Lead Mechanical Steampath Design Engineer (m/w/d)

PW1427 GE Energy Switzerland GmbH; Baden; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Mechanical Steampath Design Engineer to own the design of mechanical steampath components for steam turbines, applying reaction and impulse blading technology. You will design and assess blades and components for replacement-in-kind, service, and retrofit projects.

As part of a global team, you will develop best practices, review technical documentation, and provide manufacturing support, while collaborating with senior engineers and suppliers, including occasional

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on steam turbine technology.
• Strong experience in steam turbine blades, steampath components, and mechanical design.
• Demonstrated knowledge of blade design, manufacturing, analysis and industry standards.

Aufgaben

• Design and analyse steam turbine blades and components across various applications.
• Review documentation for replacement-in-kind, service and retrofit projects.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to develop best practices and standards.
• Provide manufacturing support and root cause analysis for component failures.
• Mentor junior engineers and uphold safety, quality and delivery targets.

Kenntnisse

Steam turbine design

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

Project leadership

English communication

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (steam turbine focus)

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

Tools

Siemens NX

CATIA V5

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary

As a Lead Mechanical Steampath Design Engineer (m/w/d) within our Steam Power Services ITR Engineering organization at GE Vernova, you will take technical ownership for the design of mechanical steampath components for steam turbines using reaction and impulse blading technology. In this role, you will design and assess steam turbine blades and mechanical steampath components, including record searches, configuration assessments, and reviews of technical design documentation for replacement-in-kind, service, and retrofit projects. As part of a global team, you will contribute with your expertise to help deliver reliable, efficient, and sustainable power to customers worldwide.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Apply sound engineering principles and relevant standards to design and analyse steam turbine blades and components across a wide range of applications, from small industrial units to large nuclear steam turbines.
• Understand the configuration and operating history of steam turbine units in service through record searches and data analysis.
• Perform complex checks on blade assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Adapt and optimize legacy designs to improve manufacturability, incorporate modern materials, and enhance reliability.
• Develop, capture, and maintain best working practices in collaboration with senior engineers, subject matter experts, and global engineering teams.
• Create and review technical documentation for the manufacturing of steam turbine blades for replacement-in-kind and upgrade/retrofit projects, applying the latest state-of-the-art manufacturing processes.
• Provide manufacturing support and contribute to root cause analysis of component and system failures, particularly for turbine blades, including the definition and implementation of corrective actions.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to early-career engineers, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration.
• Communicate effectively within the engineering community and with project management, sourcing, and suppliers to support project and business objectives.
• Undertake occasional international travel to other engineering sites and suppliers, as required.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on steam turbine technology, or a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with relevant professional experience.
• Strong professional experience in steam turbine technology, with a focus on steam turbine blades, steampath components, and mechanical design.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge in steam turbine blade design, manufacturing, analysis, and relevant industry standards.

Desired Characteristics

• Systematic and structured approach to work, with strong attention to detail, documentation quality, and configuration control.
• Proven experience creating and reviewing state-of-the-art manufacturing documentation (e.g., 3D models, drawings, specifications, and part list structures).
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD tools (Siemens NX and CATIA V5 preferred); familiarity with other engineering software is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to clearly present complex technical topics to diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative and inclusive team player.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or work packages in parallel, prioritize effectively, and meet commitments in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal and technical leadership skills.
• Pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset, focused on delivering practical, robust engineering outcomes that meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with a drive to enhance processes, standards, and tools across the organization.

Additional Information

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