Job Description Summary
The Lead Engineer - Thermal & Fluid Sciences - Data Systems will work with teams of engineers, scientists & software programmers to understand existing & develop new thermodynamic and fluid flow calculations for validating power generation products mainly for Gas & Steam Turbine.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Work closely with combustion engineering team in a lab test environment.
- Work with team to develop emission measurement algorithms to validate designs as government regulations increase and market demands change.
- Review, analyze, and interpret test data and results.
- Develop formal, clear technical reports to provide findings and interpretation/analysis of test results.
- Participate and lead Root Cause Analysis studies as needed.
- Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work would include mechanical and/or electrical engineering for all products
- Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
- Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
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Required Qualifications
- BS in Engineering or Sciences OR a high school diploma/ GED with 8 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum 6 years' experience in an engineering discipline.
- Knowledge in flow meter calculations (ASME - flow nozzles, orifices, venturis), NIST Real gas properties (REFPROP 8), NIST Matrix algebra, ASME steam tables, heat and mass balance calculation, Gas Turbine Combustion efficiency, adiabatic firing temperature, Turbine efficiency calculations.
- Knowledge in emission sciences, combustors, and data acquisition measurement systems.
- Ability to work off-hours or flex time to accommodate testing schedule
Desired Characteristics
- Master of Science degree in Engineering or Sciences.
- Gas Turbine knowledge or experience.
- Excellent project management skills with technical writing and documentation control mind set.
- Experience working with data systems design and development to support testing of gas & steam turbines, generators and/or sub-systems both in the field and laboratory environment.
- Experience with data acquisition, analysis and data reduction.
- Knowledge of instrumentation to measure temperature, pressure, flow, static and dynamic stain, dynamic pressure, vibration and accelerometers, etc., digital signal processing and computerized data acquisition systems.
- Basic understanding of programming languages such as C/C#/LabVIEW/Python/MatLAB and their uses in data acquisition and data analysis.
About Us
Inclusion & Diversity At GE, 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.
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For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $98,400.00 - 164,000.00 USD Annual.
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 a 10% performance bonus.
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
This position will stay open on the career website until at least 10/9/2024.
Benefits Available to You:
GE 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: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
- Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
- GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
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