Engineering Technician

Job description

3356880
Additional Cities

West Chester
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Aviation
Business Segment

Aviation Additive
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Ohio
Postal Code

45069-3807
Role Summary/Purpose

The GE Additive Engineering Material Laboratory Technician will be responsible for the managing and executing tasks and projects using equipment within the materials laboratories located at the Additive Technology Center (ATC), Disruptive Innovation Laboratory (DIL), and future GE Additive site.
Essential Responsibilities

In addition, the expectation of the GE Additive Engineering Material Laboratory Technician includes:

·  Effectively use metrology and metallographic tools, such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, optical microscopes for inspection of hardware and material coupons

·  Gather, record, compile, and interpret quantitative and qualitative material characteristic data, such as surface finish, porosity, grain size, etc.

·  Conduct experiments and inspections on assigned processes, working with Engineering counterparts to develop and document the processes as well as suggest improvements

·  Follow technical plans and specifications to meet desired manufacturing objectives and develop plans and specifications when needed

·  Participate in internal audit activities (specific to work area and expertise)

·  Participate on teams assigned to address specific organizational initiatives and activities

·  Support in preparation of invention disclosures that protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business

·  Assure proper documentation of technical data is generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks that is consistent with engineering policies and procedures

·  Effective verbal communication skills with team members and potential external customers

·  Take ownership for assigned lab areas including: equipment, supplies, environmental health and safety (EHS), shop cleanliness

·  Ability to operate thermal processing equipment (i.e., air / vacuum furnaces) operation

·  Perform / Schedule periodic maintenance and safety inspections of assigned equipment

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Associate’s degree in applicable technical discipline from an accredited school or institution (OR High school diploma / GED (2) years work experience in a manufacturing / testing environment)

Desired Characteristics

·  Manufacturing experience in a development process engineering environment

·  Experience in one or more of the following process technologies:

·  Additive manufacturing equipment (i.e., laser powder bed, electron beam powder bed, binderjet) operation

·  Metallurgical specimen preparation, including chemical etching

·  Metallurgical specimen characterization

·  General machine tool operation

·  Hand benching

·  Electro discharge machining (EDM)

·  Basic proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office

·  Experience using statistical tools and concepts (e.g., EXCEL, Minitab, etc…)

·  Experience working a team-based environment

·  Strong technical documentation and organizational skills

·  Strong interpersonal and communication skills


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About Us

AtGE Aviation , we are imagination at work. Whether we’re manufacturing components for our GEnx engines or driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, the GE Aviation teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into advances in aviation that solve some of the world’s toughest problems. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in
research and development keeps us moving forward and looking ahead. At GE, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Here you’ll work collaboratively and across functions with the highest caliber talent, utilizing cutting-edge technology and processes. Whether it’s the next generation of ecomagination products or the future of aircraft engines, we’ve got the state-of-the-art resources to make those innovations a reality. If you’re
passionate about aviation and looking for a career rich with challenges and unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement, then join GE in reengineering the sky through aviation innovations that will impact the globe for generations to come.Learn More about GE
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE 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).
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Ohio
Primary City

West Chester