Lead Engineer - Testing

Job Description Summary

Vernova Purpose

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

What impact you'll make

The Lead Test Engineer is a hands-on role responsible for coordinating and executing product development testing for steam and gas turbine components in the Schenectady Technology Lab (STL) facility. In this role, you will have technical ownership of assigned test programs including evaluation of test rig-related facility engineering projects. You will adhere to internal processes to ensure test programs are developed that meet customer requirements and fit within facility capabilities.

Job Description

What you'll do:

• Responsible for the planning, design, development, instrumentation, and execution of engineering test programs for turbomachinery components.
• Act as the primary customer interface responsible for customer requirements and deliverables.
• Manage test project-related activities including the design and coordination of facility modifications, data acquisition set up, hardware installation, operations planning and test documentation.
• Deliver technical presentations at design reviews and other program reviews.
• Maintain operational compliance with ISO requirements and update the Test Record File.
• Establish work priorities consistent with the lab's priorities and key objectives.
• Ensure compliance with GE and regulatory EHS policies and maintain a safe work environment with a goal of "zero" injuries.
• Develop and implement process improvements.

What you'll bring (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related Engineering/Science from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in design, development, or testing of turbines, jet engines, or turbomachinery.

Eligibility Requirements:

• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
• Ability and willingness to travel 5% of the time; domestic & international.
• Must be able to work 100% on-site in Schenectady, NY.
• Relocation assistance only considered from within the USA.

Desired Characteristics:

• Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work well with all levels within the organization.
• Boundaryless thinker with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and resolve problems.

The base pay range for this position is $98,400.00 - $164,000.00 USD Annual.

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% performance bonus.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This position will stay open on the career website until at least 1/17/2025.

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

About GE Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova's Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry's largest installed base.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes