Senior Manager - Quality Engineering and Continuous Improvement - Dead tank Circuit-breakers

Job Description Summary

As Senior Manager - Global Quality Engineering & Continuous Improvement for Dead-tank high-voltage circuit breakers product portfolio, you will lead the definition, deployment, and sustainment of quality engineering processes across the complete product scope. This role defines and implements core quality tools (FMEA, Process control plans, MSA, SPC), establishes governing processes and standards, and ensures all NPI quality deliverables are executed in line with the Confluence NPI process. This position leads to and coaches structure root cause analysis, ensuring effective deployment and sustainment of problem-solving methodologies. As a subject matter expert in Dead-tank high-voltage circuit breakers products, this position leads investigation and resolution of complex quality issues, drives first pass yield improvements, and ensures systematic integration of lessons learned from field performance, customer feedback, and manufacturing operations. This position defines and leads "Quality Built-In" strategies, ensures successful production transfers, and governs the capture and analysis of reliability metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Process Ownership: Lead the implementation and lifecycle management of FMEA (Design & Process), MSA, and SPC methodologies. Ensure these tools are not just documented but effectively utilized to drive process stability.
• Failure Analysis Lead: Act as the primary technical lead for investigations into mechanical and insulation failures. Utilize advanced Partial Discharge (PD) analysis to identify root causes and implement sustainable Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Continuous Improvement Mentor: Facilitate 8D and A3 structured problem-solving sessions for high-complexity issues. Upskill plant teams by coaching them on effective containment and prevention techniques.
• Operational Quality Optimization: Drive Quality Kaizen initiatives to improve First Pass Yield (FPY). Conduct thorough manufacturing process audits to identify variance, detect potential escapes, and enhance product robustness.
• Project Leadership: Provide dedicated quality assurance for NPI and Transfer of Work (TOW) projects. Ensure project requirements are met through proactive risk identification and robust process controls.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 8-10 years of professional experience in Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance within the power transmission or high-voltage industry.
• Solid technical expertise in HV circuit breakers, specifically in diagnosing insulation and mechanical failure modes.
• Proven practitioner of structured problem-solving (8D, A3, Why-Why, Fault Tree Analysis).
• Strong working knowledge of core quality tools: FMEA, MSA, SPC, and ISO 9001 audit protocols.
• Demonstrated success in leading quality improvements, reducing defects, and collaborating with cross-functional manufacturing teams.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Growth: You will own key processes and influence the quality strategy of a critical global product line.
• Technical Authority: Your expertise in PD and RCA will be the standard-bearer for our problem-solving culture.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a global team dedicated to the energy transition and building reliable grid infrastructure.

The base pay range for this position is $123,700.00 - 206,100.00 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 15 % performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity.

• 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., their successors, 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.

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $123,700.00 and $206,100.00. 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 July 06, 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.