Senior Gearbox Engineer (m/f/d)

Job Description Summary

The Senior Gearbox Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, development, validation, and technical support of gearbox systems and related drivetrain components. This role applies advanced engineering knowledge to solve complex technical problems, improve product performance and reliability, and support cross-functional execution across new product development, manufacturing, quality, and field support. The position is expected to provide technical leadership, influence design and program decisions, and contribute to the development of engineering standards and best practices.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute gearbox engineering activities across concept, design, analysis, validation, and product support phases

• Perform technical calculations, detailed design reviews, and failure analysis for gearboxes and associated drivetrain components

• Support prototype builds, qualification testing, validation, and issue resolution

• Conduct root cause analysis for field failures, warranty claims, and customer issues, and define corrective actions

• Develop and review technical documentation including specifications, drawings, analysis reports, test plans, and design change packages

• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, service, and program teams to ensure designs are robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective

• Apply engineering judgment to resolve complex technical issues and recommend solutions that may extend beyond established parameters

• Provide technical direction, coaching, and mentoring to junior engineers and project team members

• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers

• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and product reliability

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

• Significant engineering experience in gearbox, drivetrain, rotating equipment, or closely related mechanical systems

• Strong knowledge of gearbox design principles, gear loading, bearings, lubrication, tribology, fatigue, and failure mechanisms

• Experience with engineering analysis tools, CAD systems, and validation/testing methods

• Proven ability to manage complex technical problems, prioritize work, and make sound engineering decisions

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, matrixed environment

• Demonstrated ability to mentor others and provide technical leadership

Desired Characteristics :

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent advanced experience

• Experience in wind turbine gearbox engineering or industrial gearbox design

• Familiarity with FMEA, reliability engineering, design for manufacturability, and root cause analysis methods

• Strong business acumen and understanding of product cost, quality, and delivery tradeoffs

• Ability to influence without authority and build consensus across teams

• Strong ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset

GE-Level Alignment

This role is typically aligned to a professional/technical level position with senior individual contributor expectations, where the incumbent:

• Uses specialized technical knowledge to influence engineering direction and implementation

• Works with moderate autonomy within established engineering frameworks

• Solves moderately to highly complex technical problems

• Collaborates across functions and may mentor less experienced colleagues

• Contributes to technical strategy, product improvement, and operational execution

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113.200 and $188.800. 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 29.05.2026.

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.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Neufahrn bei Freising, Germany

Job ID: GE_Vernova-761144832

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-30T18:32:16