CNC Programmer/ Manufacturing Engineer- Machining

GE Vernova

Schenectady, United States

Full Time

Posted October 13, 2026

$92k - $153k

Power Generation

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 14, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

Job Description

Develop, implement, and support safe and reliable machining process solutions which include specification of tooling, writing NC programs, and performing training mainly for the Schenectady Rotor / Field Machine shop and the Large Machining Shop and Services Machining scope.

Key Responsibilities

Code and develop NC Programs for use on Lathes, HBM’s, NC Machine Centers, Field Slotters, and other NC driven equipment.
Use your experience with APT, G code, Vericut, Mastercam, CAD/CAMM software and knowledge of Fanuc Controllers to develop large machine tool programs and train operators to execute you programs successfully with quality results
Support all technical aspects of new unit as well as services work in rotors, fields, and large machine bays of the cell.
Work with industry tooling engineers to specify and procure safe and reliable tooling on a timely basis in support of the production schedules.
Develop and revise tooling and NC programs in support of cycle and cost out initiatives, geared at working in team approach with machinists to improve processes on a regular meeting rhythm.
Develop process workflow definition and estimate timing (lean standard work or L1’s) to assist operations team to better understand and plan your processes and guide them in hitting cycle and handbook.
Develop build books for new units and services jobs
Participate in teams with union to ensure best understanding of processes and to ensure specified machines stay on production track. Resolve technical issues promptly.
Assist and work with other programmers to ensure programs, tooling and planning paperwork are available on time for start of jobs
Develop training materials and planning in support of work packages. Lead ME component of machinist training and qualifications as assigned.
Lead the development of EHS best practices for programs and processes
Troubleshoot issues with equipment and processes
Establish, document, and maintain design for manufacturing (DFM) guidelines for engineering use compatible with current manufacturing capability. Evaluate new products for manufacturability per established DFM guidelines
Initiate and lead capital equipment projects that support new product designs, factory capacity additions, and quality improvement goals. Implement operator training plans
Develop machine programs for NPI and new or advanced manufacturing processes and lines being introduced into the plant

Requirements

Technical degree in mathematics, engineering, programming or computer science from an accredited university, or similar suitable technical training or apprenticeship.
5 years of NC Programming and machine tool experience
Ability to read drawings. Knowledge of ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Tolerancing Standards
Strong knowledge and significant experience working in NC programming, machining and related planning.
Good oral and written communication skills, and organization ability.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Self-motivated and able to meet deadlines
Minimum 5 years machining and programming experience in Steam turbine or Gen product line
Significant hands on experience using CAM software with machine centers