Job Description Summary

As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business’s mission to power the energy transition. We forge the partnerships and invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future.

Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 technology partners to execute on 150+ energy-focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.

As a Research Engineer in the Mechanical Systems and Design Laboratory at the GE Vernova Advanced Research Center, you will work on the design and development of advanced mechanical components and/or systems for a broad range of current and future GE products. These are applied in the GE Vernova businesses including steam, gas, nuclear, hydro, onshore, offshore, LM Wind, Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, and Hybrids.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design, analysis, and testing of machinery components and systems including conceptual design, detailed design, testing, validation, and product implementation.

• Work with other support functions and/or external suppliers to meet project deliverables.

• Prepare and participate in project and technical reviews.

• Provide expertise to resolve technical challenges across the organization.

• Participate in technology road mapping and competitive assessment to drive new technology programs.

• Work with internal and external collaborators in developing new project proposals and initiatives.

• Stay connected with industry and university trends, helping GE Vernova stay current with new Technologies in the areas of mechanical and mechatronic systems.

• Provide technical guidance and direction across the group to grow overall technical capability and product knowledge in technical focus areas.

• Provide technical development across the organization through effective coaching/mentoring.

• Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Applied Mechanics in rotating machinery and/or rotating components design OR MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Applied Mechanics in rotating machinery and/or rotating components design with a minimum of 3 years of industrial experience

• Expertise with the design, analysis (including finite element analysis) and testing of structural components.

• Expertise with design and fabrication of mechanisms, including flexures

• Expertise with systems dynamics modeling, model based controller design, and implementation using hardware (NI /dSPACE/RTLab)

• Experience in conceiving, developing, and carrying out experiments in component hardware and transferring component level tests into full scale hardware solutions.

• Proficiency using 3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo) and finite element analysis using ANSYS or equivalent tools.

• Experience with product design constraints, manufacturing techniques and material processing selections in turbomachinery and electrical machines.

• Experience in conceptual design, build up and validation of full scale rotating machinery incorporating new or experimental technology.

• Experience in conceiving, developing and carrying out experiments in mechatronics component hardware and transferring component level tests into full scale hardware solutions.

• Interpersonal, leadership and communication skills in a global team environment.

• Execution mindset and sense of urgency.

• Proficiency in Labview and Matlab, SIMULINK.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

• Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.

• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.

• Must be 18 years or older.

Desired Characteristics

• System modeling - Coupling of fluid, thermal, structural, electromagnetic analyses.

• Experience with materials and manufacturing techniques used in rotating components including alloys and coatings as well as grinding, finishing and hardening methods.

• Experience in rotating machine design in the power generation, propulsion and/or oil and gas sectors

• Knowledge of novel materials and their constitutive models (example – ferrofluids, soft materials)

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong Interpersonal, leadership and communication skills in a global team environment.

• Must be able to take ownership of issues and drive solutions

The base pay range for this position is $85,600 - $142,600. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This position will be posted until at least 7/25/2024.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes