Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description Summary
The Mechanical Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, analyzing, and optimizing the products within the gas power portfolio. This role involves working across various stages of the product lifecycle, from initial design to field issue resolution. The engineer will ensure technical excellence, safety, and performance of mechanical components through advanced analysis, innovative design, and continuous improvement

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Design and analyze mechanical components throughout the gas power product portfolio.
Perform thermal, stress, and modal analysis of components within the gas turbine, steam, generator, aeroderivative, and powerplant accessory space.
Conduct testing and validation of new and existing designs and analyze post-test data.
Create design documentation, including drawings, layouts, and diagrams.
Lead engineering focal for new Qualifications supporting GEV and supplier production.
Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and develop corrective actions (CAPA) to improve product reliability, quality, and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize designs.
Take technical ownership of mechanical hardware and apply mechanical principles.
Work within teams for project execution and process improvement.
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders ie. Controlled Title Holders, analysis experts, and global sites.
Comply with R&D processes, manage milestones, and seek peer validation.
Support tendering bids with specific calculations and recommendations.
Participate in peer and design reviews, solving complex analytical problems.
Embrace Lean principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical, Process, Chemical, or Aeronautical Engineering.
1-3 years of experience in Mechanical or Fluids Engineering and/or Quality.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT - Desired Characteristics

Strong focus on safety, quality, execution, and process rigor.

Open-minded, self-motivated, and empowered to challenge thinking to dream big and smart risks.
Demonstrated capability in collaborating within a team and customers to create an inclusive environment.
Ability to rapidly shift priorities based on business needs.
Strong organizational skills, communicating with transparency to deliver project milestones
Capable of breaking down complex problems and executing to solution.
Familiar with AI and possess a continuous improvement (Lean) mindset.
Familiarity with ANSYS, NX, Python, VBA, and other analytical tools.
Passion for innovative mechanical and aero-thermal design.
Capable of breaking down complex problems and executing to solution.

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

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 $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. 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: ineligible.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 21, 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.