Senior Program Engineer – OEM and Strategic Projects
Louisville, KY - USA
Job Summary
At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore discover and build good things together.
The GE Appliances philosophy backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work invent create do business and serve our communities:we come togetherwe always look for a better way andwe create possibilities.
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We are seeking a Senior Program Engineer to support the design development and execution of new water heater OEM program delivered in partnership with strategic customers and external partners. This role will coordinate product requirements engineering deliverables new-model setup bill-of-material release validation and manufacturing readiness from concept through production launch. The ideal candidate will combine a strong engineering background with effective program-execution skills. This individual will work closely with customers strategic partners engineering manufacturing sourcing quality product management and other cross-functional teams to ensure products meet technical cost quality and schedule objectives.Essential Responsibilities:
Support new product programs from initial requirements through design validation production readiness and launch.
Coordinate with customers and strategic partners to understand document and align product requirements specifications and acceptance criteria.
Translate customer requirements into clear engineering deliverables and product-development plans.
Coordinate the creation review and release of new models bills of material engineering drawings specifications and product documentation.
Ensure model configurations component selections and bills of material accurately reflect approved product requirements.
Work with design engineering and strategic partners to track technical deliverables open issues design changes and milestone completion.
Coordinate design decisions with manufacturing to ensure products are manufacturable cost effective and ready for production.
Support prototype builds engineering builds pilot runs validation testing certification activities and production launches.
Partner with manufacturing quality sourcing service product management and supply-chain teams to resolve program issues and maintain execution timing.
Develop and maintain program schedules action plans technical deliverables and risk-mitigation plans.
Lead regular cross-functional and partner program reviews to communicate status decisions risks and required actions.
Manage engineering changes and evaluate their impact on product requirements cost tooling validation manufacturing and launch timing.
Support supplier and component-development activities including technical reviews qualifications and issue resolution.
Identify program risks early and coordinate corrective actions with internal teams and external partners.
Support post-launch issue resolution and continuous improvement activities related to product design quality and manufacturing performance.
Maintain accurate program documentation and ensure decisions requirements and approvals are clearly recorded.
MinimumQualifications:
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering or a related technical field
5 years of experience in engineering product development or technical program execution
Experience supporting new products from requirements definition through production launch
Experience coordinating engineering activities with customers suppliers or strategic development partners
Experience creating reviewing or releasing bills of material engineering drawings specifications and model configurations
Strong understanding of engineering change control product lifecycle management and configuration management
Ability to translate customer and business requirements into actionable technical deliverables
Experience working with manufacturing and cross-functional teams to support design decisions and production readiness
Strong program planning organization communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities track detailed deliverables and drive timely issue resolution
Ability to influence internal and external teams without direct authority
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate engineering documentation
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in water heating HVAC appliances or another engineering-product industry
Experience with strategic partnerships customer-specific products white-label products or externally developed product platforms
Experience using product lifecycle management enterprise resource planning and CAD systems
Familiarity with stage-gate product-development processes and new product introduction
Experience supporting factory builds pilot production certification and launch-readiness reviews
Experience working with domestic or global manufacturing and supplier partners
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This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard valued and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging purpose and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce products and practices.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC