Lead Mechanical Engineer

Date PostedJune 11, 2026LocationUnited States (Remote, 30% travel)CompanyGE VernovaSalaryUSD 89,300.00 - 148,700.00 per yearTypeSenior Level

Job Summary

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will support Hydro Turbine and Generator rehabilitation and new projects within the Fleet Reliability & Operation team. This role involves site visits to assess equipment, supervising tests, and resolving technical issues throughout the project lifecycle. You will collaborate with a skilled engineering team to ensure high-quality service and reliable operation for customers.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct site visits for turbine and generator assessment
  • Provide engineering support and issue resolution
  • Prepare service project documentation and designs
  • Support commissioning and warranty phase activities

Required Skills

  • Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years in hydro industry
  • Hydro Turbine/Generator design knowledge
  • Strong communication and remote collaboration

Job Details

Essential Responsibilities: Fleet (Engineering support of site activities) - Conduct site visits to assess the existing turbine and/or generator condition, supervise signature tests on the unit before disassembly at site. - Daily phone call with site team to answer questions and for problem anticipations. - Provide additional work recommendation upon dismantling and inspection of existing components. - Site record sheet review and approval. - Non-conformity and general issue resolution. - Conduct site visits during the critical phases of the project. - Support commissioning and test phase. Reliability - Issue resolution during warranty period. - Provide Feedback of experience to the design team. Operation - Main site contact for operation and maintenance contracts. Service - Design and related documentation preparation for service projects including customer support, condition assessment, spare parts, part refurbishment, partial unit refurbishment. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. - Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in hydro business. Desired Characteristics - Willingness and ability to travel in North America and around the world. - Ability to work remotely in a team and communicate effectively. - Must have unrestricted USA work authorization. - Creativity, reactivity, sense of urgency, a good mix of common sense and science, priority management, proactivity, autonomy, good communication skills. - Knowledge on Hydro Turbine and Generator design and erecting methods. - PE license is preferred. - Knowledge of calculation methods related to the strength of materials, finite element simulation, metallurgy and welding processes are added values for the job. - This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.