GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Lead Materials Engineer - Materials Science and Engineering

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A master's degree or M.Tech in materials science and engineering or another relevant engineering discipline, with emphasis on materials manufacturing and materials characterization.
Three to five years of technical experience in a relevant field.
Familiarity with steelmaking, forging, and casting processes, and experience qualifying suppliers for critical components.
Knowledge of supplier manufacturing process plan documents.
Familiarity with ASTM, AMS, ASME, and other industrial material grades.
Experience reviewing material specifications and updating specifications as needed.
Experience using material characterization tools and equipment, including optical microscopes, Keyence microscopes, and scanning electron microscopes.
Experience using hardness and micro-hardness testers.
Knowledge of ISO quality standards and processes.
Strong presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Design Engineering and Supplier Quality teams to qualify suppliers in India and other regions for gas and steam turbine components according to GE Vernova quality requirements.
Travel to suppliers to conduct technical audits and assess their ability to manufacture new parts for GE Vernova.
Follow environmental, health, and safety protocols and raise any concerns at supplier sites.
Apply the Safety–Quality–Delivery–Cost approach, in that order, when qualifying suppliers.
Develop suppliers in the region to meet GE Vernova specification requirements.
Communicate significant issues or developments in a timely manner.
Work with global counterparts in the United States and other countries to develop expertise in manufacturing process skills.
Perform material analysis on materials used in gas turbines, including steels and nickel-base alloys.
Support the resolution of technical issues and problems during project execution.
Work effectively within cross-functional engineering teams.
Document technical data in accordance with Materials and Processes Engineering policies and procedures.
Present work in technical reviews and forums to controlled title holders and other stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

Experience using artificial intelligence tools to simplify or standardize processes.
Experience working for a manufacturing company in raw materials, forging, castings, or welding.
Experience qualifying gas turbine component suppliers.
Welding and non-destructive testing certifications, with a minimum Level 2 certification.
Experience reviewing suppliers’ welding books and auditing non-destructive testing facilities.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
Knowledge of physical metallurgy and the mechanical behavior of steels and nickel-based alloys.

Job Description Summary

Materials and Processes Engineering Department from GE Vernova, Bangalore, India is seeking a Lead Materials Engineer for qualifying suppliers for Gas & Steam Turbine Parts. The lead engineer will also have responsibility to work on gas turbine materials characterization.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Collaborate with Design Engineering and Supplier Quality teams and qualify suppliers in India (as per GE Vernova quality requirements) and other regions for Gas/Steam Turbine components.
Travel to suppliers for technical audits and assess them for manufacturing new parts for GE Vernova.
Follow all safety (EHS) protocols and raise concerns if any at supplier’s place.
Follow Safety – Quality – Delivery – Cost (SQDC) approach in that order, while working on supplier qualifications.
Develop suppliers in the region to meet GEV specification requirements.
Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
Work with global counterparts in the USA and other countries to gain expertise in developing manufacturing process skills.
Perform material analysis on materials used in gas turbines (steels and nickel-base alloys)
Help and provide necessary support to resolve technical issues / problems during project execution.
Work effectively within cross-functional engineering teams.
Document technical data generated consistent with MPE policies and procedures.
Present work in technical reviews/forums to controlled title holders (CTH) and other stake holders.

Qualifications/Requirements

M.S/M. Tech in materials science and engineering/other relevant engineering with emphasis on materials manufacturing and materials characterization.
3 to 5 years of technical experience in relevant field. Should be familiar with manufacturing processes such as steel making, forgings, and casting and experienced in qualifying suppliers for critical components.
Knowledge on supplier manufacturing process plan (mpp) document.
Familiar with ASTM/AMS /ASME and other industrial grades of materials.
Experience in reviewing material specifications and updating specs based on need.
Experience in using material characterization tools and equipment such as optical microscope, Keyence microscope and Scanning Electron Microscope. Experience with using hardness and micro-hardness testers.
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Knowledge of ISO standards & processes on quality.

Desired Characteristics

Experience in using AI tools to simplify/standardize processes.
Experience in working in a manufacturing company in the areas of raw material/forging/castings/welding.
Experience in qualifying Gas Turbine component suppliers.
Welding, NDT (minimum level 2) certifications.
Experience in reviewing supplier’s welding books and NDT facilities audits.
Interpretation of engineering drawings.
Knowledge on physical metallurgy and mechanical behavior of steels and Nickel-based alloys.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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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