- Location
- Schenectady, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Lead
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Description Summary
The Field Wind Cell Technical Leader will have responsibility for new and repair field wind scope. TL will establish internal processes that safely ensure the production of high-quality products that meet compliance and project requirements for new unit and generator rotor repairs. Lead major capital improvement projects to prepare the field wind cell for increased volume. Lead the development and training of the next generation of MEs. Drive continuous improvement across the product lines by owning project timelines, improving cycle & cost, and resolving technical/process issues. Lead and effectively interface with hourly manufacturing and other support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, production, quality, and cost savings goals within schedule and budget.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Manage the installation and upgrade of new equipment including engineering, safety, installation and runoff. Initiate and lead capital equipment projects that support new product designs, factory capacity additions, and quality improvement goals.
Provide technical leadership to the field wind cell steering the cell directionally by developing process plans and tooling on upcoming work and communicating cross functionally with the machining cell for optimized part flow.
Train and develop next generation of salaried and hourly talent including training of manufacturing engineers.
Develop system service level of understanding of Braze, HiPot, Induction and Bake units.
Stay engaged with the current engineering and design of new generator rotor products supporting engineering and production tollgates.
Lead regular rhythm of process reviews with hourly winders geared towards one team approach to improve processes and eliminating work obstacles.
Train winders to execute successfully with quality results.
Support all technical aspects of new unit and service work.
Develop process workflow definition and timing (lean L1’s) to assist winding teams to better understand and plan the shop to hit COE level production goals.
Develop build books for new units and services jobs.
Help resolve daily technical issues promptly.
Develop training materials and planning in support of upcoming work.
Lead ME component of winder training and qualifications assigned.
Lead the development of EHS best practices for processes.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years extensive hands-on practical experience with GE Vernova new unit and service field repairs.
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a manufacturing engineer developing processes and tooling for GE Vernova new unit and service field repairs.
Demonstrated ability and history driving significant continuous improvement in tooling and processes on GE Vernova new unit and service field repairs.
Demonstrated ability for technical leadership in field wind.
Desired Characteristics
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline with 5 years generator rotor manufacturing experience or 15 years generator rotor manufacturing experience.
Electrical testing experience with extensive troubleshooting background.
Ability to read drawings and bill of materials.
Experience developing new winding tools and implementing new equipment.
Project management experience.
Good oral and written communication skills, and organization ability.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Self-motivated and able to meet deadlines.
Significant winding experience in both new units and repairs.
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: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $104,600.00 and $174,400.00. 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 August 03, 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.