Engineer - Hot Gas Path and Combustion Materials

GE Vernova • Greenville, SC

1d • $72,000 - $108,000

About The Position

The Hot Gas Path and Combustion Materials Engineer will lead and support material and process development, product qualifications, cost reduction initiatives, and material analysis requests to further gas turbine materials technology and quality. The Hot Gas Path and Combustion team focuses on casting, joining and fabrication of nickel and steel alloys for components used in the combustion and beyond sections of a gas turbine.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with up to 2 years relevant experience, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Engineering Materials, Metallurgical, Mechanical, or related discipline from an accredited college or university
• Ability to access and handle US Export Controlled information

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of materials fundamentals (thermodynamics, phase diagrams, kinetics, mechanical behavior)
• Familiarity with characterization techniques (SEM, optical microscopy, XRD, mechanical testing)
• Understanding of metallography and microstructural analysis
• Knowledge of nickel or steel alloys and their strengthening / deformation mechanisms
• Knowledge of thermal barrier coatings, oxidation coatings, and wear coatings
• Familiarity with mechanical testing such as tensile, fatigue, and creep
• Data analysis capabilities (Excel, statistical software, potentially Python/MATLAB
• 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 people skills to work with team members and support tasks

Responsibilities

• Support materials selection for power generation components (blades, vanes, combustors)
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing processes (casting, welding, heat treatment, coatings)
• Review quality control inspections and non-destructive testing evaluations
• Assist with root cause analysis of material-related failures or defects
• Document test results, prepare technical reports, and maintain test records
• Support new materials qualification programs
• Participate in process development and optimization projects
• Help implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality standards
• Research and evaluate new materials, coatings, or processing techniques
• Work with design engineers to write or revise material specifications and requirements
• Interface with suppliers on material certifications and quality issues
• Support manufacturing teams with troubleshooting and process improvements

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level