Mechanical Analyst

Job Description Summary

GE applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electric transformation of the world's energy infrastructure. Designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies, we serve specialized sectors such as marine, industry, energy and all related services.

We are looking for a mechanical analyst to work in the equipment design team within our systems engineering organisation. You will be responsible for validating our next generation of switchboards, electrical drives and distribution equipment for Marine, Naval and Power Generation applications, using a combination of static structural and modal FEA and CFD. You will work closely with our design teams to deliver on customer requirements.

• Perform engineering analyses using a combination of hand calculations and software tools.
• Utilise FEA tools to validate equipment designs for static structural and shock loading.
• Utilise FEA tools to validate equipment designs for modal performance.
• Utilise CFD tools to validate equipment designs for airflow cooling performance.
• Act as a technical point of contact for mechanical engineering topics related to project work.

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, or relevant experience in a mechanical design engineering environment.
• Significant engineering experience with good technical knowledge of FEA and CFD
• Expertise in stress, thermal and fluid flow analyses using a combination of hand calculations, and FEA software tools such as ANSYS and Fluent.
• A strong track record in product development, ideally gained in the industrial or electrical equipment sectors.
• Good engineering, communication, and organisational skills.

• Experience of working with a de-centralised engineering team across international manufacturing sites.
• Willing and flexible to travel internationally.

• Challenging and exciting projects
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays