Job Description SummaryThe Value Stream Shop Focal is located onsite at a turbine manufacturing plant, reporting to an Engineering Manager within the Edison Works Delivery Value Stream team. This role will be responsible for completing engineering activities to identify and accelerate cost out oppor

Value Stream Shop Focal

GE Aerospace • 
Madisonville, Kentucky, United States
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Job Description SummaryThe Value Stream Shop Focal is located onsite at a turbine manufacturing plant, reporting to an Engineering Manager within the Edison Works Delivery Value Stream team. This role will be responsible for completing engineering activities to identify and accelerate cost out opportunities supporting the assigned manufacturing site.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross functional teams to identify and develop project ideas. You will help coordinate, plan, execute, and implement projects owned by engineering and manufacturing teams. You will coordinate with engineering teams to identify necessary engineering support, define, and validate savings. You will partner with manufacturing teams to provide engineering support to aid in implementation of projects. You will be a regular participant in cost and lean shop events, as needed.

You may also perform other similar related engineering and / or supply chain tasks.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Execute and provide guidance for the analysis / evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles that meet business standards, practices and procedures and the product / program requirements.
  • Have high levels of interaction with and exposure to engineers from multiple disciplines, manufacturing & quality, and regularly exposed to commodity and industry experts.
  • Work with shops, suppliers, and engineering colleagues to meet cost targets.
  • Use engineering judgement and experience to challenge entrenched processes and methodology to recommend improvements.
  • Monitor and communicate project status, business issues and significant developments as needed.
  • Formulate and implement plans to achieve technical and program requirements, schedules, and contract commitments within the shop.
  • Lead and own technical projects with low to moderate complexity through collaboration with field and industry experts.
  • Develop action plans to anticipate and respond to problems.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in engineering from an accredited university or college
  • At least 3 additional years’ experience in a design engineering position
  • Influencing and program management skills

Desired Characteristics

  • Previous experience in manufacturing.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • In-depth understanding of engineering technology and tools

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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

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