Aeroelastic Simulation Engineer

GE Vernova; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GE Vernova in Greenville, SC, is seeking an Aeroelastic Simulation Engineer to perform wind turbine aeroelastic simulations for New Product Development and Fleet Support.

You will develop loads inputs, build aeroelastic models, run analyses, and contribute to certification documentation while advancing tools and methods in accordance with IEC guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 1 to 3 years of wind experience.
• Experience in aeroelastic loads simulations.
• Knowledge of best practices and how SVO team and System Simulations integrates with other technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical loads analyses, controller tunings and trade-offs for new products, cost out, design updates, and fleet support.
• Prepare loads inputs, create the aeroelastic model, run loads analyses and perform postprocessing.
• Perform basic operability checks and frequency domain stability checks.
• Update loads envelopes.
• Hand off model and controller to MLA team for site-specific assessments.
• Perform feasibility studies and develop tech charts.
• Deliver best-in-class loads mitigation and performance optimization technologies to lower LCOE.
• Identify and deliver on ideas for process simplification and tools automation.
• Foster teamwork and learning, driving new methods/ideas for loads and performance improvements.
• Communicate effectively with external customers, regulators and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Aeroelastic loads simulations

Wind turbine experience

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Bladed

HAWC2

Simpack

SDM

Job description

Job Description Summary

Aeroelastic Simulation Engineer role is responsible for wind turbine aero elastic simulations, encompassing New Product Development and Fleet Support as needed.
You will perform state-of-the art simulations, in accordance to Design Practices and IEC guidelines.
You will be responsible for loads execution and tools and methods development as needed. Preparation of certification documentation will be part of the role of the engineer.
The vision of the team is to create robust yet cost-efficient wind turbine product designs by providing best-in-class load assessment, validation, methods and tools. #LI-ML2

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical loads analyses, controller tunings and trade-offs (loads, stability, operation and performance) for new products, cost out, design updates, and fleet support as needed.
• Preparation of loads inputs, creation of the aeroelastic model, execute loads analysis and perform postprocessing is part of the design loop and therefore the responsibilities of the SVO engineer.
• Perform basic operability checks and frequency domain stability checks.
• Update loads envelopes
• Hand off model and controller to MLA team, to execute site specific assessments.
• Perform feasibility studies and develop tech charts.
• Deliver best-in-class loads mitigation and performance optimization technologies to lower Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE)
• Identify and deliver on ideas for process simplification and tools automation
• Cultivate an atmosphere of team building and learning, driving new methods/ideas for loads and performance improvements
• Effectively communicate to external customers & regulators and cross-functionally to sales, product line, and other GE businesses

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• 1 to 3 years of wind experience
• Experience in aeroelastic loads simulations
• Knowledge of best practices and how SVO team and System Simulations integrates with other technical areas

Desired Characteristics

• Master degree from an accredited university in Mechanical engineering, civil engineering or aerospace engineering
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional and global environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of aero-elastic simulation platforms: Bladed, HAWC2, Simpack, SDM
• Experience inwind turbine control technologies, operability & validation
• Expert knowledge on wind turbine component design criteria

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80000,00 and $120000,00. 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 juillet 29, 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.