or college with major industrial experience in manufacturing or quality
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts and quality processes
• Ability to interpret blueprints specifications drawings and schematics
• Project Management skills and experience

What will make you stand out

• Managed a cost center or P&L with a solid understanding of operational metrics
• Direct leadership experience of both professional and production employees.
• Ability to coach and influence others and lead small teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate and manage several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Deep manufacturing technical expertise
• Has comprehensive knowledge of underlying principles approaches and methodology

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that order to meet this mission we provide varied competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture GE Vernova ()

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. Weve created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova we believe in the value of your unique identity background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: GE Gas Power

GE Gas Power engineers cleaner more accessible energy that people depend on powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the worlds electricity thanks to our talented people who make gas work for our customers stakeholders and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner more efficient power people depend on today.

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