Lead Engineer - Fleet Engineering, Mechanical Structures

About the role

The Lead Engineer in Mechanical Structures Global Fleet Engineering team will own assigned Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) related to Rotor (Hub, Pitch Bearing), Towers and critical bolted joints of Onshore & Offshore fleet. The role involves driving root cause identification, containment of issues, and supporting the implementation of systematic improvements.

Responsibilities

• Drive root cause analysis to achieve timely and robust issue resolution, addressing emerging issues and reducing Material Usage Cost (MUC).
• Support escalated Product Assurance Cases (PAC) and Safety Action Framework for Emergencies and Rapid Response (SAFER) Actions.
• Partner with different functions such as Design Engineering, Sourcing, Parts, Services, Warranty, and Global Fleet Performance Team (FPM) to foster the best solutions to fleet problems.
• Manage the cost of quality for business issues related to implementing solutions for field quality issues.
• Work with Sourcing on vendor recovery of supplier-caused defects and assist in commercial and technical discussions with suppliers.
• Provide clear and consistent communications for internal and external customers.
• Own the RCA report, providing regular updates to senior leadership as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s (preferred) degree in Mechanical engineering or relevant technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of prior relevant work experience, preferably in the wind industry.

Desired Characteristics

• Detailed understanding of the product development cycle.
• Detailed understanding of the 8D problem solving process.
• Positive, resourceful, clear, and strategic thinking problem solver mindset.
• Able to think outside of the box to bring creative, sustainable solutions to complex scenarios.
• Prior background on wind turbine equipment’s and systems, especially on bolted joints, tower structure, tower internals, pitch bearings, and mechanical structures like the hub.
• Technical Versatility and ability to learn technology outside of one's specialty.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with cross-functional teams.

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, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions.
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.