Job Description Summary Role summary GE applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electric transformation of the world's energy infrastructure. Designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies, we serve specialized sectors such as marine, Naval, industry, energy and all related services. Due to continued expansion, we are looking for an experienced Lead Manufacturing Engineer based in our Rugby facility. With a strong background in driving process improvement, you will be responsible for setting up new production and test areas, as well as manufacturing support activities for our cutting-edge Naval drive products. This role will be key in developing processes and documentation, implementing Lean methodology and working with engineering to ensure that our products are designed to be manufactured as efficiently as possible. Due to the security restrictions on this role, applications can only be accepted from UK Nationals with SC level security clearance, or the ability to obtain it. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Act as process owner for electrical drive and switchgear products, defining manufacturing processes and creating documentation to ensure we consistently maintain the highest possible build quality Plan the layout and installation of new assembly and test areas Ensure that Lean methodology drives all of our manufacturing processes Work closely with Global Supply Chain Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (GSC AME) teams for international manufacturing sites Proactive involvement in the entire product development process, ensuring that the engineering teams consider manufacturing during all design activities Represent manufacturing in Product FMEAs and act as owner for Process FMEAs Take an active role in ensuring product and process safety Ensure simple and re-usable BOM structures with design engineering Participate actively in engineering design rules definition and ensure compliance Manage product prototype/first series manufacturing Manage design and manufacturing lessons learned Essential Requirements Relevant engineering degree (or equivalent experience) At least 5 years experience in manufacturing engineering and production support for low volume/batch manufacturing of complex electro-mechanical equipment Experienced in manufacturing processes development and documentation Prior experience of supporting manufacturing at supplier’s facilities Experience of implementing Lean methodology to optimise manufacturing processes Experience of product and process FMEAs ERP system knowledge (ideally SAP), Siemens TeamCenter (PLM) Strong communication skills Able to work autonomously and in teams, with strong organisational skills Willing to travel within UK and overseas Must hold current UK Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) level clearance or be eligible to receive it Desired Characteristics Experience of working with 2D/3D CAD systems Ability to read mechanical & electrical engineering drawings Previous experience of working within a regulated industry, e.g. Naval Knowledge of the manufacturing requirements for electrical drives & switchgear Prior experience of supporting production at international manufacturing sites Ability to multi-task on a variety of projects, adapt to changing circumstances and be able to deal with ambiguity making positive use of the opportunities it presents About us GE Power Conversion is at the heart of electrifying tomorrow's energy. In GE Power Conversion we recognise the value of having wide range of perspectives in decision-making; and we foster an environment where everyone feels that they belong, that their contribution matters and they are able to perform to their full potential, no matter their background, identity or circumstances. We also understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance therefore we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No