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The role offers hardware ownership opportunity including design, analysis, supplier qualification, testing and validation focusing on mechanical rotating components for utility scale wind turbines.You will primarily support the hydraulic power unit system through the entire life cycle from conceptual design through detailed design and development, testing, qualification, manufacturing, and installed fleet support. The engineer will drive technical excellence and continuous improvement in the design, analysis, cost, and reliability of the components under their responsibility.\nJob Description\nEssential Responsibilities\nYou will:\nExecute projects pertaining to new product introduction, new technology integration, and field issue resolution with a heavy focus on quality and reliability verified by physical testing\nBe responsible for designing yaw system components for wind turbines focusing on hydraulic pressure unit (HPU) systems, high speed brakes, and yaw brakes encompassing component design, system interaction, and system reliability\nHold ownership of and drive lessons learned, best practices, and standardization into design related documentation such as design practices, drawings, and technical specifications\nResponsible for design, development of testing/validation plans to prove component function and reliability\nProvide innovative design solutions to meet aggressive timing, product cost, and reliability targets\nEnsure quality of new and revised drawings, BoMs, and specifications applying all GEV and industry processes, standards, and best practices\nWork cross functionally, developing strong relationships with quality teams, manufacturing engineers, sourcing, suppliers, field support, and others to improve product quality and first-time yield\nSupport manufacturing, sourcing, and the field with issue resolution and quick corrective actions for design related causes (NCR, SDR, PAC)\nDrive quick, complete technical root cause analysis of field failures and identify design related corrective actions to prevent recurrence\nIdentify and execute cost saving ideas and strategies\nDrive efforts to introduce advanced technology, materials, manufacturing methods, new design tools/methods to advance the strategic position of yaw subsystem components\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering\nMinimum 2 years mechanical analysis and design experience in industry from full time, co-op, or internship role\nTechnical drawing, GD&T, and manufacturing experience\nExperience with 3D-CAD tools like Unigraphics / Siemens NX\nAbility to travel up to 10%\nDesired Characteristics\nExcellent communication, project management, interpersonal, and presentation skills\nProven ability to work on global projects with team members across cultural boundaries\nAbility to work under pressure and challenging conditions\nStrong desire and ability to drive improvement and change\nFluent English written and spoken\nMaster’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering\nEstablished mechanical design process knowledge and cross functional team participation\nWorking knowledge of Ansys or other finite element analysis tools\nExternal vendor/supplier development experience\nDesign experience working on components in the Rotating Components yaw subsystem (yaw drives, yaw tower bolts, yaw brakes, hydraulic systems)\nExperience with system design including interface definition, DFMEA, and design for manufacturability / installation / serviceability\nHydraulic-specific design experience including:Ability to spec accumulator volume and pre-charge pressure, size orifices, and hoses\nKnowledge of ISO-4406 cleanliness requirements for components and filtration methods to achieve requirements\n\nFamic Automation Studio hydraulic analysis experience\nGE 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.\nGE 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).\nRelocation Assistance Provided: Yes\nFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. 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 October 30, 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. 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