Lead Mechanical Engineer - Electrical Component

Charleroi, United States

Full Time

Posted September 30, 2026

$98k - $98k

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 1, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

The Lead Engineer executes development projects to meet financial, performance, and time-to-market goals.

Lead the development of new high voltage dead-tank circuit breakers by providing expertise in the area of arc interruption as well as dielectric and power testing of our products
Utilize analytic and simulation software such as ANSYS to define key parameters for the design of interrupters with focus on alternative green gas technology
Prepare and present updates on projects to R&D leaders
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met and the final product meets required specifications
Design components and subassemblies, working closely with designers/ draftsmen, ensuring manufacturability, ease of assembly, cost effectiveness, and quality
Plan and oversee type tests, according to IEEE and IEC standards, required to qualify circuit breakers and/or components, working in coordination with R&D Test Engineers.
Take ownership of existing products, acting as technical support for other departments
Develop and execute action plans to respond to issues, problems, and any additional assigned tasks
Review and approve detailed engineering component and assembly drawings
Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks is consistent with engineering policies and procedures

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 5 years of experience in high voltage product design, development and testing
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an Engineering position including experience with 3D CAD software (i.e. CREO, SolidWorks, Inventor)
Experience with simulation software such as ANSYS
Experience working cooperatively and effectively in an international team environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to influence others and lead small teams
Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
Ability to coordinate several projects & tasks simultaneously
Effective problem identification and solution skills
Proven analytical and organizational ability
Experience in MS Office software including MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
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).