Mechanical Project Engineer

Job Description Summary

GE applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electric transformation of the world's energy infrastructure. Designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies, we serve specialized sectors such as marine, industry, energy and all related services.

We are looking for a lead mechanical engineer to work within our systems engineering organisation based in Glasgow or Rugby. You will be responsible for supporting our contract manufacturing partners during the builds of our drive, switchboard and associated distribution products. You will also be involved in the design and documentation of our equipment as part of the project team delivering new solutions.

Due to the security restrictions on this role, applications will only be accepted from UK Nationals who either hold, or are eligible for SC security clearance.

Job Description

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide mechanical engineering support to contract manufacturing partners during the build of power electronics, switchboards, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Act as the main technical point of contact for mechanical engineering topics during manufacturing and project execution.
• Respond to technical queries, support production schedules, and help resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Contribute to the mechanical design and documentation of new and existing products as part of a project delivery team.
• Collaborate with supplier quality teams to support capability assessments of new manufacturing suppliers.
• Work with product and project managers to align engineering priorities, costs, and manufacturing schedules.
• Support test planning, routine testing, and customer factory acceptance testing.
• Create and maintain 3D models and 2D technical drawings using CAD tools.
• Create and manage parts and bills of materials within the PLM system.
• Travel within the UK and internationally as required to support suppliers, manufacturing activities, and project needs.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification, or relevant practical experience in a mechanical engineering environment.
• Experience in mechanical engineering for manufacturing, product support, or product development.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, sheet metal design, welding, coating technologies, electro-mechanical assembly, design for manufacture and assembly, and material selection.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics.
• Good communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Sole UK nationality and current eligibility for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

• Experience in a project engineering or technical lead role.
• Proficiency in PTC Creo or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience using Siemens Teamcenter or similar PLM tools for parts and bill of materials management.
• Experience in industrial equipment, electrical equipment, or defense-related engineering environments.
• Previous experience supporting UK naval engineering projects.

• This role is open only to sole UK Nationals.
• Candidates must hold, or be eligible to obtain, UK Security Clearance at SC level.