Job Description Summary

The EHS Engineer – Manufacturing Process Specialist partners with site engineering, production, and leadership teams to drive real, sustainable changes in manufacturing processes and equipment in support of EHS objectives. This hands-on, technical role leverages engineering expertise to identify risks, develop solutions, evaluate vendors, and lead the implementation of process improvements that enhance safety, ergonomics, and compliance. The position supports EHS initiatives, fosters collaboration across all functions and levels, and champions a proactive safety culture.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Serve as a core member of the Site EHS team with primary responsibility for driving engineered safety and ergonomic improvements across manufacturing operations.
• Partner closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams as the EHS engineering authority for process, equipment, and ergonomic risk reduction.
• Independently conduct job hazard analyses, risk assessments, and ergonomic evaluations to identify exposure and prioritize engineering-based risk reduction efforts.
• Leverage data, digital tools, and AI-based risk identification platforms (e.g., Inseer or similar technologies) to proactively detect risk trends and high-exposure tasks.
• Design, develop, and implement engineered safety solutions including ergonomic redesigns, lift assists, automation, guarding, tooling improvements, and process modifications.
• Lead EHS-driven engineering projects from concept through implementation, including scoping, technical design, vendor engagement, installation, validation, and sustainment.
• Develop technical requirements and evaluate equipment, tooling, and vendor solutions to ensure alignment with EHS expectations, quality standards, and production needs.
• Collaborate with EHS leadership to align engineered solutions with site EHS strategy, Life Saving Rules, and risk reduction priorities.
• Participate in incident and near-miss investigations as the engineering lead for corrective action development, ensuring sustainable, design-based solutions.
• Support new equipment installations and process introductions by embedding safety-by-design and human factors principles from initial concept through startup.
• Track and report the effectiveness of engineered controls using EHS metrics, ergonomic exposure data, and operational performance indicators.
• Influence and engage all levels of the organization to build ownership, reinforce a proactive safety culture, and ensure long-term sustainment of controls.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Safety Engineering or a closely related engineering field (or equivalent hands-on manufacturing engineering experience)

• 2 or more years of Safety experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment supporting safety process, equipment, or ergonomic improvements
• Demonstrated experience implementing engineered solutions (process changes, tooling, automation, guarding, layout, ergonomic improvements, etc.)
• Ability to work cross-functionally with production, maintenance, engineering, and EHS teams
• Strong problem-solving and project execution skills with the ability to take ideas from concept to implementation
• Experience working directly on the shop floor in an active manufacturing environment

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience conducting or supporting job hazard analyses, risk assessments, or ergonomic evaluations
• Familiarity with machine safety standards, guarding, and OSHA manufacturing requirements
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
• Prior experience working on or leading safety-driven engineering projects
• Exposure to vendor sourcing, equipment specification, or solution implementation
• Experience using data, digital tools, or AI-based platforms to identify risk or improvement opportunities (e.g., Inseer or similar)

• Working knowledge of CAD or technical drawing tools (not required to be an expert designer)

This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about worker safety and well-being and who thrives in a hands-on, cross-functional manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Safety Engineer uses engineering judgment, technical problem-solving, and collaboration to design and implement practical solutions that reduce risk, improve ergonomics, and support safe, high-quality production. This position plays a critical role within the Site EHS team by delivering engineered safety improvements that create lasting impact.

The base pay range for this position is $85K - $121K USD. 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 bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 1/27/2026, or thereafter. 

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

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

 

 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $85,500.00 and $142,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

 

 

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

 

 

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 19, 2026.

 

 

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

 

 

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.