Lead CNC Programmer - 2nd Shift
About this role
Job Description Summary
Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?We operate with a founder’s mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.
As a member of the CAD/CAM team, you will be an active contributor to the factory volume ramp and standardization efforts.
Job Description
What you’ll do
This position is for 2nd shift.
- Program, process development, and shop support for one or more of the following:
- Large VTL up to 2.5m
- Large VBM up to 2.5m
- Large head-head Gantry 5-axis
- Large vertical turn/grind with live tooling
- Generate and maintain CNC programs utilizing NX-CAM or other software. This could include multi-axis milling, turning, grinding and/or EDM.
- Verify new CNC programs prior to release on the shop floor utilizing Vericut.
- Incorporate on-machine probing using Renishaw cycles for part and process validation (including error trapping)
- Create programs following standards and qualified machining parameters
- Provide CNC related support to M.E. (Manufacturing Engineer) and provide operator training during new / rebuilt machine startup and / or process improvements.
- Provide daily operator support in the form of CNC programming and troubleshooting support to the shop floor.
- Support and implement tooling & fixturing requirements associated with CNC machine tools.
- Generate and support workstation instructions (methods) for CNC related issues.
- Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery.
- Provide effective communication to appropriate team members when needed.
- Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment in a matrixed organization.
- Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization when appropriate.
What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, or Machinist Apprentice (or similar) graduate with 3 years of experience with graphical based CAM System CNC Programming [OR] High School Degree w/6 years of experience with graphical based CAM System CNC Programming.
What will make you stand out
- Experience creating 5-axis CNC programs using a CAM (preferably Siemens NX) system.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience with high-level machine tool controls including sub-routine(macro), Renishaw probing routine, and variable based programming, as well as CLM (closed loop machining)
- Significant "hands-on" background as a machinist, with the ability to personally setup and prove out complex first-piece programs.
- A track record of managing tight tolerances on large-format equipment (VTLs/VBMs/etc up to 2.5m) where part deflection, work hardening, and thermal stability are critical factors
- Extensive experience machining nickel-based superalloys (Inconel, Rene, Hastelloy, etc.) common in Heavy Duty Gas Turbine (HDGT) or Aerospace industry
- Strong problem solving and organization skills, with above average shop math skills in geometry and trigonometry.
- Experience using Vericut (preferred) or other CNC verification/machine simulation software.
- Strong familiarity with multiple machine controls including Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, & Siemens
- Demonstrated proficiency interpreting drawing requirements.
- Ability to multi-task and productively manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Experience machining high temperature superalloys found in HDGT or Aerospace components.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
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
Company at a glance
GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world.
It is made up of three businesses -- Power, Electrification, and Wind -- with focus on 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.
The world needs more energy, smarter energy. With energy demand expected to grow by more than 50% in the next 20 years, we are continuously innovating to meet the moment…like we have for the past 130 years. The Energy of Change and relentless optimism are what drive us – it’s about never giving up and seeing what’s possible so that we deliver the energy technologies the world needs right now and for generations to come.
GE Vernova’s attitude and edge is embedded in its name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver.
Together, we have the energy to change the world.
Top Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Health Coach
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Company Matching Contributions
- Tuition Assistance
- Adoption Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Disability Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Permissive Time Off
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