CDT-DSE Mechanical Design & Prototyping Engineer

Job Description Summary

Oversee and lead fabrication and development projects within our Rapid Prototyping & Machining Lab (RPM Lab). The engineer will be responsible to coordinate and facilitate the assembly of prototype and production-grade gas turbine measurement sensors. The role will focus primarily on fiber optic non-contact measurements and temperature/pressure rakes. This role will require significant hands-on involvement and project leadership skills as well as opportunities for 3D printing, machining, and design validation processes.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design and project support of test programs in the CDT labs, Test stands and Field Engine testing.
• Support precision sensor development including optical technology, traditional temperature, pressure and strain, and other technologies unique to gas turbine validation.
• Provide support of machining operations (milling, drilling, turning)
• Create detailed 3D models of precision hardware, component specifications, and drawings, including utilizing PLM for formal documentation and revision control.
• Perform mechanical analysis & engineering calculations of components including strain/stress, thermal, and vibration analysis.
• Provide mechanical design and system process review of validation equipment. Review, evaluate, and approve supplier analyses & designs working with Sourcing to ensure cost effective design solutions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local & international codes and standards (such as ASME, ASTM, ATEX, NEC, EU Norms, etc.).
• Be responsible for the safety, quality, delivery, and cost of new or modified designs. Complete design reviews and system development in coordination with the Chief Engineering Office (CEO) and Controlled Title Holders (CTH), including utilizing PLM and DRB for final approvals and revision control.
• Lead hardware and sensor projects from design through fabrication, testing, and delivery, including purchasing, scheduling, resource planning, training, customer coordination, and supervision of the construction and fabrication of new or upgraded sensor hardware and measurement equipment, including machining processes.
• Collaborate with Test Engineers and Gas Power Engineering (GPE) design team members to plan, implement and execute customer tests across CDT facilities.
• Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline from an accredited university or college and minimum of 5+ years of engineering experience working with gas turbine technology.
• Proficiency in solid modeling using CAD software (UG, Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360)
• Working knowledge of machining operations (milling, drilling, turning)
• Familiarity with 3D printing and rapid prototyping methods
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and solid models

• Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills are essential for effective teamwork and technical traceability.
• Strict adherence to GE Vernova safety practices, including The Life Saving Rules.
• Strong interest/knowledge around measurement technology & metrology for gas turbines.
• Experience in measurement technology development including mechanical design analysis of the hardware.
• Knowledge and understanding of gas turbine shroud hardware design, repair and life constraints including thermal/mechanical implications, as well as turbine clearances.
• Knowledge and ability to perform machining processes with machines including mill, lathe, surface grinder, drill press, as well as basic welding and joining techniques.
• Exposure to finite element analysis (stress, modal analysis)
• Hands-on experience with machining tools (saws, drills, power tools)
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot 3D printing equipment
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to assess situations and make judgments based on practice or previous experience
• Travel expected less than 5% for work with suppliers or other GE Vernova sites.