Lead Engineer - Mechanics of Materials & Life Methods

Job Description Summary
The Mechanics of Materials & Life Methods Engineer will guide the development and validation of material characterization programs, from mechanical testing through advanced modeling and verification. The ideal candidate will bridge experimental testing and computational analysis to ensure robust material performance predictions.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute comprehensive mechanical testing programs including tensile, fatigue, creep, fracture toughness, and environmental exposure testing
• Manage testing schedules, budgets, and vendor relationships for internal/external testing facilities
• Process and analyze raw test data, and define statistical material models from this test data for use in gas turbine component finite element analyses and failure analyses
• Perform microscopic evaluation of metallurgical structures of tested material to enhance prediction capability
• Generate technical reports and presentations communicating test results, trends, and recommendations to stakeholders
• Create material model input cards for use in finite element analysis tools (ANSYS and GEV in-house lifing tools)
• Perform 1D and 3D verifications to refine material models to achieve target accuracy

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Materials, Metallurgical, Mechanical, or related discipline from an accredited college or university
• At least 4 years relevant experience

Eligibility Requirements:

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.

Desired Characteristics:

• Master's degree or Ph.D in engineering
• Knowledge of nickel and steel alloys and their strengthening / deformation mechanisms
• Knowledge of mechanical testing such as tensile, fatigue, and creep
• Knowledge of fracture mechanics
• Experience in test data analysis and material modeling
• Experience with fatigue and life prediction methodologies
• Familiarity with finite element methods
• Familiarity with advanced materials (superalloys, additive manufacturing)
• Programming skills (Python, MATLAB) for data processing and automation
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion
• Effective at working independently on complex tasks and managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to work effectively as part of a high performance, cross-functional team to drive impactful results
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members and support tasks
• Experience and familiarity with common software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on February 02, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.