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Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

GE Vernova

Greenville, CAJob$82–137K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$82–137K/yr
Location
Greenville, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

GE Vernova seeks a Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for its Combustion Components team. The role focuses on developing, qualifying, industrializing, and improving manufacturing processes for combustion components, bringing new designs into production, and supporting capacity expansion. The engineer collaborates across design, materials, quality, and supply chain, while providing supplier support and applying process innovation and data analytics. Preferred experience includes gas turbines, combustion components, and regulated manufacturing environments.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Manufacturing Process Qualification, nice to haveManufacturing Process Industrialization, nice to haveMetal Stamping, requiredWelding, requiredCNC Machining, requiredThermal Barrier Coatings, requiredBrazing, requiredAdditive Manufacturing, required8D, requiredRoot Cause Analysis, requiredDMAIC, requiredCAD/CAM, requiredNX, requiredCreo, requiredData Analysis, requiredMinitab, requiredExcel, requiredCombustion Component Manufacturing, nice to haveGas Turbine Manufacturing, nice to haveRepair, nice to haveRegulated Manufacturing, nice to haveEHS, nice to haveQuality, nice to haveSix Sigma, nice to haveLean Manufacturing, nice to haveDesign for Manufacturability, nice to haveCross-Functional Leadership, nice to haveProject Management, nice to havePrioritization, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials Science or Related, required3+ Years Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering Experience, required

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is seeking a skilled Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) to join the Combustion Components team. This mid-level role focuses on the development, qualification/industrialization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for Combustion components. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally to bring new designs to production, enhance existing manufacturing processes, and lead qualifications to support capacity expansion.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Lead and support qualification and industrialization for Combustion components including fuel nozzles, caps, liners, TPs, unibodies.

Interface with design engineering, materials engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure manufacturability and producibility of new and existing components.

Develop and validate process documentation (work instructions, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans).

Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts related to manufacturing non-conformances and quality escapes.

Drive cost reduction, yield improvement, and cycle time optimization through lean manufacturing techniques and process innovation.

Provide technical support to internal and external suppliers, ensuring process capability and compliance with GE standards.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering Change initiatives from a manufacturing perspective.

Utilize digital tools and data analytics to monitor process performance and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline.

3–6 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role, preferably in aerospace, gas turbines, and additive or high-temperature metal components.

Working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as metal stamping, welding, CNC machining, thermal barrier coatings, brazing, and additive manufacturing.

Experience with problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, RCA, DMAIC). Proficient with CAD/CAM tools (e.g., NX, Creo) and data analysis software (e.g., Minitab, Excel).

Desired Characteristics

Experience with Combustion component manufacturing or repair in gas turbine applications

Familiarity with welding, brazing, coating processes

Experience working in a regulated environment with a strong focus on EHS and quality

Exposure to Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com) (https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/our-culture)

  • Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. 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. We've 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: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

About GE Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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 October 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.

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.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,337 open Manufacturing Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$82–137K/yr
  • California median$115–172K/yr840 salary ranges
  • US median$95–141K/yr3,117 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $109K, is 23% below the California median midpoint ($143K) — in the lowest quarter of Manufacturing Engineer salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 983 open Manufacturing Engineer jobs in California and 5,337 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Manufacturing Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (4,225 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 2,931 of the 5,337 open Manufacturing Engineer jobs (55%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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