Materials Engineer

GE Vernova • Greenville, SC

22h • $72,000 - $108,000

About The Position

Activities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies. Work in this family typically has the objective of demonstrating through test or analyses the performance and implementation potential of a concept Accountable for the quality of own work. Subject to direct operations supervision/prescribed work instructions/systems checking. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Conceptual, or theoretical activities relating to the development, improvement, and usage of materials, coatings, and processes undertaken to build, apply, or shape the materials. Developing conceptual knowledge of professional discipline. May include support roles with specialized expertise or technical knowledge in broad area. Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience. Understands how work of own team contributes to the area. Resolves issues using established procedures. Consults supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters. Collaborates with others to solve issues. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Exchanges technical information, asks questions and checks for understanding. Support cross-functional teams to deliver qualified Wind Turbine components that meet engineering requirements, cost targets, and production fulfillment schedules. Resolve material processing related issues encountered during manufacturing at suppliers and throughout the life cycle of the component while in service. Review records of quality, composition, and mechanical properties to detect trends that may indicate undesirable changes in product quality. Perform root cause and corrective action analyses to solve problems encountered with manufacturing processes and customer operations. Write and interpret material and special process specifications. Ensure that specification acceptance/inspection procedures, and processing instructions are suitable, complete, and that these documents are properly controlled. Execute research and development programs on new composite materials and processes that enable new product introductions for GE Wind turbines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Metallurgical, Materials Science Engineering or related field from an accredited university.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of international codes and standards for composite materials, testing, and compliance.
• Hands-on experience in composite testing and analysis.
• Experience with material failure modes and analysis techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive consensus
• Highly motivated and hands-on.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional teams to deliver qualified Wind Turbine components that meet engineering requirements, cost targets, and production fulfillment schedules.
• Resolve material processing related issues encountered during manufacturing at suppliers and throughout the life cycle of the component while in service.
• Review records of quality, composition, and mechanical properties to detect trends that may indicate undesirable changes in product quality.
• Perform root cause and corrective action analyses to solve problems encountered with manufacturing processes and customer operations.
• Write and interpret material and special process specifications.
• Ensure that specification acceptance/inspection procedures, and processing instructions are suitable, complete, and that these documents are properly controlled.
• Execute research and development programs on new composite materials and processes that enable new product introductions for GE Wind turbines.

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