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Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Louisville, United States

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

Are you a hands-on engineering leader who thrives on solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and making a measurable impact on factory performance? As a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) at GE Appliances, you’ll play a critical role in bringing cutting-edge products to market, improving plant productivity, and optimizing manufacturing processes that support our world-class laundry product line.

In this senior-level role, you’ll lead high-impact capital equipment projects, champion lean manufacturing principles, and serve as the vital link between New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and factory operations. Your expertise will ensure that every new process and piece of equipment not only meets budget and schedule targets but also delivers exceptional quality, reliability, and operator safety.

Position

Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Lead Manufacturing Innovation: Plan, develop, and execute capital equipment and high-volume manufacturing process projects—from early supplier engagement to installation and qualification—ensuring maximum efficiency and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Drive Lean Excellence: Apply lean manufacturing, 3P, and ergonomic design to optimize equipment and workstation layouts, material flow, and standard work processes across the value stream.
Ensure Safety & Compliance: Guarantee all equipment complies with industry, environmental, and EHS standards, applying Human Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to protect and empower operators.
Collaborate & Influence: Partner with cross-functional teams—including factory operations, design engineers, and critical process leaders—to ensure Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) and robust Manufacturing Control Plans (MCP) are integrated.
Mentor & Elevate: Share knowledge, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to developing innovative processes and best practices that strengthen the AME organization.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent hands-on experience in technical/manufacturing capabilities.
7+ years of experience in manufacturing equipment and process development.
Proven success in managing capital equipment projects, including supplier selection, installation, and qualification.
Expertise in Lean manufacturing principles.
Strong communication and leadership skills to engage with diverse teams, from shop floor operators to senior management.
A track record of meeting deadlines and budgets for construction and equipment projects.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with Horizontal Axis Washer platforms is a plus.
Experience in construction, renovation, or facility projects.
Six Sigma certification and Lean process improvement expertise.
Proficiency in MS Office, MS Scheduler (or equivalent), and AutoCAD.
Prior involvement in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com

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