• Participate in the definition and execution of experiments to validate analytical results.
• Work with other support functions and/or external suppliers to meet project deliverables.
• Prepare and participate in project and technical reviews. Deliver presentations, reports, and publications to engineering staff, GE businesses and/or external agencies.
• Provide expertise to help resolve technical challenges across the organization.
• Collaborate in the development of internal and external project proposals and initiatives.
• Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment.

Required Qualifications:
• Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline with a strong background in structural design and analysis, or a master's in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or related disciplines with at least 3 years of experience in structural design and analysis in an industrial environment.
• Strong technical skills in solid mechanics and finite element methods.
• Proficiency with commercial packages such as Ansys (including advanced meshing tools and non-linear analysis).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Clear evidence of passion, innovation, and creativity.
• Execution mindset and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills in a global team environment.
• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.

Desired Characteristics:
• Experienced with structural analysis codes such as ANSYS, LS-DYNA, OptiStruct.
• Experience with parametric, feature-based geometric modeling, hands-on experience with commercial and CAD packages (NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo, etc.).
• Experience with impact and progressive damage simulations.
• Experience in analysis, fabrication, and testing of composite structures.
• Experience with design and optimization for additive manufacturing.
• Experience with product design constraints, manufacturing techniques and material processing.
• Project leadership experience including successful track record of completing deliverables.

The base pay range for this position is 80,000 - $150,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on November 10th, 2024

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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