Senior Seismic Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Engineering

-; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Seismic Specialist Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems for HVDC Valve products. This role involves collaborating with engineers to ensure compliance with seismic standards, leading analysis and testing, and orchestrating documentation for certification. Suitable candidates should have extensive experience in seismic analysis, proficiency in CAD and FEA tools, and strong leadership abilities. This opportunity offers a platform for innovation and skill development in the power engineering sector.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading engineering teams.
• Experience with electrical/mechanical equipment seismic analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis for HVDC Valve products.
• Validate seismic qualification analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product compliance.

Skills

Seismic analysis and testing

CAD software proficiency (Creo or similar)

FEA tools experience (ANSYS preferred)

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

FEA Tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a Senior Seismic specialist Mechanical Engineer, you will report to the HVDC Valve Engineering Leader within the Product Delivery Group (PDG) of Grid Systems Integration (GSI) in GE Vernova. The purpose of the role is to lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems and structures for our HVDC Valve products that must meet stringent seismic and structural requirements. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including electrical engineers, cooling engineers, and external compliance experts to ensure that our products are robust, compliant, and manufacturable.

Job Description

Scope of the role: You will review and validate seismic qualification analyses (e.g., response spectrum, time‑history analysis) in accordance with standards such as IEEE 693, ASCE 7. Lead the team to deliver documentation packages for seismic certification through testing or analysis (including FEA and shake table test coordination). Collaborate with third‑party labs for seismic testing and certification ensuring GE get best value and drive the delivery. Lead structural analysis and design reviews for compliance with regional and global seismic codes. Lead the interaction with site and quality teams to ensure DFM (Design for Manufacture) and structural integrity during installation. Contribute to thermal and vibration analysis in conjunction with seismic requirements. Validate and approve the materials and supplied parts and specify fasteners, supports, damping materials, and anchorage systems for seismic performance. Approve documentation of designs, test results, and engineering change orders.

The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated, dynamic and rapidly growing team of engineers working on the project activities related to HVDC applications. 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 skills and personal development within an internationally recognised expert in this exciting field. Whilst ideally based at the HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford this role could be located at any of the GE sites but would then involve regular travel to the UK.

Candidate profile

The candidate will probably be educated to degree level in mechanical engineering. However, this is not as important as a proven track record and evidence that you have the experience and abilities to perform the role.

Candidates should have detailed experience with seismic analysis and testing for electrical/mechanical equipment. It is key that the candidate has experience at a senior level to demonstrate they can lead an engineering team.

Highly skilled in CAD software (Creo, or similar) and FEA tools (ANSYS preferred, or SAP2000). Able to read and interpret technical drawings and communicate these to non‑technical audience.

Have familiarity with industry seismic standards (IEEE 693) and the materials used in high‑voltage environments.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Team leadership, ability to develop and mentor junior engineers.
• EHS compliance ability – qualifications related to safety and the environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience of electrical transmission, HVDC or related industry.
• Qualifications in leadership or management.
• High attention to detail.
• Has been involved in new product introduction / R&D programs.
• Willing and able to travel globally (potentially including off shore / sea platforms) for short periods of time.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No