Senior Gearbox Engineer ( m/f/d)

GE Vernova; Salzbergen; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement Savings Plan (401(k))

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Senior Gearbox Engineer in Germany to design, analyze, validate and support gearbox systems across development, manufacturing and service.

You will lead technical work, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, cost-effective drivetrain solutions. Applicants should have a mechanical engineering degree and extensive gearbox experience, with strong knowledge of gear loading, bearings, lubrication, and failure analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Significant experience in gearbox, drivetrain, or rotating equipment systems.
• Knowledge of gearbox design principles, loading, bearings, lubrication, tribology, fatigue, and failure mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Lead gearbox engineering activities across concept, design, analysis, validation, and product support phases.
• Perform technical calculations, design reviews, and failure analysis for gearboxes and drivetrain components.
• Support prototype builds, qualification testing, validation, and issue resolution.
• Conduct root cause analysis for field failures and define corrective actions.
• Develop and review specifications, drawings, analysis reports, test plans, and change packages.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, service, and program teams to ensure robust, manufacturable designs.

Skills

Gearbox design

Finite element analysis

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CAD systems

Engineering analysis tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Senior Gearbox Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, development, validation, and technical support of gearbox systems and related drivetrain components. This role applies advanced engineering knowledge to solve complex technical problems, improve product performance and reliability, and support cross-functional execution across new product development, manufacturing, quality, and field support. The position is expected to provide technical leadership, influence design and program decisions, and contribute to the development of engineering standards and best practices.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities :

• Lead and execute gearbox engineering activities across concept, design, analysis, validation, and product support phases
• Perform technical calculations, detailed design reviews, and failure analysis for gearboxes and associated drivetrain components
• Support prototype builds, qualification testing, validation, and issue resolution
• Conduct root cause analysis for field failures, warranty claims, and customer issues, and define corrective actions
• Develop and review technical documentation including specifications, drawings, analysis reports, test plans, and design change packages
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, service, and program teams to ensure designs are robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective
• Apply engineering judgment to resolve complex technical issues and recommend solutions that may extend beyond established parameters
• Provide technical direction, coaching, and mentoring to junior engineers and project team members
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and product reliability

Qualifications / Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Significant relevant engineering experience in gearbox, drivetrain, rotating equipment, or closely related mechanical systems
• Strong knowledge of gearbox design principles, gear loading, bearings, lubrication, tribology, fatigue, and failure mechanisms
• Experience with engineering analysis tools, CAD systems, and validation/testing methods
• Proven ability to manage complex technical problems, prioritize work, and make sound engineering decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, matrixed environment
• Demonstrated ability to mentor others and provide technical leadership

Desired Characteristics :

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent advanced experience
• Experience in wind turbine gearbox engineering or industrial gearbox design
• Familiarity with FMEA, reliability engineering, design for manufacturability, and root cause analysis methods
• Strong business acumen and understanding of product cost, quality, and delivery tradeoffs
• Ability to influence without authority and build consensus across teams
• Strong ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset

GE-Level Alignment

This role is typically aligned to a professional/technical level position with senior individual contributor expectations, where the incumbent:

Uses specialized technical knowledge to influence engineering direction and implementation

Works with moderate autonomy within established engineering frameworks

Solves moderately to highly complex technical problems

Collaborates across functions and may mentor less experienced colleagues

Contributes to technical strategy, product improvement, and operational execution

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113.200 and $188.800. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on 25.09.2026.

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

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No