Lead Quality Production Engineer - QMS

GE Vernova · Pensacola · $91,700–$152,700 (stated in the posting)

Job Description Summary

The QMS Lead Quality Production Engineer is responsible for leading Quality Management System (QMS) execution and continuous improvement within Gas Power manufacturing operations. This role ensures compliance with regulatory, customer, and GE Vernova quality requirements while driving manufacturing excellence, defect prevention, process capability, and operational quality performance.

The successful candidate will partner closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, EHS, Product Quality, and Operations leaders to develop robust quality controls, reduce non-conformances, improve first-pass yield, and strengthen a culture of quality throughout the manufacturing organization.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality production of gas turbine, generator, and associated power-generation components.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Ownership includes both quality assurance and quality control. Includes quality assurance of products, services, manufacturing processes. Includes conformance in manufacturing, incoming goods control, product inspection, witness points, etc.
Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues
This position will oversee and implement the Generator QMS, Audit, Non-Conformance, Field Complaint, and Gage Calibration System
Work with Assembly Cells to acquire and package Customer Documentation
Help establish and administer Process Quality Engineer Training program
Assist other Quality Engineers with 8D Problem Solving

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System Leadership

Lead implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the manufacturing Quality Management System
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer requirements, regulatory standards, and GE Vernova quality policies
Support internal, external, and customer quality audits

Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and process controls

Manufacturing Quality Excellence

Drive quality improvements across production operations
Establish and monitor key quality metrics including: First Pass Yield (FPY) Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Defects Per Million Opportunities (DPMO) Scrap and Rework Customer Escapes Audit Findings
Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions

Process Quality & Continuous Improvement

Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies to improve manufacturing processes
Conduct process capability studies and statistical analysis
Implement preventive quality controls and mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions
Lead quality improvement projects focused on productivity, reliability, and customer satisfaction

Non-Conformance & Corrective Action Management

Manage non-conformance reporting processes
Facilitate root cause analysis using: 8D DMAIC Fishbone Analysis 5 Why Methodology Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)

Cross-Functional Leadership

Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams
Support new product introductions (NPI) and manufacturing process changes
Mentor production quality engineers and shop-floor personnel
Drive accountability for quality performance throughout the organization

Customer & Supplier Quality Support

Support customer audits and quality reviews.
Collaborate with Supplier Quality teams to address incoming material issues
Drive containment and corrective action efforts for customer complaints and field quality concerns

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering Quality Engineering Materials Engineering Or related technical field OR a High School Diploma with at least 6 years of experience in manufacturing
Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing / quality experience
2+ years working within a regulated Quality Management System environment
Experience supporting complex industrial manufacturing operations
Experience leading quality improvement initiatives
Experience in ISO 9001

Technical Leadership

Ability to influence cross-functional teams
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems

Communication

Executive-level presentation skills
Ability to communicate quality risks and improvement opportunities

Problem Solving

Data-driven decision making
Ability to rapidly resolve complex manufacturing quality issues

Change Management

Drive quality transformation initiatives
Champion continuous improvement culture

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills
Past ISO and Auditing Experience
8D, 5 Why problem-solving experience and expertise to aide and direct other Quality Engineers through the problem-solving process
Experience with Auditing and establishing and audit process
ASQ Certifications: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Experience in: Gas turbine manufacturing Generator manufacturing Energy or power generation industries Aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environments
SAP experience

Quality Systems

Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Internal and external audit management
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

Manufacturing Quality Tools

FMEA
Control Plans
MSA
SPC
GD&T
Process Validation

Problem Solving

8D
Root Cause Analysis
DMAIC
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma methodologies

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

About GE Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $91,700.00 and $152,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 05, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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