GE Appliances, a Haier company · 4 months ago
Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expGE Appliances, a Haier company, is the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., dedicated to creating innovative solutions. As a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, you will lead the design and integration of industrial control systems for metal stamping presses, ensuring safety and productivity while mentoring engineering teams.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Lead Control System Design: Specify and engineer sophisticated control systems for metal stamping presses and related equipment—meeting specifications, budgets, and safety standards
Own the Technology: Architect, program, and implement PLCs, HMIs, and network configurations—primarily using Rockwell Automation products, with flexibility to integrate Siemens solutions
Drive Process Excellence: Partner with cross-functional teams to refine manufacturing processes and ensure alignment with industry best practices
Innovate & Improve: Analyze system performance, recommend improvements, and implement cutting-edge automation and robotics technologies
Champion Safety: Conduct machine safety risk assessments and ensure compliance with ANSI, NFPA, and ISO standards
Mentor & Lead: Provide technical leadership, troubleshoot complex issues, and guide engineering teams to deliver projects on time and at the highest quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in industrial control system design and implementation, with specific expertise in metal stamping applications and automated manufacturing equipment
Proven proficiency in Rockwell Automation and Siemens platforms, including PLC programming, HMI development, and network configurations
Strong understanding of machine safety standards (e.g., ANSI/RIA R15.06, NFPA 79, ISO 13849) and the ability to apply them to system design
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, adapting to dynamic project demands
Proven track record of leading complex projects and delivering results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Solid communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences
Willingness to travel as required, typically ~25%
Preferred
BS/MS degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience with assembly line design, automation and customized fabrication equipment and manufacturing processes
Hands-on experience in designing and operation of multiple axis automation equipment and/ or robots
Prior NPI program experience
Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Project (or equivalent)
Company
GE Appliances, a Haier company
At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make good things, for life. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, we are a leading U.S.
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