Prototype Test Engineer

Summary: GE Vernova is focused on the design and development of innovative products and solutions. The Prototype Test Engineer role involves designing and implementing advanced measurement sensors, supporting test programs, and ensuring effective collaboration with various teams to achieve program objectives. Responsibilities: - Design and implement state-of-the-art mechanical, electrical, and optical measurement sensors, and develop signal delivery methods to data acquisition systems - Create and review drawings and specifications for products and measurement systems, and develop test product installation and operational procedures across the product line - Prepare and support design reviews, test readiness reviews, and the engineering tollgate process - Support combined test teams in scoping, test program planning, and execution to achieve program objectives, with a focus on gas turbines - Lead and coordinate with design engineering, manufacturing, field services, and customers to ensure tests are planned and executed flawlessly - Oversee component hardware modifications and integration into the test article assembly process, while providing hands-on support in the preparation of test articles and execution of test programs - Design and operate auxiliary systems providing power, cooling, lubrication, structural support, and safety measures for mechanical and electrical systems, and develop fabrication quality plans integrated with manufacturing processes - Procure necessary equipment, parts, and materials; manage suppliers; disposition nonconforming equipment, parts, and materials during manufacturing and commissioning; lead cross-functional teams of 3 to 10 engineers, scientists, and specialists; and ensure multiple schedules and budgets in support of engineering programs - Ability and willingness to travel globally to work at GE facilities, supplier facilities, or customer power plants, up to 30% of time per year - Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area - May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework. Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures. Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters - Good interpersonal skills including developing strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE Vernova. Explains technical information to others Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related science Preferred Qualifications: - Master's Degree in Engineering - Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an engineering field - GE Vernova EEDP (Edison Engineering Development Program) graduate (GE Vernova employees only) - Experience with power-generating turbines, power plants, jet engines, or other turbomachinery - Working knowledge of engineering software and proficiency in PC-based computer applications - Strong engineering technical skills with a solid foundation in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, mechanics of materials, and mechanical and electrical measurement theory - Practical engineering background including experience with tools, fabrication equipment, and/or electro-mechanical devices - Proven project management skills with strong technical writing and documentation capabilities - Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and positively motivate team members - Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs Required Skills: Mechanical measurement sensors, Electrical measurement sensors, Optical measurement sensors, Data acquisition systems, Drawing and specification review, Test product installation procedures, Test operational procedures, Gas turbine testing, Component hardware modification, Auxiliary systems design, Fabrication quality plans, Fluid dynamics, Heat transfer, Mechanics of materials, Mechanical measurement theory, Electrical measurement theory, Engineering software, Electro-mechanical devices, Project management Benefits: Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes, Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus., Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource, Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services, GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants, Tuition assistance, Adoption assistance, Paid parental leave, Disability benefits, Life insurance, 12 paid holidays, Permissive time off