Lead Chemical Manufacturing Engineer

Lead Chemical Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Chemical Manufacturing Engineer to oversee and optimize departmental operations while driving technical excellence within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to ensure the successful startup and sustained performance of new process units. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost for a new process startup.

GE Aerospace is a pioneer in ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), a revolutionary material technology that enhances jet engine performance by reducing weight, improving fuel efficiency, and enabling higher operating temperatures. Since its commitment to CMC development began in 2001, GE Aerospace has achieved significant milestones, including the 2016 launch of the LEAP engine, which features a CMC shroud and has garnered over 40,000 orders. Building on this success, the GE9X engine became the first commercial jet engine to incorporate multiple CMC components, powering its first flight in January 2020. These advancements highlight the transformative potential of CMCs, positioning GE Aerospace as a leader in driving innovation and sustainability in the aviation industry.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Process Safety Leadership: Apply advanced technical expertise and analytical skills to implement and uphold Process Safety Management (PSM) standards in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Process Optimization: Lead comprehensive troubleshooting efforts and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Innovative Problem Solving: Develop and propose creative solutions to address complex manufacturing challenges, leveraging technical knowledge and cross-functional collaboration to navigate interdependent production cycles.
• Mentorship and Team Development: Serve as a technical resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues, fostering skill development, facilitating consensus, and guiding team members toward shared goals.
• Change Management: Oversee and facilitate effective management of changes driven by unit requirements, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Technical Training: Lead or support the delivery of technical training programs for operators, enhancing their understanding and proficiency in process operations.
• Process Improvement Initiatives: Identify and initiate projects aimed at improving process performance, reliability, and efficiency, while driving measurable results.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years chemical engineering experience)
• Minimum of 3 years Chemical Engineering experience

Desired Characteristics

• Humble: Demonstrates respect, adaptability, and a willingness to learn and grow.
• Transparent: Communicates openly, shares critical information, provides constructive feedback, and fosters trust within the team.
• Focused: Learns quickly, prioritizes tasks strategically, and remains committed to achieving goals.
• Leadership Skills: Exhibits strong communication, decision-making abilities, and collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-Solving Expertise: Possesses an analytical mindset, challenges existing processes, and applies critical thinking to drive improvements.
• Technical Experience: Prior experience with unit startup and commissioning activities is preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: 510 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, including at least 2 years in a PSM-covered facility.
• Problem-Solving Methods: Experience with structured problem solving and proficient in one or more methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), DMAIC, or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes