[Remote] Lead Mechanical Engineer - Fleet Reliability and Operations (Hydroelectric industry)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GE Vernova is a company focused on hydroelectric solutions, and they are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their Fleet Reliability & Operation team. The role involves engineering support for hydro turbine and generator rehabilitation projects, conducting site visits, and ensuring effective communication with site teams during critical project phases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits to assess the existing turbine and/or generator condition, supervise signature tests on the unit before disassembly at site
• Daily phone call with site team to answer questions and for problem anticipations
• Provide additional work recommendation upon dismantling and inspection of existing components
• Site record sheet review and approval
• Non-conformity and general issue resolution
• Conduct site visits during the critical phases of the project
• Support commissioning and test phase
• Issue resolution during warranty period
• Provide Feedback of experience to the design team
• Main site contact for operation and maintenance contracts
• Design and related documentation preparation for service projects including customer support, condition assessment, spare parts, part refurbishment, partial unit refurbishment

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in hydro business
• Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited, reference verification and background check
• Must have unrestricted USA work authorization
• Willingness and ability to travel in North America and around the world
• Ability to work remotely in a team and communicate effectively
• Creativity, reactivity, sense of urgency, a good mix of common sense and science, priority management, proactivity, autonomy, good communication skills, are the main characteristics require for this position
• Knowledge on Hydro Turbine and Generator design and erecting methods
• PE license is preferred
• Knowledge of calculation methods related to the strength of materials, finite element simulation, metallurgy and welding processes are added values for the job

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• The GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company 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

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