Lead Surface Preparation/metallurgy Specialist

GE Vernova

Base: $81,700.00 - $136,700.00; bonus/equity: inel...
Onsite
Hvof and plasma coating process development
Microstructure evaluation and mechanical testing
Root cause analysis of coating defects
This role blends practical coating cell work, metallographic preparation, microstructural analysis, root-cause problem solving, and the design of fixtures/masking to enable repeatable, cost-effective production

Job Summary

  • This role blends practical coating cell work, metallographic preparation, microstructural analysis, root-cause problem solving, and the design of fixtures/masking to enable repeatable, cost-effective production.
  • Drive process development onsite, converting a ‘lab-proven’ parameters into stable and documented production processes.
  • Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova; and access to the Employee Assistance Program.

Matching Summary

This role blends practical coating cell work, metallographic preparation, microstructural analysis, root-cause problem solving, and the design of fixtures/masking to enable repeatable, cost-effective production.

Salary

Base: $81,700.00 - $136,700.00; Bonus/Equity: ineligible; Benefits: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, retirement savings plan, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, permissive time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • HVOF and Plasma coating process development
  • Microstructure evaluation and mechanical testing
  • Root cause analysis of coating defects
  • Metallographic lab experience
  • Tooling and masking design for production
  • Robotic thermal spray cell operation

Nice-to-have

  • Lean manufacturing concepts
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Clear and concise communication
  • Continuous improvement experience

Key Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on thermal spray process development experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • Proven experience designing fixtures/masking for production coating applications (NX or equivalent CAD)

Work Rights

Legally authorized to work in the United States

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