AMRT - Senior Automation Technician

Posted:
1/23/2026, 5:40:36 AM

Location(s):
South Carolina, United States ⋅ Greenville, South Carolina, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Job Description Summary

This versatile, hands-on technician role will provide experiences across various advanced manufacturing and repair technologies within GE Vernova including automation and robotics. Work alongside global development teams to develop, industrialize and maintain new technologies for both new make and repair applications. This role emphasizes continuous improvement, quality assurance, and global collaboration.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development, qualification and deployment of advanced manufacturing and repair technology solutions. 
  • Experiment and develop automation, robotics, inspection and other advanced technologies. 
  • Support development of industrial automation and robot applications and provide technical support for robotic systems. 
  • Basic welding, machining, assembly and troubleshooting of automation and robotic solutions.
  • Support engineers and other technicians in identifying opportunities for reverse engineering projects and analyze and resolve
  • Work with third party OEMs in the integration of automation solutions including training of GE employees.
  • Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations to address quality and process issues. 
  • Engage in Kaizen initiatives to enhance efficiency and assist in maintaining and updating our engineering processes. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Supply Chain, and Advanced Manufacturing and Repair Technology. 

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 8 years of relevant manufacturing or material planning experience.
  • Capable standing/sitting/walking 8-10 hours per day in a manufacturing environment and comfortably lifting ~30-pound tools, fixtures, & components.
  • US Citizen or Green Card holder permitted to work on US export-controlled technology
  • Travel to local vendor sites, OEMs as needed on a daily/weekly basis (10%)

What makes you standout - Desired Characteristics

  • Experience performing hands on process development/troubleshooting with any of the following – robotics/automation, additive technologies, fixture development, machining including mills and EDMs, laser applications like cladding and ablation, joining/brazing, metallic and ceramic coating and inspection technologies. 
  • Experience developing automated solutions using, sensors, servo systems, vision (ie. open-cv), and motion control systems.  Any programming/coding experience with industrial robot brands (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, MOTOMAN, etc.) PLC controls, m-code, g-code, .cli would be a plus. 
  • Familiarity with using data analytics including, python, p-code and other computer and classical machine learning programming.  
  • Strong focus on safety, quality, execution, and process rigor.  
  • Ability to rapidly shift priorities based on business needs. 
  • Open-minded, self-motivated, and empowered to challenge thinking to dream big and take smart risks.  
  • Demonstrated capability in collaborating within a team and customers to create an inclusive environment.  
  • Strong organizational skills, communicating with transparency to deliver project milestones.  
  • Capable of breaking down complex problems and executing solutions. 
  • Familiar with AI and possess a continuous improvement (Lean) mindset.  
  • Experience performing hands on process development/troubleshooting with any of the following – robotics/automation, additive technologies, fixture development, machining including mills and EDMs, laser applications like cladding and ablation, joining/brazing, metallic and ceramic coating and inspection technologies. 
  • Experience in NX or other 3D CAD models and/or design simulation packages with the ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings. 

Pay: The pay for this position is $2,000.54 to $2,234.25 weekly.

This posting is expected to close February 6th, 2026.

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.

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.

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.

Inclusion

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.

Are You Ready to Join Our Team? If you are a motivated individual with a passion for precision manufacturing, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of an industry leader where your skills and dedication make a real impact.

Additional Information

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).

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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: No

 

 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

 

 

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

 

 

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 23, 2026.

 

 

Healthcare 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 and 12 paid holidays. New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

 

 

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.