Lead Engineer – Wind Turbine Blade Structural Components

GE Vernova•Greenville, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer with at least three years of experience to join our Blade Components team and serve as a technical anchor for our next generation of wind turbine technology. In this role, you will take full ownership of the design, analysis, and evaluation of critical blade components, ensuring that every project adheres to our strict prioritization of safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will act as a primary technical authority, bridging the gap between theoretical design and factory reality by developing concepts that are not only structurally robust but also inherently manufacturable. Your daily impact will span the entire product lifecycle, from resolving complex field quality issues and providing repair solutions to spearheading New Technology Introduction (NTI) initiatives. Beyond your technical contributions, you will play a pivotal role in our cross-functional strategy, acting as a liaison between Design, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to build consensus on technical approaches. As a subject matter expert, you will define design rules and specifications, perform proactive risk assessments, and use data-driven insights to shape our long-term technology roadmap. We are looking for an individual who is as passionate about people as they are about engineering; you will foster a culture of psychological safety by mentoring junior engineers, sharing best practices, and facilitating professional growth across the discipline. If you are a decisive problem-solver who thrives on taking a fresh perspective on existing solutions and wants to influence the future of wind energy, we invite you to help us drive the next phase of our manufacturing transformation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Mechanics or related discipline.
Minimum 3 years working experience in metallic or composite structural design, testing, or relevant experience.
In-depth knowledge of mechanical design and testing, mechanics, failure mode analysis, and building-block approach.
Experienced with metallic or composite prototype building.
Ability and willingness to travel globally up to 20% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Postgraduate degree.
Technical expertise in composite structural components with demonstrated ability to design and own engineering outcomes regarding safety, quality, and fulfillment of customer needs.
Demonstrated ability to work in manufacturing environment alongside operators and laboratory technicians.
Experience in statistical analysis, holds APQP Level 2 certifications, and has familiarity with the TRL/MRL processes.
Experience in complex issue resolution by coordinating cross-functional teams and demonstrating analytical problem-solving skills utilizing tools such as (FMEA), RCA 8D process, etc.
Knowledge of wind turbine industry standards and regulations as it pertains to wind turbine blade structural components.
Experience in project management by creating a clear, executable path from high level objectives, and demonstrating operational execution rigor by ensuring the objectives are realized.
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to individuals at all levels of the organization while ensuring transparency and gaining alignment with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead by setting the gold standard for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, ensuring these priorities guide every design decision and project execution.
Serve as the go-to subject matter expert for blade components, staying at the forefront of technical innovations to shape our strategy and internal policies.
Create blade component concepts that balance rigorous structural requirements with real-world manufacturing capabilities, resolving any disconnects with proactive action plans.
Resolve critical field quality issues, optimize production performance, or pioneer new technology (NTI/NPI) using data-driven analysis.
Act as the technical bridge, working across departments to align stakeholders, build consensus on project scopes, and solve multifaceted engineering challenges.
Lead complex projects with autonomy, leveraging expertise to guide junior engineers, and cultivate a psychologically safe culture where coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing are at the core of team success.
Perform high-level risk assessments, developing robust mitigation strategies that protect products and ensure delivery remains safe, high-quality, and reliable.
Develop a deep understanding of our competitive landscape, using industry knowledge to differentiate products and ensure design rules remain market-leading.
Explain complex, sensitive technical information with clarity and persuasion, influencing key decisions and driving project success through expert communication.
Take new perspectives on existing solutions, using technical judgment to innovate and improve operational and product management lifecycle.

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
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