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Mechanical Design Engineer - Main Bearing

GE Vernova

Greenville, SCJob$98–164K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$98–164K/yr
Location
Greenville, SC
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Mechanical Design Engineer will support GE Vernova’s Wind Global Machine Head Driveline subsystem, with primary responsibility for main bearings throughout their lifecycle, from conceptual design through installed-fleet support. The role covers new product and technology introduction, design and analysis, testing and validation, manufacturing support, and field issue resolution. It also drives technical improvements in component quality, reliability, cost, and design practices.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical DesignMechanical AnalysisTechnical DrawingsGD&TManufacturing3D CADAnsysFinite Element AnalysisMechanical Component DesignSystem DesignInterface DefinitionSystem StiffnessDFMEADesign for ManufacturabilityDesign for InstallationDesign for ServiceabilityBearing ManufacturingProduct Lifecycle ManagementSupplier CollaborationCost OptimizationPower GenerationCommunicationProject ManagementInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsGlobal Project LeadershipProblem SolvingChange Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical EngineeringExtensive Industry ExperienceMaster's in Mechanical EngineeringFluent English

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Description Summary

You will be a part of GE Vernova’s Wind Global Machine Head Driveline subsystem.

The team is responsible for mechanical hardware (main bearing, main shaft, covers, rotor locks, rotor brakes, and couplings) including New Product / Technology Introduction, Validation & Testing, Field Support, and Root Cause Analysis for utility scale wind turbines.

You will primarily support the main bearing through the entire life cycle from conceptual design through detailed design and development, testing, qualification, manufacturing, validation, and installed fleet support.

You will drive technical excellence and continuous improvement in the design, analysis, cost, and reliability of the components under their responsibility. #LI-ML2

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Execute 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

  • Be responsible for designing build-to-spec main bearings for wind turbines encompassing component specification design, analysis, system interaction, and system reliability

  • Hold ownership of and drive lessons learned, best practices, and standardization into design related documentation such as design practices, drawings, and technical specifications

  • Responsible for design, development of testing/validation plans to prove component function and reliability

  • Provide innovative design solutions to meet aggressive timing, product cost, and reliability targets

  • Ensure quality of new and revised drawings, BoMs, and specifications applying all GE and industry processes, standards, and best practices

  • Work cross functionally, developing strong relationships with quality teams, manufacturing engineers, sourcing, suppliers, field support, and others to improve product quality and first-time yield

  • Support manufacturing, sourcing, and the field with issue resolution and quick corrective actions for design related causes (NCR, SDR, PAC)

  • Drive quick, complete technical root cause analysis of field failures and identify design related corrective actions to prevent recurrence

  • Identify and execute cost saving ideas and strategies

  • Drive efforts to introduce advanced technology, materials, manufacturing methods, new design tools/methods to advance the strategic position of yaw subsystem components

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

  • Extensive mechanical analysis and design experience in industry

  • Working knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing

  • Experience with 3D-CAD tools like Unigraphics / Siemens NX

Desired Characteristics

  • Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

  • Working knowledge of Ansys or other finite element analysis tools

  • Engineering experience in Design/Product Development of mechanical components (preferably wind turbine mechanical components)

  • Experience with system design including interface definition, system stiffness, DFMEA, and design for manufacturability / installation / serviceability.

  • Experience with bearing manufacturing processes

  • Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management processes & tools

  • Proven track record of collaborating with business product managers and suppliers/vendors to optimize component costs and influence purchasing strategy

  • Experience on power generation products

  • Excellent communication, project management, interpersonal, and presentation skills

  • Proven ability to lead global projects with team members across cultural boundaries

  • Ability to work under pressure and challenging conditions

  • Established problem solving process knowledge and execution

  • Strong desire and ability to drive improvement and change

  • Fluent English written and spoken

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 $98 400,00 and $164 000,00. 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 octobre 09, 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.

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