Lead Engineer – ST Accessories, Steam Systems

GE Vernova

. Develop design packages for new unit steam accessory systems, including LP steam admission, steam seal/drain/HP exhaust, vacuum breaker, forced air cooling, and dehumidification systems.

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeBengaluru • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical and Thermal Engineering with a focus on Steam Turbine accessory systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Proven ability to manage complex projects, collaborate across teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

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Mechanical Engineering DegreeSteam Turbine Accessory DesignProject Management ToolsKnowledge of ANSI, ASME, ISO StandardsCollaboration and Leadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Steam Seal System DesignHeat Balance AnalysisEngineering CalculationsSystem Component SpecificationVendor Bid EvaluationProcess DesignInstrumentation PreparationDesign Standards ComplianceCost Reduction StrategiesRisk Mitigation Planning

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem Analysis and ResolutionCustomer FocusPositive Thinking

Tools & Technologies

GTCC-PLMAVEVAConfluenceDesign PracticesStandard Work Checklists

Industry Keywords

Combined Cycle Power PlantsGas Based Power PlantsEnvironmental ComplianceHealth and Safety PracticesLEAN Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop design packages for new unit steam accessory systems, including LP steam admission, steam seal/drain/HP exhaust, vacuum breaker, forced air cooling, and dehumidification systems.
Execute projects of varying complexity during Inquiry to Order (ITO) and Order to Remittance (OTR) stages.
Provide outage support and work on ER/NCR cases with team experts.
Prepare design concepts, basic system designs, equipment engineering, schematics, device lists, process designs, interface documents, component specifications, detailed drawings, and engineering calculations.
Design systems for ST products including D650, A650, A200, D600, and D200 steam turbines for combined-cycle power plants.
Ensure designs comply with applicable regulations, codes, standards, GE practices, contractual requirements, environmental requirements, and health and safety practices.
Develop innovative engineering solutions meeting customer CTQs and GE design guidelines.
Handle customer comments, supplier and site issues, and internal and external design reviews.
Oversee third-party engineers and ensure SQDC KPIs and requirements are met.
Prepare GBOMs, catalogues, design practices, design standards, Max Case schematics, standard outline drawings, standard work, and checklists.
Coordinate with Customer Application, Project Engineering, Product Definition, Sourcing, ST flange-to-flange, Requisition teams, customers, suppliers, and site personnel.
Participate in risk reviews and develop mitigation plans during the OTR phase.
Execute deliverables and requisition projects according to customer, compliance, site-specific, and schedule requirements.
Prepare instrumentation, load, and signal change lists.
Design products such as gland steam condensers, steam valves, strainers, blowers, heat exchangers, seal steam heaters, and HP exhaust systems.
Perform calculations and analyses to size valves, motors, blowers, and other system components.
Prepare ordering and functional specifications.
Evaluate vendor bids and resolve deviations from standards and specifications.
Conduct supplier design reviews and review vendor documentation for compliance.
Resolve system design issues with internal and external customers.
Work directly with site teams to resolve plant installation and operation issues.
Drive process improvements, standardization, vendor-dependency reduction, specification updates, and cost reduction.
Develop cost-out and CTO/P2V opportunities.
Provide field installation support and resolve engineering issues through ER cases.
Handle supplier deviation requests, site engineering issues, and corrective actions.
Manage documents in GTCC-PLM.
Champion LEAN principles and continuously improve internal processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Mechanical/Thermal engineering degree OR masters from well recognized university
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in gas based combined cycle OR steam power plants
Design know-how of Steam Turbine accessories systems such as Steam seal system, Drains, Strainers, Control and Stop valves, Vacuum system, Desurperheating system, Exhaust spray system etc.
Knowledge of plant operability and heat balance for combined cycle plant
Know and apply design methods, rules and tools to specify the systems/ components
Specific Knowledge about the relevant codes and standards like ANSI, ASME, ISO, API, HIS, NFPA, HEI, PTC etc.
Knowledge of Interfaces specially on controls systems & electrical interfaces
Good knowledge of engineering, design and project management tools and methods e.g. GTCC-PLM, AVEVA, Confluence etc.
Naturally good at collaboration across the teams to achieve broader objective for the business with strong sense of operational rigor & urgency.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Readiness to travel for workshop inspections
Ability to learn and to understand quickly
Problem analysis and resolution skills
“Customer Focus” and “Total Cost Focus” minded
Steadiness in performance, ability to stand up well under stress, self-motivation, openness to innovations, flexibility
Ability to foresee situations and adapt accordingly
Able to identify solutions to problems and implement them
Positive thinking with proactive approach
Promotes/influences innovative processes, general technical knowledge
Attitude and talent to negotiate and make presentations
Passion for problem solving & continuous improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes