Job Description Summary
As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business's mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future.
Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova's businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.
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As a Senior Engineer in the Mechanical Systems and Design Laboratory, GE Vernova Advanced Research and Development Center, you will work on the design, development, and advanced manufacturing of advanced mechanical components and/or systems for a broad range of current and future GE products. These are applied in the GE Vernova businesses including Power, Wind, Grid and Digital. GE Vernova Advanced Research and Development Center works on technologies including carbon capture, 100% H2 combustion, Advanced Manufacturing, Next Generation Nuclear, super critical CO2, electric machines, onshore and offshore wind turbines, gas and steam power generation systems, hybrid energy storage.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the design, analysis, and testing of machinery components and systems including conceptual design, detailed design, testing, validation, and product implementation.
- Work with other support functions and/or external suppliers to meet project deliverables.
- Prepare and participate in project and technical reviews.
- Provide expertise to resolve technical challenges across the organization.
- Participate in technology road mapping and competitive assessment to drive new technology programs.
- Work with internal and external collaborators in developing new project proposals and initiatives.
- Stay connected with industry and university trends, helping GE Vernova stay current with new technologies in the areas of mechanical and mechatronic systems.
- Provide technical guidance and direction across the group to grow overall technical capability and product knowledge in technical focus areas.
- Provide technical development across the organization through effective coaching/mentoring.
- Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment.
Required Qualifications:
- PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mechanics in rotating machinery and/or rotating components design or related field with a minimum of 6 years of industrial experience OR MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Applied Mechanics in rotating machinery and/or rotating components design or related field and a minimum of 10 years of industrial experience
- Expertise with the design, analysis and testing of mechanical and mechatronic systems.
- Expertise with systems dynamics modeling, model based controller design, and implementation using hardware
- Experience in conceiving, developing, and carrying out experiments in component hardware and transferring component level tests into full scale hardware solutions.
- Proficiency using numerical computation tools (MATLAB, Python, etc).
- Experience in conceiving, developing and carrying out experiments in mechanical/mechatronic component hardware and transferring component level tests into full scale hardware solutions.
- Interpersonal, leadership and communication skills in a global team environment.
- Execution mindset and sense of urgency.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either "U.S. person" status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.
- Must be 18 years or older.
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience with system modeling and multiphysics simulations
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.
- Proficiency using 3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo)
- Proficiency using finite element analysis using different tools (ANSYS/ABAQUS, etc) and multiphysics simulation tools (COMSOL)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven track record of leading teams to deliver on business priorities
- Makes decisions and manages conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to take ownership of issues and drive solutions
The base pay range for this position is $111,200 - $185,400. 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 performance bonus. This position will be posted until at least 1/22/2025.
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.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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