GE Vernova Mechanical Design Engineer

About the role

The Mechanical Design Engineer will design, analyze, and optimize products within the gas power portfolio, focusing on the Services Stage of the product lifecycle to deliver new products to field equipment and resolve field issues. The role emphasizes technical excellence, safety, and performance of mechanical components through advanced analysis, innovative design, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical components across the gas power product portfolio.
• Perform thermal, stress, and modal analysis of components within gas turbines and powerplant accessory spaces.
• 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 roles for new product development and supplier production.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and develop corrective actions (CAPA) to improve product reliability, quality, and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize designs.
• Take technical ownership of mechanical hardware and apply mechanical principles.
• Work within teams for project execution and process improvement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Controlled Title Holders, analysis experts, and global sites.
• Comply with R&D processes, manage milestones, and seek peer validation.
• Support tendering bids with specific calculations and recommendations.
• Participate in peer and design reviews, solving complex analytical problems.
• Embrace Lean principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Mechanical, Process, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• 0–1 year of engineering experience.
• Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship available.

Desired Characteristics

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

Pay

The pay range for this position is between $72,000.00 and $108,000.00, with a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility includes a discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• Retirement benefits including the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with tax-advantaged 401(k) savings, company matching contributions, and company retirement contributions; access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, and life insurance.
• 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.