GE Vernova · 10 hours ago
Lead Engineer - Thermal Dynamics
Greenville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $149K/yr
5+ years expGE Vernova is a company focused on advanced engineering solutions, and they are seeking a Lead Engineer to contribute to the design and analysis of turbomachinery hardware for gas turbine engines. The role involves performing aerodynamic and thermal analyses, supporting gas turbine design and testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the product life cycle.
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Responsibilities
Perform and analyze aerodynamic, thermal, fluid, and clearance aspects of heavy-duty gas turbine rotating and stationary hardware using GE Vernova’s in-house analysis tools and commercial CFD/FEA software, while developing increasing autonomy in problem-solving under the guidance of a technical leader
Ensure designs and methods meet established GE Vernova design practices and design templates
Support gas turbine design from conceptual design through to detailed design, as well as manufacturing qualification activities
Support gas turbine engine testing including test planning, test execution and monitoring, and post-test validation analyses
Support installed fleet by addressing manufacturing deviations, product cost out efforts, and customer issue root cause analyses as needed
Work closely with performance, aerodynamic, mechanical, and other cross functional teams to ensure successful program execution
Document, report, and review design and analysis results with team members, component owners, customers, and leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Aerospace or comparable)
Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering industry experience
Preferred
At least 3 years of engineering design experience in gas turbine engines
Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Strong inter-personal and communication skills
Experience with NX/Unigraphics, Ansys, and CFD tools
Demonstrated understanding of heat transfer design methods, gas turbine systems, and aerodynamics
Understanding of internal GE Vernova business processes
Demonstrated ability to understand customer requirements and draft plans to meet them
Demonstrated quality focus with probabilistic and data driven approach to problem solving
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova
A 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program
Providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
A tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and 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
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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