Test Engineer - 2nd Shift

Job Description Summary

The 2nd Shift Test Engineer will work at the Houston Service Center to test Aero-derivative gas turbine engines. This role will help support testing of engines, provide technical support to test technicians, operations leadership, and to customers.

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for monitoring engine testing and interpreting test results per applicable test manuals
• Provide technical support to resolve engine performance, combustion, or rotor dynamic issues
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolution of engine and test facility operational issues
• Review and approve test data for certified test reports
• Assist with test systems upgrades to accommodate new products or replacement of obsolete equipment
• Work effectively with a team that includes other Test Engineers, Test Technicians, Metrology, and Quality to achieve testing goals
• Coordinate consistent and effective shift-to-shift testing turnover and transitions
• Support leadership in strategic planning of manpower, equipment, and other resources
• Use technical experience and analytical thinking to resolve to test related issues
• Lead test cell improvement projects
• Develop and improve test technician skill sets
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Electrical/Aeronautical or two-year degree (Associates or Technical)
• At least 5+ years of relevant working experience in a test cell environment
• Work flexibility to support varying work hours, including weekends, and holidays as required
• Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to respond quickly to customer needs
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English language.

Desired Characteristics:

• Gas turbine performance testing
• Basic vibration analysis
• Experience with PLCs
• Experience with Woodward controls
• Experience with high-speed data acquisition systems (DAS)
• Experience working with rotating industrial machinery, i.e. reciprocating engines, turbine engines, compressors, pumps, etc.
• Understanding of thermodynamic combustion cycles
• Lean Manufacturing experience driving process improvements
• Six Sigma certification
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills

About Us: Aero Alliance is a Joint Venture that serves three segments of customers - its two parent companies, Baker Hughes and GE Vernova, as well as the Authorized Service Providers (ASP) network. At Aero Alliance, our purpose is to deliver improved product, repair & execution strategy & fulfillment with best-in-class quality, speed and cost for the JV Partners & ASPs.

Our people are the trusted experts, relied on to solve challenges big and small. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

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: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $91,400.00 and $152,200.00. 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 February 03, 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.

Client-provided location(s): Houston, TX

Job ID: GE_Vernova-322891189

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-02-04T18:32:24