Job Description Summary

Activities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.
The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design and project support of test programs in the CDT labs, Test stands and Field Engine testing.

• Support precision sensor development including optical technology, traditional temperature, pressure and strain, and other technologies unique to gas turbine validation.

• Provide support of machining operations (milling, drilling, turning)

• Create detailed 3D models of precision hardware, component specifications, and drawings, including utilizing PLM for formal documentation and revision control.

• Perform mechanical analysis & engineering calculations of components including strain/stress, thermal, and vibration analysis.

• Provide mechanical design and system process review of validation equipment. Review, evaluate, and approve supplier analyses & designs working with Sourcing to ensure cost effective design solutions.

• Ensure compliance with applicable local & international codes and standards (such as ASME, ASTM, ATEX, NEC, EU Norms, etc.).

• Be responsible for the safety, quality, delivery, and cost of new or modified designs. Complete design reviews and system development in coordination with the Chief Engineering Office (CEO) and Controlled Title Holders (CTH), including utilizing PLM and DRB for final approvals and revision control.

• Supervise and assist with construction/fabrication of new/upgrade sensor hardware & measurement equipment, including machining processes.

• Collaborate with Test Engineers and Gas Power Engineering (GPE) design team members to plan, implement and execute customer tests across CDT facilities.

• Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

• Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline from an accredited university or college

• Minimum of 5+ years of engineering experience working with gas turbine technology.

Desired Characteristics

• Proficiency in solid modeling using CAD software (UG, Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360)

• Working knowledge of machining operations (milling, drilling, turning)

• Familiarity with 3D printing and rapid prototyping methods

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and solid models

• Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills are essential for effective teamwork and technical traceability.

• Strict adherence to GE Vernova safety practices, including The Life Saving Rules

• Strong interest/knowledge around measurement technology & metrology for gas turbines.

• Experience in measurement technology development including mechanical design analysis of the hardware.

• Knowledge and understanding of gas turbine shroud hardware design, repair and life constraints including thermal/mechanical implications, as well as turbine clearances.

• Knowledge and ability to perform machining processes with machines including mill, lathe, surface grinde