Lead Engineer - Mechanical Component & Analysis

A01242 GE Gas Turbines (Greenville) L.L.C.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Health Coach access (GE Vernova)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to lead design and analysis for gas turbine hardware in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. You will perform stress and modal analyses, participate in validation testing, and drive improvements with lean practices across engineering, manufacturing and sourcing teams.

The role emphasizes mentorship, technical ownership, and adherence to NPI processes while delivering reliable, high‑quality solutions for critical power systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with ANSYS and NX for mechanical design/analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and Excel VBA for data analysis.
• Lean mindset with familiarity with AI-driven tools and collaborative design.

Responsibilities

• Design & Analysis: perform mechanical design and analysis (stress, modal, lifing) for gas turbine components and related systems.
• Technical Stewardship: own mechanical hardware, conduct validation testing, and assess designs for thermal growth, manufacturing variation, and assembly stack‑up.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: work with engineering, manufacturing, and sourcing teams to optimize subsystems and components.
• Continuous Improvement: lead root cause analyses to improve reliability, quality, and yield; apply Lean methods to streamline processes.
• Project Delivery: manage milestones through technical reviews and ensure compliance with NPI practices.
• Mentorship: coach team members and build strong stakeholder relationships including senior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design

Stress analysis

Modal analysis

Lifing analysis

Root cause analysis

Lean principles

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

ANSYS

NX

Python

Excel VBA

Job description

Job Description Summary

At GE Vernova, we are tackling some of the world's most challenging energy problems. Joining our team means you will work on technology that powers the world, surrounded by people who are committed to safety, innovation, and sustainability. We believe that diverse perspectives drive the best solutions; that is why we foster an inclusive environment where your voice is heard, your curiosity is encouraged, and your professional development is a priority. We offer the opportunity to take true technical ownership of complex hardware while working alongside world‑class experts who are dedicated to mentoring the next generation of engineering leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Analysis: Execute mechanical design and analysis (stress, modal, lifing) for assigned components in gas turbines, steam, generators, and accessory systems.
• Technical Stewardship: Take ownership of mechanical hardware; perform validation testing; and evaluate designs for factors like thermal growth, manufacturing variation, and assembly stack‑up to ensure optimal product behavior.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering experts, manufacturing, and sourcing teams to optimize sub‑systems and components.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead root cause analyses (RCA) to improve reliability, quality, and yield. Apply Lean principles to streamline processes and drive innovation.
• Project Delivery: Manage milestones through formal/informal technical reviews, ensuring compliance with NPI processes and design practices.
• Mentorship: Foster a collaborative environment by coaching team members and building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Principal and Chief Engineers.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering experience.

Eligibility Requirements

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.

Desired Qualifications

• Additional 1‑2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Technical proficiency in engineering software (ANSYS, NX) and programming languages (Python, Excel VBA) for data analysis.
• A “Lean” mindset, familiarity with AI‑driven tools, and a passion for innovative design.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a transparent approach to project management and problem‑solving.

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.

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: 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 September 18, 2026.

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage;
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse‑based resource;
• 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.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

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