
Mechanical Design Engineer – Lead Steam Turbine Structure LP Hood Engineer (m/f/d)
Schenectady, NYJob$89–149K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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The Lead Engineer – LP Hood designs project-specific low-pressure hood components and crossover pipes for combined-cycle steam turbines. The role works with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders across worldwide projects, supports junior engineers, and contributes to product and steam-turbine system design. It also performs and reviews engineering analyses and supports manufacturing, field, RTS, and NPI activities.
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Job Description Summary
Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority. If we want our energy future to be different, we must be different. That is our mission. Steam Turbines are one of GE Vernova’s core products for clean energy generation. When used in combined cycle plants they enable the achievement of upmost efficiency and power. Whether the plant operates on liquid or gaseous fuels, carbon neutral e-fuels or hydrogen, steam turbines significantly drive decarbonization. While steam turbines themselves are CO2 free they also enable combine cycle plants to add carbon capture capabilities.
Our engineering team develops and designs those highly efficient turbomachines and seeks new talents to join. Latest engineering sciences and disciplines integrated with digital technologies are key competencies we are looking for. New joiners will enjoy a highly empowered team working across the entire product lifecycle.
Are you interested in being part of the GE Vernova team Leading A New Era of Energy? Do you like having full ownership of a critical technology across the full lifespan? Is a position of Technical and Leadership growth limited only by your imagination and initiative appealing? Maybe a position in our Steam Turbine Engineering team is for You!
The Steam Turbine Engineering team develops and designs highly efficient turbomachines through the latest engineering sciences and disciplines integrated with digital technologies.
The Lead Engineer – LP Hood will work closely with internal partners, interfacing with other teams such as steampath, rotor, thermodynamics, manufacturing, and the people on site, playing a central role in the timely and successful execution of projects worldwide. Primary task is to design project specific LP Hood components and crossover pipe for combined cycle steam turbines, as well as supporting junior engineers in the completion of their daily work and in their development.
Activities contribute to the design and development of products, solutions and overall steam turbine system design for combined cycle projects.
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Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Perform LP Hood and crossover component design in execution of OTR activities for new units
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Implementing technology advancements from a Shaftline System, subsystem, component and material / life vantage points
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Collaborate with global & cross-functional team of internal Steam Turbine Engineers and external stakeholders (Drafting/Global Supply Chain) enabling & fostering mutual technical growth and delivering for our customers.
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Support junior LP hood engineers in their daily work and development
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Perform and review appropriate engineering analysis to ensure robust designs that meet all required CTQs
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Support RTS and NPI activities as required
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Design for EHS/Safety and demonstrate safety skillsets in support of manufacturing and field activities, i.e. lifting and transportation
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Demonstrated excellence applying fundamentals of Mechanical Design, including material properties, statics, strength of materials, FEA’s
QUALIFICATIONS:
In US:
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
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Minimum 4 yrs. engineering experience in Structural Design and familiarity with structural component operability/design process, tools, and procedures
Outside US:
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
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Solid engineering experience in Structural Design and familiarity with structural component operability/design process, tools, and procedures
DESIRED:
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Finite Element Analysis capability
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Basic technical understating of Steam Turbine, Gas Turbine or other turbomachinery products
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Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, & collaboration skills
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Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously and work cross-functionally with multiple engineering teams
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Strong analytical skills working independently and in a team environment
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Experience in Steam Turbine stationary component design
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Familiarity with the full manufacturing process including: fabrication, machining, and factory assembly/ testing practices, specifically as applied to power generation equipment
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Second Language preferred, such as German, French, Spanish, or Polish
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Proficiency in English
We will not sponsor any working visa now or in the future
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 02, 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.
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.
How this job compares
Set against the 750 open Mechanical Design Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$89–149K/yr
- US median$104–156K/yr461 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $119K, is 8% below the US median midpoint ($130K) — in the middle half of Mechanical Design Engineer salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 18 open Mechanical Design Engineer jobs in New York and 750 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Mechanical Design Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (631 postings).
- Education
- 479 of the 750 open Mechanical Design Engineer jobs (64%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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