Job Description SummaryActivities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies. Work in this family typically has the objective of demonstrating through test or analyses the performance and implementation potential of a concept
Impacts the team's ability to achieve service, quality and timeliness of objectives. The role is subject to operating policy objectives. There is moderate autonomy within the role. High levels of operational judgment are required to achieve outcomes required.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities- Define the Future: You will translate complex structural challenges into a multi-generational technology roadmap, bridging the gap between theoretical research and real-world industrial scale. Build a robust portfolio of Research programs to drive structural mechanics and durability of products across the GE Vernova businesses (Power, Wind, and Electrification).
- Lead Innovation: You'll spearhead early-stage development, from "napkin sketch" concepts to field-deployed structural solutions.
- Shape the Vision: As a strategic partner to our Chief Engineers and Business Leaders, you will ensure our structural research strategy is perfectly aligned with the global needs of Power, Wind, and Electrification.
- Build the Next Generation: You will mentor a team of elite researchers, fostering a culture of scientific rigor, psychological safety, and bold experimentation.
Required Qualifications- Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
- Technical Expertise: 5+ years of hands-on experience leading technical programs or R&D efforts in structural mechanics, durability, fatigue analysis, or a closely related engineering discipline.
- People Leadership: Proven direct management experience leading teams of 3 or more engineers or scientists, with demonstrated ability to develop talent, navigate performance, and build high-performing organizations.
Eligibility Requirements- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; this role is not eligible for immigration or visa sponsorship. This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws. Consistent with U.S. export regulations, we can only consider applicants who are "U.S. persons" as defined by law.
- Must be willing to work onsite at GE Vernova Advanced Research, Niskayuna, NY - onsite presence is essential to support hands-on collaboration and direct reports.
Preferred Qualifications- Demonstrated track record of successfully contributing to, writing and executing on competitive proposals with U.S. government agencies such as DOE, ARPA-E, DOD, DARPA, or equivalent federal sponsors.
- Ability to translate complex technical and business challenges into clear priorities, actionable plans, and measurable outcome
- Industrial application experience in mechanical engineering with emphasis on structural mechanics and durability - with direct exposure to the challenges of scaling structural solutions from lab research into production environments
- Demonstrated success in transitioning R&D technology into commercial or industrial products, including full lifecycle ownership from concept through deployment
- Experience leading or collaborating with global or geographically distributed teams across multiple business functions and engineering disciplines in a matrixed environment
- Familiarity with advanced structural analysis tools such as FEA (finite element analysis), probabilistic durability modeling, fatigue life prediction, or related computational methods
- Understanding of customer needs and competitive industry trends in power generation, wind energy, or electrification - with the ability to convert insights into technology strategy
- Track record of building and sustaining a culture of safety and continuous improvement within a technical research or engineering organization
- Experience with Lean methodologies applied in a research, product development, or early-stage technology environment
- Active presence in the professional community through conference participation, publications, or technical society leadership that advances GE Vernova's external reputation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to present complex structural mechanics concepts to executive and non-technical business audiences
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $144,870.00 and $241,230.00. 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.
