Lead Mechanical System Design Engineer

Job Description SummaryWe are seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Research & Innovation team, driving the development of next-generation power conversion technologies for grid-scale energy systems. This role sits at the intersection of advanced R&D and practical application, delivering solutions from concept through prototype to product.
You will innovate across mechanical design, packaging, assembly, and cooling systems of power converters intended for grid applications while collaborating with global engineering teams in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Are you ready to join our world-class team of researchers and do you have “The Energy to Change the World”?

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, specialists, and technicians on advanced power converter design and hardware testing
• Create 3D models of electromechanical components and assemblies
• Support mechanical evaluation of power conversion systems, including alignment, cooling configuration, and instrumentation setup
• Calculate, model, simulate complex multi-physics systems using state-of-the-art engineering practices and standards
• Fabricate, assemble, and test mechanical components and subsystems for engineering prototypes and test fixtures for a wide variety of applications
• Build lab-scale test setups, develop test procedures, and execute test plans
• Independently troubleshoot and resolve technical mechanical issues
• Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems within projects, product lines, markets, sales processes, campaigns or customers.
• Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource in a the mechanical engineering domain for colleagues with less experience.
• May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.
• Adhere to all EHS guidelines and compliance policies
• Travel to GE Vernova and customer sites as required

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a engineering field with a minimum of 1 year industry experience in design, development, testing, and validation of mechanical structure, enclosure, thermal management system for power converters
• OR
• Master’s degree in an Mechanical Engineering field with a minimum of 2 years of industry experience in design, development, testing, and validation of mechanical structure, enclosure, thermal management system for power converters
• Experience designing test setups for prototyping and hardware characterization
• Experience designing mechanical subsystems (busbars, structural supports, thermal management) across diverse applications
• Proficiency with CAD software, 3D layout tools, and simulation tools such as Ansys, SolidWorks, etc
• U.S. work authorization required (visa sponsorship not available for this position)
• Location: Niskayuna, NY (on-site)
• Must be 18 years or older.

Desired Characteristics

• 2+ years in an R&D lab environment or equipment manufacturing
• Experience with grid hardware such as power converters, drives, transformers, and other substation components design
• Proven track record of delivering on schedule
• Familiarity with ASTM standards
• Knowledge of safety standards including LOTO, PPE requirements,
• Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible in a global, cross-functional team environment

• Note:

  
  To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 June 08, 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.