Lead Engineer – Yaw Systems

GE Vernova

8d•$89,300 - $148,700

About The Position

Join GE Vernova’s Wind Global Machine Head Yaw subsystem team and own hardware for utility-scale wind turbines, including design, analysis, supplier qualification, testing, and validation of mechanical rotating components. The role primarily supports hydraulic and passive mechanical braking systems throughout their life cycle, from conceptual and detailed design through development, testing, qualification, manufacturing, and installed-fleet support. Drive technical excellence and continuous improvement in component design, analysis, cost, and reliability. The position works on yaw system components including hydraulic pressure unit systems, yaw bearings, yaw drives, and yaw brakes. Responsibilities include new product introduction, technology integration, field issue resolution, test and validation planning, design documentation and standards, quality of drawings and specifications, root-cause analysis, corrective action, and cost reduction. Work cross-functionally with quality, manufacturing, sourcing, suppliers, field support, and other teams. The role may require travel up to 10%. GE Vernova provides relocation assistance. U.S. candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Offers are contingent on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
At least 6 years of mechanical analysis and design experience in industry.
Working knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing.
Experience with 3D CAD tools such as Unigraphics or Siemens NX.
Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication, project management, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead global projects with team members across cultural boundaries.
Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions.
Knowledge and execution experience with established problem-solving processes.
Strong desire and ability to drive improvement and change.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Working knowledge of Ansys or other finite element analysis tools.
Experience designing wind turbine yaw subsystem components, including yaw drives, yaw bearings, bolted joints, and hydraulic or mechanical yaw braking systems.
Experience with system design, including interface definition, system stiffness, DFMEA, and design for manufacturability, installation, and serviceability.
Track record of collaborating with business product managers and suppliers or vendors to optimize component costs and influence purchasing strategy.

Responsibilities

Execute projects for new product introduction, new technology integration, and field issue resolution, emphasizing quality and reliability validated through physical testing.
Design wind-turbine yaw system components, focusing on hydraulic pressure unit systems, yaw bearings, yaw drives, and yaw brakes, including component design, system interaction, and reliability.
Own and incorporate lessons learned, best practices, and standardization into design documentation, including design practices, drawings, and technical specifications.
Develop testing and validation plans to demonstrate component function and reliability.
Develop innovative design solutions that meet timing, product cost, and reliability targets.
Ensure the quality of new and revised drawings, bills of materials, and specifications, applying GE Vernova and industry processes, standards, and best practices.
Collaborate with quality, manufacturing engineering, sourcing, suppliers, field support, and other teams to improve product quality and first-time yield.
Support manufacturing, sourcing, and field teams with issue resolution and corrective actions for design-related causes, including NCR, SDR, and PAC issues.
Perform timely and complete technical root-cause analysis of field failures and identify design corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Identify and execute cost-saving ideas and strategies.
Introduce advanced technology, materials, manufacturing methods, and design tools or methods to advance the strategic position of yaw subsystem components.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to GE Vernova Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings 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.
Professional development and competitive compensation.