Lead Engineer - Service Engineering

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Join Ritesh Shah and his team at GE Vernova in Richmond, VA as a Lead Engineer - Service Engineering.

As a member of the Steam Power Services Inquiry to Remittance (ITR) engineering team in Americas, you will be an active contributor to the service engineering activities such as outage planning and execution, technical guidance to field engineers and customers, technical lead for complex repairs at sites or shops, root cause analysis on product and process issues, design of steam turbine components and technical support to parts engineering and sourcing teams for the product designs form, fit and function. This role will require you to partner with the rotating equipment steam turbine design engineering teams globally for the product designs and development to provide safe, reliable, and quality focused product solutions.

Success Metrics: Success will be evaluated based on internal and external customers technical satisfaction with a focus on delivering engineering services that are safe, compliant, right first time and on time.

Your Role:
As a Lead steam turbine service engineer, you will be responsible to provide technical guidance to field engineers and customers during outage planning and execution, provide inspection and test plan for unit assembly/disassembly’s at site, and service center repairs, root cause analysis, conduct and be part of design reviews to fulfill technical requirements. Essential function is to partner with the rotating equipment steam turbine engineering teams for the product designs and development to provide safe, reliable, and quality focused product solutions.

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities:

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Technical guidance to field engineers and service managers during outage planning and execution of industrial, fossil, and nuclear steam turbines for both GE and oOEM units.

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Lead service center complex repairs on rotors, diaphragms, casings, valves, etc.

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Be single point of contact and technical interface for complex repairs projects with repairs sales, customer service managers, project managers, sourcing, engineering, and quality team.

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Responsible to meet project on time engineering deliverables and technical requirements.

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Be part of lean methodologies to ensure robust daily management, engineering deliverables, and continuous improvement, centered on Safety, Quality, Deliver & Cost in that order.

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Provide inspection and test plan for site assembly/disassembly and for service center repair scope.

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Lead and participate product qualification process first of a kind for service shops, design reviews and technical risks discussion both internally and externally with the customers.

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Provide technical recommendations and guidance during outage planning phase to internal and external customers.

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Provide technical guidance to parts engineering and sourcing teams for product design form, fit and function.

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Disposition on product/process non-conformances and support implementation of corrective/preventative actions through RCA.

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Collaborate and partner with sales/service directors, on site services, repairs centers, field engineers and parts engineering groups to provide technical direction and guidance.

Basic Qualifications:

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Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field of study from an accredited college or university.

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Minimum of 4+ years of experience in steam turbine service engineering.

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Minimum of 2+ years of field execution experience, preferably within the power generation industry.

Desired Characteristics (Technical Skills / Competencies):

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Good understanding of steam turbine and balance of plant systems and operations.

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Steam turbine rotating and stationary components inspection methods and repairs.

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Steam turbine disassembly, assembly, startups and operational exposure.

Social Skills / Competencies:

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Capable of providing concise technical directions with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Deliver on commitments, sense of urgency to respond quickly and efficiently, proactive, self-starter.

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Able to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner, both in writing and verbally.

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Change agent – ability to engage employees globally and empower teams to drive change.

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Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects.

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Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to recognize opportunities for productivity improvements.

**Candidates that are within driving distance of Atlanta, GA will be considered**

ABOUT US

Inclusion & Diversity  

 At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture , where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.  Click here to learn more:  https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, The base pay range for this position is $98,000 - $164,000 per year .

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This position will stay open on the career website until at least 10/7/2025.

Benefits Available to You

 GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce:  Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

·  Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
·  A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
·  GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development .

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. 

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

 

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. ​

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