GE Vernova · 3 months ago
Lead Mechanical Engineer - Rotor Dynamics
Rugby
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/StaffGE Vernova is a leading company in power conversion technology, and they are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for Rotor Dynamics. The role involves mechanical design of rotating machines and power generation systems for the marine sector, providing product support from initial inquiry to project closure.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Designing rotating machine systems of the highest quality, from the receipt of an order to handover to the customer, while complying with business procedures, standards, and regulations with a high focus on safety throughout
Integration of large electro-mechanical systems to meet environmental and transversal requirements
Planning and executing relevant engineering activities to ensure projects attain on-time delivery, cost, and quality targets, including testing and documentation
Taking part in phase reviews, design reviews, ILS reviews, FMEA, and determining their attendees, objectives and next steps as well as acting as the review chairperson
Liaison with suppliers to produce quotations and support their site activities
Ensuring issued documents have been reviewed and are of the required quality, with adherence to specifications and standards
Qualification
Required
A relevant degree In Electromechanical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent qualifications
Proven track record of designing mechanical systems in a professional engineering environment
Ability to perform basic structural design and calculations, structural design specifications and mechanical Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
A solid understanding of rotor dynamics, such as: torsional and lateral vibration, shaft lines, bearings, mechanical coupling, shock absorption
Excellent knowledge of thermal and fluid dynamics
Experience in testing, verifying and validation of rotating equipment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
An ability to collaborate and work as part of a wider engineering team
Some experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CREO or similar
A basic understanding of electrical and power generation principles
Sole British citizenship with a valid British Passport (“UK Eyes only”)
Possession of or being capable of obtaining SC level security clearance
Preferred
Ability to lead a team of engineers
Some experience in project management or project planning
Prior experience on active magnetic bearings
Benefits
10% Employer Pension Contribution (not subject to individual contribution)
Income protection
Private Health Insurance
Life Assurance
26 days vacation + bank holidays
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
Founded in 2024
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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