Lead Mechanical Engineer

GE Vernova, Inc.; Creswell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their HVDC team. This role involves mechanical development and analysis, supporting industrialisation, and conducting simulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline along with proficiency in CAD tools like Creo. The position includes opportunities for innovation and knowledge sharing within a dynamic engineering environment. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate level mechanical engineering expertise with technical understanding.
• Ability to think innovatively and apply engineering knowledge.
• Desire to learn new skills and share knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical development and analysis of power electronic converter valves for HVDC.
• Perform mechanical engineering calculations and simulations.
• Support industrialisation, site works, and commissioning.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles understanding

FEA tools familiarity

Proficient with 3D CAD tools

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Science

Tools

Creo Simulate

Ansys

Creo 4.0

Job description

Job Description Summary

As part of the Mechanical Engineering team based in Stafford you will report to the Mechanical Engineering Team Leader within the HVDC Valve Converter Engineering function. The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated, and dynamic team of engineers working on the development and deployment of existing and new power electronics applications for power systems, particularly for HVDC converters and the forthcoming “HVDC Grid”. This is a very exciting and dynamic field of power engineering in which GE’s leading contribution has worldwide recognition.

The role gives an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate to innovate, expand their design skill and personal development within an internationally recognised company in this exciting field. Whilst based at the HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford there will be some international travel to collaborate with other GE teams, test laboratories, strategic suppliers and contract customers.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Mechanical development and analysis of power electronic converter valves for HVDC
• Perform mechanical engineering calculations and simulations, with a focus on stress analysis of solids.
• Application of specifications into key components such as structural steel and composites, cooling systems, corona shields & insulators to capture and translate design intent to stakeholders.
• Support industrialisation, site works and commissioning.
• Issue, review and approve drawings.
• Issue, review and approve design documentation.
• Carry out validation and contribute to reporting of tests.
• Innovation of new technical ideas for patent applications.
• Integration with other engineering departments for product development and project teams.
• Industrialisation of the validated design by interacting with stakeholders.
• Actively broadening and deepening HVDC knowledge and sharing specialised expertise to other engineers of any level.
• Strict adherence to standards and legislation.
• Promotion and adherence to EHS policies within the team.
• Occasional global travel for product validations and supply chain integration & site support.

The Person

The candidate requires mechanical engineering expertise at graduate level or equivalent experience, with a good level of the technical understanding of general mechanical engineering.

The candidate will typically be educated to degree-level, or above, in a discipline such as mechanical engineering or science. The applicants may have some career experience in mechanical engineering.

The candidate should demonstrate an ability to think innovatively and apply engineering knowledge.

An enquiring mind and desire to learn new skills, an ability to apply different engineering methods and a willingness to share knowledge are essential qualities.

Skills and Experience

• Good understanding of the application of mechanical engineering principles such as stress analysis and calculations
• Familiarity with the application of FEA tools, such as Creo Simulate or Ansys
• Familiarity with Seismic studies under different standard such as IEEE693
• Proficient with 3D CAD tools, preferably Creo 4.0 or over and Windchill PDMlink
• Aware of mechanical design to external standards (e.g. BSI, ISO, IEC, EN…)
• Aware of industrialisation constraints
• Familiar with detail manufacturing drawings and drawings templates
• Aware of requirements capture principles
• Competent specification & report writing such as technical notes
• Aware of EHS compliance in design and engineering
• Strong problem‑solving skills

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No