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GE Aerospace · 20 hours ago

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Polymer Spinning Expert

Madison, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

GE Aerospace is a leader in the industrialization of ceramic matrix composites for military and commercial jet engines. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will serve as a subject matter expert for melt polymer spinning processes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize processes, improve product quality, and drive innovation.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for polymer melt spinning processes, including polymer spinning precursor, spinneret design, extrusion mechanics, and fiber stabilization methods

Lead, set up, monitor, and maintain spinning process equipment, including spinnerets, pumps, winders, and ancillary systems, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency

Lead troubleshooting efforts for polymer spinning process and equipment issues, partnering with Maintenance and Reliability teams to ensure proper preventive maintenance practices

Identify and implement design improvements to spinning processes, supporting OEE advancement programs and capital expansion projects

Develop and deliver technical training for engineers and technicians, advancing team knowledge and skills

Act as a resource for Process FMEA documents, PHA reviews, and MOC approvals in a PSM-covered facility

Facilitate root cause analyses (RCA), propose solutions to complex manufacturing challenges, and drive process improvements

Support startup and commissioning activities for new process units, ensuring safe and efficient operations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost improvements

Qualification

Polymer melt spinningPolymer rheologyChemical manufacturingExtrusion equipmentProcess optimizationLean manufacturingData analysisProblem-solvingCross-functional collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum of 5 years' experience in chemical manufacturing, with advanced skills in polymer rheology and polymer melt spinning processes

Preferred

Education: Minimum B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science from an accredited university

Greater than 10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing

Advanced skills in polymer rheology and polymer melt spinning processes (example: spinning experience in Carbon Pitch or other ceramic precursor polymers)

Experienced in extrusion of highly branched low molecular weight polymers, including gear pump and extrusion equipment

Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (tools such as RCA, DMAIC, FMEA, Lean/Six Sigma)

Process controls knowledge and proficiency in data analysis tools for process monitoring and optimization

Strong communication skills to interact effectively with technicians, engineers, and upper management

Experience in PSM-covered facilities preferred