Lead Mechanical Engineer – Fleet Reliability and Operations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Perform site inspections to evaluate the current condition of turbines and/or generators, overseeing signature tests on the unit prior to disassembly on site.

• Engage in daily phone discussions with the site team to address inquiries and anticipate potential issues.

• Recommend additional work following the disassembly and inspection of existing components.

• Review and approve site record sheets.

• Resolve non-conformities and general issues.

• Conduct site visits during critical project phases.

• Assist during the commissioning and testing phases.

• Address reliability issues during the warranty period.

• Provide feedback from experiences to the design team.

• Serve as the primary site contact for operation and maintenance contracts.

• Prepare service design and related documentation for service projects, which includes customer support, condition assessments, spare parts, part refurbishment, and partial unit refurbishment.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the hydro industry.

• Willingness and capability to travel within North America and internationally.

• Ability to work remotely within a team and communicate effectively.

• Must be prepared to undergo pre-employment screening, which includes reference verification and background checks.

• Must possess unrestricted work authorization for the USA.

• Attributes such as creativity, responsiveness, a sense of urgency, a balanced mix of common sense and scientific understanding, effective priority management, proactivity, autonomy, and strong communication skills are required.

• Knowledge of hydro turbine and generator design and installation methods.

• A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.

• Familiarity with calculation methods concerning material strength, finite element simulation, metallurgy, and welding processes will be considered an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, offering 24/7 confidential assessments, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and retirement contributions.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off.