Wind Blade Structural Engineer

gevernova; South Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to support the design and analysis of the composite wind turbine blade structure, owning FEA activities using ABAQUS, PATRAN, and in-house tools. You will work with the Lead Structural Engineer to deliver results from pre-design to factory implementation, travel up to 20%, and contribute to root-cause analysis and design reviews.

Relocation assistance is provided; pay range is $80k-$120k with geographic differentials; GE Vernova is an Equal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Structural Engineering from a reputed university.
• Global experience with cross-functional teams across cultures.
• Fluent in English, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Own composite structure design and analysis for NPI blade, balancing performance, cost, and quality.
• Collaborate with Lead Structural Engineer to deliver FEA results within tight timelines.
• Perform ABAQUS and PATRAN FEA analyses and interpret results for design iterations.
• Identify design risks from 3D FEA and propose mitigation plans.
• Document FEA findings to meet certification and internal criteria for blade structure.
• Coordinate with Test and Validation centers to ensure required FEA for test blades.
• Participate in technical discussions with customers and certification bodies on blade structure.
• Lead or contribute to design reviews and root-cause analysis for blade failures.

Skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal

Global cross-functional collaboration

Fluent English (verbal & written)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace or Civil Structural Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace or Civil Engineering (Structural)

Job description

Job Description Summary

As Structural Design Engineer, you will support design and analysis of structure model of a composite wind turbine blade with accountability & ownership for assigned responsibilities through fundamental understanding of FEA methods & processes. In this role, you will utilize your experience to independently execute FEA activities during different phase of product design by providing clear and timely results. Further, you are expected to develop self-expertise on design and analysis methods & processes for smooth task execution.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Own composite structure design & analysis for NPI blade and develop design solutions that are competitive in performance, cost, and quality.
• Partner closely with Lead Structural Engineer to deliver FEA results within stringent timeline from predesign phase to implementation in factory.
• Perform FEA analysis of composite structure concepts using ABAQUS, PATRAN & In-house tools.
• Highlight critical design risks for failure modes related to 3D FE evaluation and suggest mitigation plan.
• Ensure documentation of FEA results on final design to ensure fulfilment of all certification and internal design criterions for the blade structure.
• Collaborate with Test and Validation center of excellence to ensure necessary FEA evaluation for Test blade by ensuring all regulatory compliance and internal test requirements.
• Support in technical discussions/meetings related to blade structure with customers and/or certification bodies and represent GEV.
• Lead and/or participate as a presenter and/or reviewer in structure design reviews.
• Contribute towards root cause analysis of blade failures and identify design related corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace or Civil Structural Engineering from a reputed university
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Global experience with proven ability to work with international and/or cross-functional teamsacross cultural boundaries
• Fluent in English, Verbal & Written

Desired Characteristics

• Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace or Civil Engineering with specialization in Structural stream from a reputed university

• Solid background in mechanical design with sound engineering fundamentals.
• Proficient in structural finite element analysis using ABAQUS/PATRAN with focus on results interpretation and presentation for faster design iterations.
• Familiarity with GD&T, 2D Drawings, Teamcenter, Work Instructions with some understanding of Product Lifecycle Management
• Ability and willingness to learn legacy design processes, safety factors, materials.
• Demonstrated ability to work in global & cross functional projects, with timely update to stakeholders on assigned responsibilities
• Proactive, self-motivated, and innovative in approach with focus on possibilities than limitations
• Willingness to travel (domestic/international) at short notice for around 20% of time
  Note:
  To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years’ experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

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 $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. 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 06, 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.