Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

GE Appliances co; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home appliance manufacturer in Louisville, KY, is seeking a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead capital equipment projects and apply lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in manufacturing and process development and possesses strong communication and mentoring skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for flexibility and collaboration in a cross-functional team environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing equipment and process development.
• Proven success managing capital equipment projects.
• Expertise in Lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of capital equipment projects.
• Apply lean manufacturing to optimize processes.
• Ensure equipment meets compliance and industry standards.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Cross-functional team collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

MS Scheduler

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at GE Appliances, a Haier company. The role leads capital equipment projects, champions lean manufacturing, and bridges New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and factory operations to improve plant productivity and manufacturing processes for the laundry product line.

Location: USA, Louisville, KY

Responsibilities

• 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 to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

By embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization focused on engagement, belonging, and connection.

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 Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Manufacturing

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