Lead Mechanical Engineer - Structures and Durability

Job Description SummaryA Lead Engineer in the Structures and Durability Laboratory, GE Vernova Advanced Research Center, will work on the design, development and lifing 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.

GE Vernova Advanced Research Center works on technologies including carbon capture, 100% H2 combustion, Advanced Manufacturing, Next Generation Nuclear, super critical CO2, electric machines, onshore and offshore wind turbines, gas and steam power generation systems, hybrid energy storage.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, analysis, and testing of electromechanical/structural components including conceptual design, detailed design, testing, validation, and product implementation.
• Work with other support functions and/or external suppliers to meet project deliverables.
• Participate and contribute in project and technical reviews.
• Provide expertise to resolve technical challenges across the organization.
• 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 structures and composites.
• Participate and contribute to technical guidance and direction across the group to grow overall technical capability and product knowledge in technical focus areas.
• Participate and contribute to technical development across the organization through effective coaching/mentoring.
• Participate and contribute to preparing technical proposals for internal customers and external agencies.
• Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field with a minimum of 3 years of industrial experience or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 6 years of industrial experience
• 3+ years of experience in solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, mechanical behavior of materials, finite element methods (including advanced meshing tools and non-linear analysis), and failure theories.
• Execution mindset and sense of urgency.
• 3+ years of experience and high efficiency in using 3D solid modeling software (i.e. Unigraphics/Solidworks/ProE/CATIA).

Eligibility Requirement

• 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

• Experience in conceiving, developing, and carrying out experiments in component hardware and transferring component level tests into full scale hardware solutions
• Demonstrate strong technical skills in fracture mechanics. Knowledge or experience with materials and manufacturing techniques used in composites.
• Knowledge or experience with materials and manufacturing methods for electromechanical system components including alloys and coatings as well as grinding, finishing and hardening methods.
• Proficiency in Matlab.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a global team environment.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 10, 2026.

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. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.