Installation Engineer

GE Vernova; South Carolina; On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

12 paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova in the United States seeks a mechanical engineer to advance concepts through engineering methods, testing, and analysis of mechanical systems.

You will work in a collaborative, international environment, with opportunities in rotordynamics, CAD/FEA, and renewable energy initiatives. A strong problem-solving mindset and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical or related engineering.
• Passionate about renewable energy and sustainability.
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis and CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual analyses for design, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems.
• Analyze static and dynamic behavior (rotordynamics, vibrations) of components.
• Develop conceptual knowledge and provide support with specialized expertise.
• Follow established procedures; seek guidance for non-defined tasks.
• Collaborate and communicate with teams; interface with customers as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Structured problem solving

Learning agility

Finite Element Analysis

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical or related Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA software

Job description

Job Description Summary

Activities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies. Work in this family typically has the objective of demonstrating through test or analyses the performance and implementation potential of a concept

Accountable for the quality of own work. Subject to direct operations supervision/prescribed work instructions/systems checking. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conceptual or theoretical activities related to the principles of engineering, physics, and materials science for the design, analysis, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems. Includes the analysis of static (structural) and dynamic (rotordynamics, vibrations) behaviour of mechanical systems
• Developing conceptual knowledge of professional discipline. May include support roles with specialized expertise or technical knowledge in broad area.
• Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience. Understands how work of own team contributes to the area.
• Resolves issues using established procedures. Consults supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
• Collaborates with others to solve issues. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Exchanges technical information, asks questions and checks for understanding.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited university or college in mechanical or related Engineering.

Desired Characteristics

• Highly motivated, self-starter, energetic, positive, flexible in changing environments.
• Ability to demonstrate a structured approach to problem solving, learning agility
• Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate technical problems in clear and simple terms
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in project teams in an international environment
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis and CAD software
• Passionate about renewable energy and/or sustainability

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $72,000 and $108,000. 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 10/15/2026 .

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.

GE is an equal opportunity employer. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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 protect