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Lead Driveline Mechanical Engineer
GE Vernova. Participate in GE Vernova’s Wind Global Machine Head Driveline subsystem team .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design and analysis, particularly in the context of wind turbine components, with a strong focus on reliability, cost optimization, and innovative solutions. Proficient in cross-functional collaboration and project management to drive continuous improvement and technical excellence.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical Engineering Degree3D-CAD Tools (Unigraphics / Siemens NX)Mechanical Analysis and Design ExperienceTechnical Drawings and GD&T KnowledgeProblem Solving Process Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Mechanical DesignComponent Specification DesignSystem Interaction AnalysisTesting and Validation PlansCost-Saving StrategiesDesign for ManufacturabilityFinite Element Analysis (Ansys)Design/Product DevelopmentField Issue ResolutionTechnical Root Cause Analysis
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationProject ManagementInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsAbility to Work Under Pressure
Tools & Technologies
3D-CAD SoftwareFinite Element Analysis ToolsProduct Lifecycle Management Tools
Industry Keywords
Wind Turbine ComponentsMechanical ComponentsManufacturing ProcessesPower Generation ProductsGlobal Project Leadership
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Participate in GE Vernova’s Wind Global Machine Head Driveline subsystem team
- Support main bearing covers and seals and main shaft through conceptual design, detailed design and development, testing, qualification, manufacturing, validation, and installed fleet support
- Execute new product introduction, new technology integration, and field issue resolution projects
- Design build-to-spec seals and build-to-print covers and main shafts for wind turbines
- Perform component specification design, analysis, system interaction, and system reliability work
- Drive lessons learned, best practices, and standardization into design practices, drawings, and technical specifications
- Develop testing and validation plans to prove component function and reliability
- Provide innovative design solutions meeting timing, product cost, and reliability targets
- Ensure quality of new and revised drawings, bills of materials, and specifications
- Work cross-functionally with quality, manufacturing engineering, sourcing, suppliers, field support, and other teams
- Support manufacturing, sourcing, and field teams with design-related issue resolution and corrective actions
- Conduct technical root cause analysis of field failures and identify corrective actions
- Identify and execute cost-saving ideas and strategies
- Introduce advanced technology, materials, manufacturing methods, and design tools/methods to advance yaw subsystem components
- Drive technical excellence and continuous improvement in component design, analysis, cost, and reliability
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Substantial mechanical analysis and design experience in industry
- Working knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing
- Experience with 3D-CAD tools like Unigraphics / Siemens NX
- Excellent communication, project management, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Proven ability to lead global projects with team members across cultural boundaries
- Ability to work under pressure and challenging conditions
- Established problem solving process knowledge and execution
- Strong desire and ability to drive improvement and change
- Fluent English written and spoken
- For roles located in the USA: Must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis; work visa sponsorship is not provided
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (desired)
- Experience with the design and/or application of bearings in rotating equipment (desired)
- Working knowledge of Ansys or other finite element analysis tools (desired)
- Engineering experience in design/product development of mechanical components, preferably wind turbine mechanical components (desired)
- Experience with system design including interface definition, system stiffness, DFMEA, and design for manufacturability, installation, and serviceability (desired)
- Experience with industrial component manufacturing processes (desired)
- Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management processes and tools (desired)
- Proven track record of collaborating with business product managers and suppliers/vendors to optimize component costs and influence purchasing strategy (desired)
- Experience on power generation products (desired)
- Legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening
- Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
Benefits
Comp & perks- Discretionary annual bonus
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
- Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
- Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
- Tuition assistance
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- Permissive time off
- Relocation assistance