Lead Mechanical Engineer - Electrical Component

GE Vernova is a company that focuses on renewable energy solutions, and they are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to execute development projects. This role involves leading design, analysis, and project management tasks while providing technical support for existing products.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of new high voltage dead-tank circuit breakers by providing expertise in the area of arc interruption as well as dielectric and power testing of our products
• Utilize analytic and simulation software such as ANSYS to define key parameters for the design of interrupters with focus on alternative green gas technology
• Prepare and present updates on projects to R&D leaders
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met and the final product meets required specifications
• Design components and subassemblies, working closely with designers/ draftsmen, ensuring manufacturability, ease of assembly, cost effectiveness, and quality
• Plan and oversee type tests, according to IEEE and IEC standards, required to qualify circuit breakers and/or components, working in coordination with R&D Test Engineers
• Take ownership of existing products, acting as technical support for other departments
• Develop and execute action plans to respond to issues, problems, and any additional assigned tasks
• Review and approve detailed engineering component and assembly drawings
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks is consistent with engineering policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in high voltage product design, development and testing
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an Engineering position including experience with 3D CAD software (i.e. CREO, SolidWorks, Inventor)
• Experience with simulation software such as ANSYS
• Experience working cooperatively and effectively in an international team environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams
• Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate several projects & tasks simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Experience in MS Office software including MS Excel and MS PowerPoint