Lead Engineer – Mechanical Design

GE-Vernova-; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE-Vernova- in Chennai is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the LV Drives mechanical design, packaging electrical components, and drive development from concept to validation.

The role requires 10–15 years of hands-on experience, strong CAD and GD&T skills, and the ability to work with global teams in a matrix environment. Relocation assistance is provided. Fluent English communication and a proactive, self-starting approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (CAD design preferred).
• 10–15 years of LV/MV drives mechanical design experience.
• Experience in requisition engineering and cost-reduction (VA/VE).
• Proficiency in CAD tools, sheet metal design, and GD&T.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Concept and basic mechanical design, packaging of electrical components.
• Lead LV Drives product mechanical design and development.
• Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing to meet timelines.
• Detail engineering and validation of designs.
• NPI, localization, and development of drives products – mechanical.
• Cost out activities and DMP.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s/Master in Mechanical Engineering (CAD design preferred)

Tools

CAD tools

Sheet metal design

GD&T

Job description

Job Description Summary

Role Summary / Purpose :
Product Design/Requisition Engineering of LV Drives products - Mechanical

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

Concept and Basic Mechanical design – Packaging of Electrical components

Leading LV Drives product mechanical design

Working with supply chain and manufacturing team to meet project timeline

Holding responsible for Detail engineering and Validation of design

NPI, Localization and Development of Drives products – Mechanical

Cost out & DMP activities.

Qualifications / Requirements:

Bachelors/Master Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/CAD design Preferred)

Mechanical Design with Development expertise (10-15 Years) in LV/MV drives

Experience and In-depth knowledge in requisition engineering and cost reduction exercise – Localization and VA/VE

Expertise in new conceptualization, layout and equipment design/optimization with required technical specification.

Good knowledge in CAD tools, Sheet metal design and international standards/GD&T

Exposure to Manufacturing process and Quality standards

Ensure OTD /FTY of deliverables.

Technical and Risk management experience

Demonstrate leadership and ability to motivate others to achieve results, strong influencing skills

Lead experience to work with cross-functional teams and global assignments.

Self-starter, Initiator & Solution finder for critical problems with high motivation

Excellent presentation and communication skills

Fluent in English

Desired Characteristics

Good knowledge and understanding in Simulation tools.

Exposure in DFMEA & DFM will be an added advantage.

Six sigma – DMAIC or DFSS will be an added advantage.

Ability to energize teams and perceives change as an opportunity.

Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse and highly matrix environment.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes