Yaw System Mechanical Design Engineer

GE Vernova•Greenville, NC

About The Position

As part of GE Vernova’s Wind Global Machine Head Yaw subsystem team, the Yaw System Mechanical Design Engineer owns hardware and supports design, analysis, supplier qualification, testing, and validation of mechanical rotating components for utility-scale wind turbines. The role primarily supports hydraulic power unit (HPU) systems throughout their lifecycle, from conceptual and detailed design through development, testing, qualification, manufacturing, and installed-fleet support. The engineer drives technical excellence and continuous improvement in component design, analysis, cost, and reliability. Responsibilities include new product introduction, technology integration, field issue resolution, design documentation, validation planning, quality, cross-functional collaboration, and cost-saving initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
At least 2 years of mechanical analysis and design experience in industry, including full-time, co-op, or internship experience.
Experience with 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.
Ability to work on global projects with team members across cultural boundaries.
Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions.
Strong desire and ability to drive improvement and change.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Established knowledge of mechanical design processes and participation in cross-functional teams.
Working knowledge of Ansys or other finite element analysis tools.
Experience developing external vendors or suppliers.
Design experience with rotating components in the yaw subsystem, such as yaw drives, yaw tower bolts, yaw brakes, or hydraulic systems.
Experience with system design, including interface definition, DFMEA, and design for manufacturability, installation, and serviceability.
Hydraulic design experience, including specifying accumulator volume and pre-charge pressure and sizing orifices and hoses.
Knowledge of ISO-4406 cleanliness requirements for components and filtration methods to meet those requirements.
Experience with Famic Automation Studio hydraulic analysis.

Responsibilities

Execute projects for new product introduction, new technology integration, and field issue resolution, with a strong focus on quality and reliability verified through physical testing.
Design wind turbine yaw system components, focusing on hydraulic pressure unit (HPU) systems, high-speed brakes, and yaw brakes, including component design, system interaction, and system 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 prove component function and reliability.
Provide innovative design solutions that meet timing, product cost, and reliability targets.
Ensure quality of new and revised drawings, bills of materials, and specifications in accordance with GE Vernova and industry processes, standards, and best practices.
Work cross-functionally 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.
Conduct timely and complete technical root cause analysis of field failures and identify design-related corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Identify and execute cost-saving ideas and strategies.
Drive adoption of advanced technology, materials, manufacturing methods, and design tools and methods for yaw subsystem components.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to 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 with a 401(k) savings opportunity, 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.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Relocation assistance.