Plant Welding Process Engineer

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Job Description Summary

Vernova Purpose

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

Impact You'll Make:
The Plant Welding Process Engineer will be the primary point of contact for materials, welding, and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). In this role, you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, be involved in long-term planning, and contribute to the overall business strategy.

Job Description

What you'll do

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Identify applicable materials, welding and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) standards and internal Engineering/Manufacturing Technical Practices and define how those are applied/proceduralized.

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Provide assurance of compliance against the above-mentioned standards and practices.

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Identify, assess, report, and manage key materials, welding, and NDT risks.

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Provide Quality Assurance/ Quality Control services on all relevant welding and NDT issues.

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Provide oversight for operation and maintenance of plant NDT equipment.

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Liaison with GE Energy Materials and Process Engineering to resolve issues and drive improvements.

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Manage on-site Metallurgical Laboratory.

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Engage shop employees to get their active involvement in the key practical materials, welding, and NDT issues to ensure technical choices can practically be implemented in a safe and efficient manner.

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Utilize Lean tools and advanced technology to improve business operations and support New Product Introductions (NPIs).

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Provide technical oversight of plasma coating processes.

What you'll bring (Required Qualifications)

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Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or Weld Engineering or a demonstrated background in welding and materials science.

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A minimum of 3 years of relevant welding, materials, and/or engineering experience.

Eligibility Requirements

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Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.

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Must be able to work 100% onsite in Bangor, Maine.

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Relocation assistance only considered from within the USA.

Desired Characteristics

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Certified Welding Inspector and/or experience and technical knowledge of welding processes and inspection.

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In-depth knowledge of commonly used NDT examination techniques (Magnetic Particle Testing, Liquid Penetrant Testing, Visual Testing & Ultrasonic Testing).  ASNT certificate desirable.

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Knowledge and expertise on commonly used materials, processes, and coatings.

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Demonstrated performance executing manufacturing process improvements.

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Experience working in a manufacturing environment

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Strong problem-solving skills.

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Ability to lead teams or projects achieving desired results on schedule.

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LEAN training.

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Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

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Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

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Experience with failure analysis / root cause analysis.

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Liaison or experience with Standards Development Organizations (e.g. STM, AWS, ASME, ASNT, etc.).

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Prior history of metallurgical laboratory operation or oversight.

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Exposure to characterization and testing of high temperature metals.

The base pay range for this position is $90,400 - $110,000 USD Annual.

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% performance bonus.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This position will stay open on the career website until at least 1/17/2025.

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)

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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.

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A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.

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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 . 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