Composite Material Analysis Engineer

GE Vernova; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova in Greenville, NC is seeking a Lead Analysis Engineer to own material characterization and forensic analysis for wind turbine blade materials. You will work with design teams to evaluate solutions that improve structural performance and manufacturability, while supporting RCA activities with deep analytical insights.

You will operate SEM, FTIR, viscometers and other rheological equipment, interpret complex datasets, and mentor colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years in composites with material characterization/analytical chemistry.
• Willing to travel globally up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Characterize and analyze composite materials and resins to support blade development.
• Collaborate with design teams to improve material solutions for performance and manufacturability.
• Resolve factory quality issues via advanced material characterization.
• Operate and maintain SEM, FTIR, viscometers, and rheological equipment.
• Explain complex data to peers and contribute to RCA activities with forensic material data.
• Own analysis projects end-to-end from sample prep to final reporting.

Skills

SEM

FTIR

Rheology

Material characterization

Forensic analysis

RCA experience

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's in Materials Science

Bachelor's in Polymer Science

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Master's in related field

Tools

SEM

FTIR

Viscometer

Rheometer

Job description

Job Description Summary

The materials and labs team is responsible for developing, characterizing, improving, and validating the materials used to fabricate wind turbine blades. Owning the materials within wind blades requires an advanced understanding of composite material chemistry and the analytical techniques needed to determine chemical and physical properties. As a Lead Analysis Engineer within the materials and labs team, you will be responsible for the material characterization and forensic analysis of materials used within wind turbine blades. As a member of this team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of future GE Vernova wind blades by performing advanced material evaluations. Team members should have a drive to innovate new materials and improve current product performance through deep analytical insights. You will contribute to the resolution of field and plant Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities where material expert analysis is required.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conceptual and theoretical activities relating to the chemical and physical characterization of composite materials and resins.
• Work closely with design team members to analyze material solutions that improve the structural capability and manufacturability of wind blades.
• Supports the resolution of factory issues and quality concerns via advanced material characterization techniques.
• Operates and maintains specialized analytical instrumentation, including Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM), Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Viscometers, and other rheological equipment.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience, explaining complex analytical data to bring team members to consensus.
• Contributes to the resolution of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities by providing forensic material data.
• Uses technical experience and analytical thinking to interpret complex datasets and propose material solutions.
• Cradle-to-grave ownership of analysis projects, from sample preparation and instrument setup to data interpretation and final technical reporting.
• Support qualifications of new materials on a need by basis, encompassing writing material validation plans and reports

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in the field of Materials Science, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering or a similar/related field.
• Minimum 5 years with a Bachelor's or 3 years with a Master's degree working in the field of composites, with specific experience in material characterization/analytical chemistry.
• Ability and willingness to travel globally up to 10% of the time.

Desired Characteristics

• Direct experience operating and troubleshooting SEM, FTIR, and rheological equipment.
• Ability and willingness to challenge the status quo to optimize GE products.
• Understanding of RCA methodologies and FMEA approach.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with both senior management and laboratory staff.
• Proven record of being team-oriented and results-driven.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with an ability to translate technical analytical data into actionable engineering insights.

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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 October 12, 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.