Mechanical Engineer – Fleet Reliability and Operations, Hydroelectric Industry

GE Vernova

. Conduct site visits to assess existing turbine and/or generator condition .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Hydro Turbine and Generator design, condition assessment, and project documentation. Capable of effectively communicating with teams and customers while resolving technical issues during project phases and warranty periods.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Hydro Turbine And Generator DesignCondition AssessmentMechanical Engineering DegreePE LicenseFinite Element Simulation

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Hard Skills

Strength Of Materials CalculationMetallurgy KnowledgeWelding ProcessesSite AssessmentDocumentation Preparation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

PE License

Industry Keywords

Hydro BusinessFleet ReliabilityOperation And Maintenance ContractsCommissioning And TestingWarranty Resolution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct site visits to assess existing turbine and/or generator condition
Supervise signature tests on units before disassembly at site
Participate in daily calls with site teams to answer questions and anticipate problems
Provide additional work recommendations after dismantling and inspection of existing components
Review and approve site record sheets
Resolve non-conformities and general issues
Conduct site visits during critical project phases
Support commissioning and testing phases
Resolve issues during warranty periods
Provide feedback from experience to the design team
Serve as the main site contact for operation and maintenance contracts
Design and prepare related documentation for service projects
Support customers with condition assessment, spare parts, part refurbishment, and partial unit refurbishment
Work within GE Vernova's Hydro division Fleet Reliability & Operation team on hydro turbine and generator rehabilitation and new projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the hydro business
Willingness and ability to travel in North America and around the world
Ability to work remotely in a team and communicate effectively
Must comply with pre-employment screening, including reference verification and background check
Must have unrestricted USA work authorization
Knowledge of Hydro Turbine and Generator design and erecting methods
Knowledge of calculation methods related to strength of materials, finite element simulation, metallurgy, and welding processes
PE license preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and 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
Company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development opportunities
Relocation assistance not provided