Composite Material Analysis Engineer

GE Vernova; South Carolina; On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Lead Analysis Engineer to own material characterization and forensic analysis for wind turbine blade materials. You will drive advanced evaluations, partner with design teams, and help resolve field and plant RCA activities using deep analytical insight.

The role requires a strong background in materials science and experience with SEM, FTIR, and rheology tools, plus travel up to 10%. GE Vernova emphasizes equal opportunity employment and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years with a Bachelor's or 3 years with a Master's in composites with material characterization/analytical chemistry.
• Willingness to travel globally up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Characterize composites and resins through advanced material analysis.
• Collaborate with design teams to improve blade material solutions.
• Support factory issues and quality concerns via material characterization.
• Operate and maintain SEM, FTIR, viscometers, and rheological equipment.
• Provide forensic material data to RCA activities and final reports.
• Own analysis projects end-to-end from sample prep to reporting.

Skills

SEM operation

FTIR spectroscopy

Rheology equipment

Data interpretation

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Polymer Science or Chemical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SEM

FTIR

Viscometers/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.