Engineer - Mechanical Engineering

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

This early-career Mechanical Engineering position is part of GE Vernova Wind’s Engineering team and supports the development and lifecycle ownership of wind turbine mechanical hardware. The work spans new product and technology introduction, validation and testing, field support, and root cause analysis.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will design mechanical structural parts for wind turbines, including towers, castings, forgings, fabrications, and rotating components. You will coordinate component interfaces with other engineering teams, create engineering drawings and sourcing specifications, assess technical risks, carry out validation test plans, and help resolve issues with components in fielded turbines. The role also provides technical training, mentorship, and coaching from experienced technologists and managers.

GE Vernova Wind supports more than 50,000 installed turbines across more than 35 countries, with over 100 GW of global installed capacity. The company describes its work as helping expand renewable energy and offering products and services to support a cleaner future.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.

Nice To Haves

• Highly motivated, self-starting, energetic, positive, and flexible in changing environments.
• Structured approach to problem solving and learning agility.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical problems clearly and simply.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on project teams in an international environment.
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis and CAD software.
• Passion for renewable energy and/or sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering solutions for wind turbine mechanical structural parts, including towers, castings, forgings, fabrications, and rotating components.
• Coordinate interfaces between mechanical systems and components with other GE Vernova Wind engineering teams.
• Develop engineering drawings and specification requirements for sourcing wind turbine components.
• Perform technical risk assessments and execute validation test plans to mitigate risks.
• Assist with resolving mechanical component issues for turbines in the field.
• Participate in technical training, mentorship, and coaching.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) opportunity with company matching 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.
• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
• Relocation assistance.
• Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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