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Test Facilities Mechanical Engineer

AT GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace

Test Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Portsmouth, OH

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Test Facilities Mechanical Engineering (TFME) is a team of Mechanical and Structural Engineers whose mission is to provide engineering services for the design and build-up of test infrastructure and enabling systems. Test sites supported include all development engine and component test cells in Evendale, Peebles, and Winnipeg. TFME also has engineering responsibility for production and services engine test cells around the world.

The Mechanical Engineer will focus on leading the design and execution of projects contributing to the technical development and/or improvement of existing infrastructure products and components.

Roles and Responsibilities

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  • Define and document project objectives, requirements, and assumptions necessary to plan and execute capital projects focused on the modification or expansion of existing industrial processes.
  • Develop engineering solutions that design, diagnosis, or troubleshoot new/existing piping systems (hot & ambient), hydraulic systems, fuel systems, lube systems & compressed air systems.
  • Perform process engineering calculations such as: mass and energy balances, equipment sizing and specification, line sizing, safety device sizing, and material selection and compatibility.
  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
  • Engage with plant operators, controls specialists, maintenance teams, and engineering to troubleshoot process upsets.
  • Oversee installation and execution of assigned projects through continual engagement with engineering, operations, internal trades, and contractors.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum of 7 years' experience in design engineering
  • 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.

Desired Characteristics:

  • 7-10 years experience as Mechanical or Process Engineer
  • MS degree in engineering from an accredited university
  • Relevant experience with industrial systems, such as: dryers, heaters, heat exchangers, pumps, and air handlers/turbomachinery.
  • Familiarity with plant, machine, process (PFD/P&ID) drawings.
  • Experience with plant process optimization, such as statistical process control, process hazard analysis, or developing functional specifications

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

Client-provided location(s): Peebles, OH 45660, USA
Job ID: GE_Aerospace-GAOGAYGLOBALR5005022EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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