Materials Engineer

GE Vernova; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Health Coach

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Disability benefits

12 holidays

Permissive time off

Job summary

GE Vernova in Greenville, NC seeks a Materials Engineer to develop, characterize, and validate materials used in wind turbine blades. You will own material qualification and work with cross-functional teams to ensure structural integrity.

The role requires knowledge of composite testing, collaboration with design and sourcing, and travel up to 10%. GE Vernova offers comprehensive benefits and a strong development environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in materials science or a related field is required.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Experience with composite materials testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, and validate materials for wind blades.
• Collaborate with design and sourcing teams on material solutions.
• Support root-cause analysis and factory issue resolution.
• Provide work instructions for test specimen fabrication.
• Assist in introducing new materials to global production.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written communication

Material testing

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Materials Science Engineering or related field

Job description

# Job Description Summary

The materials and validation 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 understanding of composite material behavior and the testing needed to determine material properties. As an engineer within the materials and validation team, you will be responsible for the qualification and characterization of materials used within wind turbine blades.

As a member of this team, you will be performing a critical role to ensure the structural integrity of future GE Vernova wind blades by defining requirements for materials. Team members should have a drive to find innovate new materials to improve current and future products. They will contribute to the resolution of field and plant RCA’s where a materials expert is required.

Work will require collaboration with design teams, cross‑functional teams, and other designated experts. Individuals will need to represent materials team requirements when participating in cross‑functional activities. Material engineers should have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of composite material testing and manufacturing methods.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conceptual, or theoretical activities relating to the development, improvement, and usage of materials, coatings, and processes undertaken to build, apply, or shape the materials.


• Works closely with design team members to find material solutions that improve the structural capability and manufacturability of GE Vernova wind blades.


• Collaborates with sourcing team members to find and qualify cheaper materials, new suppliers, and new materials.


• Supports the resolution of factory issues relating to new and existing materials.


• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small testing and validation programs with low risks and resource requirements. Explain information, developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.


• Contributes to the resolution of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activites as they arise.


• Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking.


• Supports test specimen and part fabrication by providing work instructions to shop technicians.


• Aids in introduction of new materials into global production facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Materials Science Engineering or related field from an accredited university.


• Ability and willingness to travel globally up to 10% of the time

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of international codes and standards for composite materials, testing, and compliance.


• Hands‑on experience in composite testing and analysis.


• Experience with material failure modes and analysis techniques.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.


• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive consensus


• Highly motivated and hands‑on.


• Experience with manufacturing practices using composite materials.

Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States of America is required. We will not provide sponsorship for this role now or in the future.

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 $72,000.00 and $108,000.00. 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.