GE Vernova · 1 month ago
Lead Process Engineer – STEM (Electrochemical Machining)
Parsippany
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$98K/yr - $164K/yr
6+ years expGE Vernova is accelerating the path to a reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future. As the Lead Process Engineer for Shaped Tube Electrolytic Machining, you will be responsible for leading process optimization and ensuring safe, high-yield production while mentoring engineers and driving project execution.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support process development and lead process optimization, including parameter windows, tooling/feed strategies, and documentation; use advanced DOE and data analytics to improve stability and capability
Lead troubleshooting and Nonconformance Report (NCR) resolution; drive structured RCCA/8D and institutionalize corrective and preventive actions
Lead safety and compliance for the process: facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), manage Process Safety Management (PSM) elements, execute Management of Change (MOC), and apply Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for design and troubleshooting
Own electrolyte management: chemistry control (conductivity, pH, temperature), filtration/flow, electrolyte health, and waste handling in partnership with EHS; ensuring environmental and regulatory compliance
Author and maintain standard work, process instructions, and control plans for production use
Define equipment strategy: author URS/specifications, oversee FAT/SAT, installation, commissioning, and capability verification for power supplies, tooling/fixturing, electrolyte systems, and ancillary equipment
Correlate process parameters to product quality; align with Quality/Metrology on inspection plans, acceptance criteria, and process capability requirements
Lead cross-functional execution (Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, Supply Chain) on process improvements, uptime, and safe operations; manage schedules, risk registers, and stakeholder communication
Drive cost-out and productivity: develop business cases, manage OPEX/CAPEX for involved process area, and deliver validated savings and capacity improvement
Coach, mentor, and provide day-to-day technical direction to junior engineers and technicians; may oversee contractors or interns
Stay current on chemical processing standards and best practices; identify and implement external innovations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering with 6 years of relevant engineering experience (manufacturing, process development, or oil & gas/chemical process engineering), including demonstrated ownership of complex processes or production lines OR High School diploma and 10 years' experience (manufacturing, process development, or oil & gas/chemical process engineering), including demonstrated ownership of complex processes or production lines
Proven experience leading PHA/PSM activities and using P&IDs for process design and troubleshooting
Advanced proficiency with statistical methods and Design of Experiments (DOE)/Statistical Process Control (SPC); ability to set capability targets and deliver measurable improvements
This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment
This is a 100% onsite position
Intermittent travel approximately 1-2 times a month to Allentown, PA and/or other sites as needed
Must be able for work occasional off shift/weekend support as required to support a 3-shift operation
Preferred
Hands-on experience with electrochemical machining (ECM/STEM) strongly preferred; ability to lead process qualification and scale-up
Deep STEM/ECM expertise across tooling/fixturing, electrolyte systems, and process metrology; experience with nickel-based superalloys
Strong Ability to anticipates issues, remove roadblocks, and drive closure while keeping stakeholders aligned
Lean/Six Sigma credentials (Green Belt preferred; Black Belt a plus) with demonstrated DOE/statistical tool proficiency (e.g., Minitab/JMP)
Experience in safety-intensive chemical or oil & gas environments with strong MOC discipline
Innovative, hands-on leader who elevates team capability and drives shop-floor results
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor others
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple initiatives in a fast-paced production environment
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova
A 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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