Product Definition engineer

GE Vernova, Inc.; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Product Definition Engineer to translate complex blade concepts into precise technical documentation, driving projects from design through industrialization. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, and sourcing, ensuring smooth prototyping and startup at Proto build facilities.

The role demands strong BOM management, GD&T expertise, and PLM proficiency, with a focus on delivering high‑quality outputs on demanding timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably large‑scale composites or turbine blades.
• Proven track record leading the product definition phase for at least 1 full NPI cycle.

Responsibilities

• Create CAD models and drawings for blade components and design changes.
• Produce manufacturing and quality documentation for blade components and processes.
• Perform stack‑up analysis to meet design requirements.
• Provide on‑site support for proto builds, test blades, and 0‑series production startup.
• Conduct design/analysis/evaluation per engineering principles and project needs.
• Participate as presenter or reviewer in technical/program reviews.
• Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and maintain data integrity in PLM systems.

Skills

BOM Management

Tolerance Analysis

Manufacturing docs

CAD Mastery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace

Tools

Siemens NX

CATIA

Teamcenter

Enovia

Job description

Job Description Summary

At GE Vernova, we are accelerating the energy transition by tackling one of the greatest challenges of our time—bringing reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to the world. As a Product Definition Engineer, you won’t just be designing components; you will be helping to engineer the future of wind energy. Joining our team means working at the intersection of cutting‑edge technology and global impact, where your contributions directly support the decarbonization of our planet.

The Product Definition Engineer plays a pivotal role in the end‑to‑end lifecycle of our wind turbine blades. You will be responsible for translating complex design concepts into precise, high‑quality technical documentation that drives our development projects from initial design through to industrialization. A key aspect of this role is your presence at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing—you will provide critical design verification during the production startup at our Proto build factories, ensuring our innovations transition seamlessly from the drawing board to the field.

To be successful in this position, you must be a proactive bridge‑builder. You will secure high‑quality design outputs by fostering close, cross‑functional collaboration with internal stakeholders—including Engineering, Process Engineering, Global Equipment Engineering, Quality, and Sourcing—as well as our external partners. If you are a detail‑oriented problem solver who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering engineering excellence within demanding project timelines, we invite you to join us in shaping the next generation of wind energy.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Creation of CAD models and drawings for the blade components and change in design implementation & management
• Creation of manufacturing and quality documentation of the blade component/process
• Stack‑up analysis to achieve various design requirements
• On‑site support to ensure smooth start‑up of testblade, prototype and 0‑series production and supports in validation on the design and documentation during protobuild.
• Executes the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews
• Utilizes in‑depth knowledge of a technical discipline, analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.

Basic Requirements

• Academic Background:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace from an accredited university.
• Professional Experience:Minimum of5 yearsof experience in mechanical design. Specifically focused on large‑scale composite structures or turbine blade components will be advantage.
• Product Lifecycle:Proven track record of leading the product definition phase for at least1 full NPI (New Product Introduction)cycles, from conceptual design through to serial production.

Technical Expertise and Product Definition Experience

• BOM Management:Demonstrated experience managing complexEBOMs (Engineering Bill of Materials)and MBOM containing500+ line items, ensuring 100% accuracy in parts integration and downstream manufacturing handoffs.
• Tolerance Analysis:Proficiency in performingStack‑up Analysisand applyingGD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)per ASME Y14.5 standards to ensure a95% first‑time yieldduring assembly.
• Manufacturing/Product documentation : Proficiency in building the manufacturing and other product documentation needed for manufacturing the blades in a factory
• CAD Mastery: Modeling experience inSiemens NX or CATIA specifically with surfacing and large assembly management.
• PLM Systems:Experience in using PLM software (e.g., Teamcenter or Enovia) for version control, change management (ECR/ECN), and data integrity.

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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.

• 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
• Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus
• The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas

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.