Lead Test Specialist – Emissions Development and Testing

GE Vernova; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 89,300 - 148,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova in Greenville, SC seeks a Lead Test Engineer for Emissions Technology and Testing to set up, validate, and operate emissions equipment for gas turbines and combustion systems.

You will mentor the team, lead root cause analyses, and collaborate with design/test engineers to advance measurement systems and data analysis capabilities, ensuring safety and ISO compliance.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Sciences.
• Minimum of 3 years direct experience with measurement, emissions technology and analysis and a minimum of 5 years overall engineering experience.
• Strong and broad knowledge of analyzers used to measure emissions and fuel constituents and sample conditioning systems.
• Knowledge of Gas Turbine combustors.
• Knowledge of data acquisition measurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up, validate, troubleshoot, and operate emissions equipment and sampling systems for gas turbines and combustion systems.
• Work with various analyzers and instruments to measure gaseous emissions and fuel constituents.
• Develop and implement new emissions measurement systems to meet testing requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the team.
• Lead root cause analysis studies when needed.

Skills

Emissions measurement

Data acquisition

Root Cause Analysis

Mentoring/leadership

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Sciences

Master's degree in Engineering or Sciences

Tools

Gas chromatograph

Mass spectrometer

FTIR/Infrared analyzers

Data acquisition systems

Instrumentation for temp/pressure/flow

Job description

Job Description

Essential Function

• Lead Test Engineer – Emissions Technology and Testing will setup, validate, troubleshoot, and operate emissions equipment and sampling systems to measure emissions from gas turbines and combustion systems and also measure fuel gas constituents.
• Work with instruments which includes, but not limited to, chemiluminescence, paramagnetic, infrared, flame ionization type of instruments as well as gas chromatograph, mass spectrometer and Fourier Transform Infrared Analyzer.
• Use equipment to measure, but not limited to, gaseous emissions of nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, unburned hydrocarbons, oxygen, water vapor, volatile organic compounds, formaldehyde, smoke, etc., and fuel gas constituents such as hydrogen, methane, carbon monoxide, ethane, propane, butane, etc.
• Work with test and design engineers to develop and implement new emissions measurement systems as needed to meet CDT COE testing requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team.
• Participate and lead Root Cause Analysis studies as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• BS in Engineering or Sciences.
• Minimum of 3 years direct experience with measurement, emissions technology and analysis and a minimum of 5 years overall engineering experience.
• Strong and broad knowledge of analyzers used to measure emissions and fuel constituents and sample conditioning systems.
• Knowledge of Gas Turbine combustors.
• Knowledge of data acquisition measurement systems.

Desired Characteristics:

• Master of Science degree in Engineering or Sciences.
• Experience working with data systems design and development to support testing of gas & steam turbines, generators, and standards both in the field and laboratory environment.
• Experience with data acquisition, analysis and data reduction.
• Knowledge of instrumentation to measure temperature, pressure, flow, static and dynamic state, dynamic pressure, vibration, and accelerometers, etc., digital signal processing and computerized data acquisition systems.
• Familiar with government agencies such as EPA and government test methods.
• Basic understanding of programming languages such as C/C++/LabVIEW/Python/MatLAB and their uses in data acquisition and data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of emissions analyzers and fuel sampling systems, which consist of pipe and stainless steel and Teflon tubing, heated sampling lines and controllers, manual and automatic valves, regulators, flow meters, pumps, filters, water separators, chillers (sample conditioning), compression fittings, and other similar equipment.
• Strong knowledge of pressurized sampling systems and troubleshooting skills (mechanical aptitude).
• Strong comprehension of pressurized gas handling procedures and safety awareness.
• Knowledge of ISO and safety awareness. Need to know safe handling of pressurized gas cylinders and have a basic understanding of flammable, non-flammable, and hazardous chemicals such as carbon monoxide, methane, propane, and others. ISO compliance in following procedures and maintaining documentation for items such as equipment calibrations, inventory tracking, and test checklists.
• Experience in test measurement, emissions measurement system design and data analysis.
• Knowledge of industry and internal GE capabilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work well with all organizational levels, both inside and outside GE Vernova.
• Ability to plan and manage projects that further the knowledge and capability of the business.

General:

The Component and Development Test (C&DT) CoE is responsible for the design and execution of critical test programs with the objective of acquiring high quality design data that will facilitate the development of world class products for the GE Power. C&DT uses state-of-the-art measurement and acquisition solutions to support worldwide test programs covering product and services applications in Gas, Steam, Generator, Wind and Aeroderivatives. Additionally, C&DT conducts Advanced Technology testing to provide fundamental design data and leads the transition of new measurement technology from the research stage to practical application.

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 July 21, 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.