Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Mechanical Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, analyzing, and optimizing the products within the gas power portfolio. This role involves working across various stages of the product lifecycle, from initial design to field issue resolution. The engineer will ensure technical excellence, safety, and performance of mechanical components through advanced analysis, innovative design, and continuous improvement.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and analyze mechanical components throughout the gas power product portfolio.
• Support thermal, stress, and modal analysis of components within the gas turbine, aeroderivative, and powerplant accessory space.
• Conduct testing and validation of new and existing designs and analyze post-test data.
• Create design documentation, including drawings, layouts, and diagrams.
• Support engineering focal for new components’ Qualifications.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and develop corrective actions (CAPA) to improve product reliability, quality, and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Take technical ownership of mechanical hardware.
• Work within teams for project execution and process improvement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders ie. Controlled Title Holders, analysis experts, and global sites.
• Comply with R&D processes, manage milestones, and seek peer validation.
• Participate in peer and design reviews, solving complex mechanical design problems.
• Embrace Lean principles and support continuous improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING - Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited university or college in Mechanical Engineering subject, or similar (Mechanical, Aeronautical, Power Systems Engineering).
• Demonstrated English language written and verbal communication skills.
• 1–3 years of experience.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT - Desired Qualifications:

• Strong focus on safety, quality, execution, and process rigor.
• Capable of breaking down complex problems and executing solutions.
• Open-minded, self-motivated, and empowered to challenge thinking to dream big and take smart risks.
• Demonstrated capability in collaborating within a team to create an inclusive environment.
• Ability to rapidly shift priorities based on business needs.
• Strong organizational skills, communicating with transparency to deliver project milestones.
• Familiar with AI and possess a continuous improvement (Lean) mindset.
• Familiarity with ANSYS, NX, Python, VBA, and other analytical tools.
• Passion for innovative mechanical and aero-thermal design.

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Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

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