GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Lead Engineer - Outage Tooling

Design EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeWarsaw, PolandNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A master's or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with proven professional experience in machine or tooling design.
Strong proficiency in mechanical and structural analysis.
Advanced knowledge of NX and Ansys Workbench.
A solid understanding of mechanics, dynamics, and strength of materials.
Creative thinking, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding, fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Advanced communicative level of written and spoken English.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of tooling design, including mechanical analysis, material selection, and system compatibility.
Manage the entire project cycle from concept and design reviews through 3D modeling and drafting, manufacturing support, and creating comprehensive work instructions.
Collaborate with FieldCore, GE Product Services, design teams, and local and global suppliers to drive tooling development.
Conduct hands-on testing and on-site validation at customer locations.
Maintain high-quality engineering documentation in compliance with company procedures and participate in formal and informal design reviews.
Ensure technical requirements, project schedules, and performance commitments are met consistently.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience in power plant maintenance, service, or repair environments.
Proven experience working within a global organization.

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design and implementation of specialized tooling used for the installation and disassembly of turbine components during maintenance outages. You will drive innovation and technical excellence, ensuring our tools meet the highest safety and efficiency standards.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering: Lead all aspects of tooling design, including mechanical analysis, material selection, and system compatibility.
End-to-End Lifecycle: Manage the entire project cycle from concept and design reviews to 3D modeling/drafting, manufacturing support, and creating comprehensive work instructions.
Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate closely with FieldCore, GE Product Services, design teams, and both local and global suppliers to drive tooling development.
Testing & Validation: Conduct hands-on testing and on-site validation at customer locations.
Documentation: Maintain high-quality engineering documentation in compliance with company procedures and participate in formal/informal design reviews.
Project Delivery: Ensure technical requirements, project schedules, and performance commitments are met consistently.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education: Master’s degree (MSc) or Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with proven professional experience in machine/tooling design.
Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in mechanical and structural analysis.
Software Skills: Advanced knowledge of engineering tools, specifically NX and Ansys Workbench.
Domain Knowledge: Solid understanding of mechanics, dynamics, and strength of materials.
Soft Skills: Creative mindset with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively in a demanding, fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Language: Written and spoken English on advanced communicative level
Travel: Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Previous experience in power plant maintenance, service, or repair environments.
Proven experience working within a global organization.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

About the Company

GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

GE Vernova makes equipment and software that generate and manage electricity for utilities, power producers, and industrial customers. Its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses span gas turbines, wind generation, and the systems that move electricity across grids. The company supplies generators, grid equipment, and controls, while its software coordinates network operations and integrates changing sources of power. Customers buy equipment and enter service agreements for maintenance, upgrades, and technical support over its operating life, alongside purchases of software and related services. GE Vernova became an independent company in 2024 after separating from GE and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: N/A
Total funding: $17.6M
Headquarters: Cambridge, MA
Founded: 2024

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