Senior Engineer – Towers & Welding

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

The Senior Materials Engineer supports steel materials and processing technologies used in the design and manufacture of wind turbine products, specializing in towers and other welded components. The role works with cross-functional teams to deliver qualified components that meet engineering requirements, cost targets, and production schedules. It also leads materials and process research, supplier evaluation, quality improvement, and resolution of manufacturing and in-service issues. The position requires domestic and international travel as needed, approximately 20%.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Welding, Metallurgical, Materials Science Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of steel materials or steel process engineering experience related to materials and processes used in wind turbine towers.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with structural welding.
• 5 years of experience working with international codes and standards for steel materials, welding, testing, and compliance.
• Ability and availability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, approximately 20%.

Nice To Haves

• Non-destructive testing knowledge, especially UT, PAUT, and MPI.
• Hands-on experience in metallurgical testing and analysis and material failure modes and analysis techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive consensus.
• Highly motivated and hands-on approach.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs and projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional teams in delivering qualified wind turbine components that meet engineering requirements, cost targets, and production fulfillment schedules.
• Review supplier documentation, perform audits, and evaluate test results against GE requirements.
• Execute research and development programs on steel materials and processes for new GE Vernova Wind turbine product introductions.
• Review quality, composition, and mechanical-property records to identify trends that may indicate changes in product quality.
• Drive continuous improvement of wind components to improve quality or reduce costs through new or revised special processes and alternate materials.
• Evaluate new tools and analysis as applicable for MPE.
• Lead resolution of material-processing issues encountered during supplier manufacturing and throughout component service life.
• Interact with customers as needed.
• Perform root-cause and corrective-action analyses for problems involving manufacturing processes and customer operations.
• Write and interpret material and special-process specifications.
• Ensure specification acceptance and inspection procedures and processing instructions are suitable, complete, and properly controlled.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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.
• Professional development and competitive compensation.
• Relocation assistance is not provided.

What This Job Offers

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