Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
The ECO design / sustainability engineer is responsible for ensuring compliance with the environmental directives, reviewing designs for compliance and maintaining the database / technical files to demonstrate compliance.
The ECO design engineer will also be responsible for tracking industry trends and help creating ECO road map.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Analyse design to confirm compliance with regulatory standards i.e. RoHS and REACH directives.
- Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure ECO regulatory compliance meets projects requirements and timelines.
- Carry out life cycle analysis on selected products to create a Product Environmental Profile.
- Review current product implementation and identify improvements in design to increase sustainability.
- Maintain and update GE regulatory compliance tool.
- Track changes and trends in Environmental legislation.
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Qualifications & Requirements:
- Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Knowledge and experience of the RoHS2 directive 2011/65/EC.
- Knowledge and experience of the REACH regulations.
- Knowledge and understanding of the life cycle methodology (ISO14040 Environmental management - Life cycle assessment - Principles and framework) & ability to evaluate the LCA results and accurately report findings.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Product Environmental Profile (ISO14025 Environmental Labels and Declarations).
- Understanding of the WEEE Directive 2011/65/EU.
- Knowledge and understanding of conflict minerals / Dodd-Frank regulations.
- Ability to problem solve, find solutions with minimum support and supervision.
- Ability to innovate, evolve and enhance processes.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Proven ability to work to deadlines and respond effectively to demanding customer requests.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
- Self-starter, energizing, results orientated and able to multi-task.
Desired Characteristics:
- Knowledge of protection products.
- Knowledge and experience of SCARAB.
- SimaPro, EcoInvent, Windchill, SUMA, WPA experience.
About GE Grid Solutions:
At GE Vernova - Grid Automation, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of energy. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in control systems.
At GE we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
Why we come to work:
At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
What we offer:
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No