Pitch Electro-Mechanical Engineer

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Job Description Summary

Activities 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

The Pitch Electro-Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for electrical cabinet and harness design within the Pitch team. The engineers in the Pitch system section are responsible for the motors, cabinet assemblies, cables, and integration of these components into the rotor within the Onshore and Offshore wind turbine platforms. Which includes being responsible for trade-off studies, engineering changes and design releases, bill of material creation and maintenance, validation always achieving the excellence in terms of safety and quality. She/He will work cross functionally with colleagues across the global pitch team, with the technical leader, as well as sourcing, validation and quality teams. Focus for a Mechanical-Electrical Pitch engineer is:

i) ensure safety and quality excellence: completion of all hardware releases, leading design changes; seeking most cost-effective and schedule-effective solutions.
ii) lead the design process of the component: with a deep knowledge of the component, leads the trade-off studies and design of the component completing all the releases associated to the project (3D models, 2D drawings, bill of material, parts releases, configuration of the parts, and final approvals).

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

·  Leading:
·  Manage design releases and change processes. Engineering Changes Requests & Enterprise Change Orders, including cabinets assembly and integration into the rotor.
·  Evaluate, select, and apply appropriate electronic technology and components.
·  Able to design in the complex cable harness assemblies for electrical and mechanical properties
·  Practical application of mechanical design tools (CAD, preferrable NX, ANSYS) and creation of the detailed design and Bill of Material for manufacturable product.
·  Full ownership and accountability for design, development, testing (vibration, thermal, ingress protection, etc.) and certification (component & turbine compliance) of appointed component
·  Lifecycle support (including certification) from development to manufacturing to product manufacturing sunset. Respond to manufacturing requests (NCR/SDR) & fleet (PAC) request.
·  Testing and Validation -In a cost-effective manner, selects, develops, document and directs the execution of a physical test (e.g., components, external systems) utilizing instrumentation as needed, to understand the design, validate design/analysis, or demonstrate conformance to requirements
·  Perform Engineering Excellence and provide innovative design solutions to deliver world class in Safety and Quality
·  Operation:
·  Self-management of daily operations to achieve on time priorities scheduled with the technical leader. Accountable of design component deliverables.
·  Work closely with internal customers, fleet support teams, and systems engineering on fleet issues and improvement determinations
·  Deliverables:
·  Coordinate with Product Definition Engineering (PDE) team to produce high quality manufacturing and assembly documentation; 3D / 2D drawings, electrical schematics and technical specifications for accuracy prior to release
·  Ensure quality of deliverables, on time delivery, design cost, DFMEA, performance, availability, weight and general targets defined by the business related to the component.
·  Support:
·  Work with cross-functions (services, manufacturing, suppliers, systems, sourcing, program management) to ensure robust development of component
·  Work with internal and external test labs to drive validation strategy of component requirements
·  As a component owner to apply design practices, standards, new methods or tools according to company process to ensure safety and quality of the product.
·  Support should-cost assessments and support cost optimization efforts with suppliers to meet component cost targets at component level
·  Assist with supplier qualifications including occasional supplier visit for FPQ or to support quality lead audit.
·  Support root cause analysis (RCA) programs to mitigate weaknesses in the design.
·  Ensure lessons learned are promptly incorporated into design

Required Qualifications

·  Bachelor's Degree in a Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or related discipline.
·  Minimum of 6 years proven technology and/or engineering experience in wind turbines or in similar position.
·  Experience in conducting 3D/2D electro-mechanical and control system design and validation (i.e. electrical cabinets, cabling and routing, motor control)
·  Experienced in CAD tools (NX, ANSYS, etc.) and willing to flex between different platforms

​ Desired Characteristics

·  Wind industry expertise with proven results developing & implementing technology programs.
·  Product-Life Cycle-Management (PLM) expertise
·  Able to work independently
·  Able to understand electrical schematics
·  Knowledge and application of electro-mechanical components in power conversion applications, including wire separation for power and control distribution.
·  Knowledge of relevant industry Standards and applicable Design Codes (e.g. IEC/UL 61800-5-1).
·  Skilled in mechanical and electrical component design calculations, specifications and schematics.
·  Demonstrated system thinking: ability to assess tradeoffs, effectively assess risk, and optimize results.
·  Business acumen and customer focus.
·  Demonstrated ability to work horizontally across stakeholders to influence outcomes.
·  Strong interpersonal skills including: ownership, self-motivated, problem solving, analytical, team player, communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to develop relationships.

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