Lead Engineer 2- Mechanical Components

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

16h

About The Position

Member of specialized team supporting numerous collaborative projects with external customers & government agencies to advance the technological development of electric machines in novel markets. Roles and Responsibilities The candidate is expected to troubleshoot issues for rapid resolution, often under the challenge of short machine prototyping schedules and milestones. Must perform hands-on prototype build tasks, testing, and design. A primary focus on technical advancement and team productivity is required. The major thrust of this position is the mechanical design and analysis of electric machine components/assemblies, and the ancillary tooling required to manufacture. This involves the application of solid mechanics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, electromagnetics, and mechanics of materials. Other activities will be involved in directing drafting and supporting manufacturing, suppliers and business partners to assure that design intent from conceptual definition to finished product is achieved. During R&D and Aerospace prototyping major milestone gaps, candidate may be required to assist with mechanical design and analysis of turbine generator fields, excitation components, power train dynamics, and ancillary hardware/assemblies. 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: ineligible. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 28, 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
Minimum 3 years work exposure to power generation equipment, electric machine design, and advanced electric machine hardware prototyping.
Design engineering experience supporting manufacturing processes.
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.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
Ability to function within a fast-paced prototyping/R&D Environment.
Experience with electric machine manufacturing processes and quality assurance practices.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to document, plan, and execute technical solutions.

Responsibilities

troubleshoot issues for rapid resolution
perform hands-on prototype build tasks, testing, and design
mechanical design and analysis of electric machine components/assemblies, and the ancillary tooling required to manufacture
directing drafting and supporting manufacturing, suppliers and business partners to assure that design intent from conceptual definition to finished product is achieved
assist with mechanical design and analysis of turbine generator fields, excitation components, power train dynamics, and ancillary hardware/assemblies

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
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
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off