Blade Structural Engineer

# Job Description Summary

This position will be part of the GE Vernova team responsible for wind blade structural design. The team is responsible for all aspects of wind blade design including conceptual structures, detailed analysis, models and drawings, production support, field failure investigations, testing, and manufacturing support. The role will specifically focus on structural design and analysis of composite structures for new blade designs & existing products as part of GE Vernova’s wind portfolio. This position will also include supporting non-conformances in the factory and providing engineering technical support for fleet issues.

# Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

- Perform structural design calculations in support of new product introduction (NPI) programs, including use of finite element modeling.

- Perform structural design calculations in support of factory non-conformance assessment.

- Provide blade technical expertise for fleet issues (Root Cause Analysis).

- Perform structural design analysis for new load configurations and site-specific loads. assessment. Provide technical report to 3rd party certification body.

- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement on the blade product – drive them through as projects.

- Develop models and pre-test predictions as part of wind blade validation.

Qualifications/Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Composites Engineering, or equivalent

- Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of time

Desired Characteristics

- Languages: English

- Well organized, self-driven, able to work and complete tasks independently and on time

- Product development experience strongly preferred, including knowledge of Composite Structures (design and failure modes)

- Basic CAD and Structural finite element analysis skills preferred

- Basic project management skills with demonstrated ability in managing projects across functions

- Pragmatic approach and proven ability to analyze data

- Able to clearly communicate, convince, motivate and inspire others

- Able to work in a multi-cultural team

- Well organized, self-driven, able to work and complete tasks independently and on time

- Experience applying Lean or Six Sigma Tools

- Advanced degree in Engineering or equivalent

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 Vernova 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