GE Vernova

Materials Engineer - Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE)

GE Vernova • $80K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Non-Destructive Evaluation, or a related field
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience, internship, or graduate research
  • Advanced degree in a related field is preferred
  • Experience with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and sensor technologies preferred
  • Centrally certified in one or more NDT Methods is an asset

Responsibilities

  • Develop and clarify NDE processes and procedures in collaboration with NDE engineers
  • Specify NDE techniques and limits in partnership with Design Engineering
  • Qualify NDT techniques at suppliers and support training for qualification
  • Interpret NDE results and determine material disposition based on findings
  • Define and develop state-of-the-art NDE methods for unique inspection challenges
  • Apply material science knowledge to choose appropriate NDE methods
  • Conduct failure analysis to find root causes of failures using multiple engineering techniques

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Access to a 24/7 nurse-based resource and Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave and disability benefits
  • Generous paid holidays and permissive time off
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineering position focuses on research, development, implementation, and qualification of non-destructive testing methods for the GE Vernova Gas Power business as well as other GE Vernova businesses as needed. This position supports Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, Aeroderivative, and HRSG product lines through projects assigned by manager and mentored by experienced senior level engineers. Projects include inspection development programs, specification creation and revision to address product quality, analysis of customer hardware to assess failure modes, and participation in materials development programs related to new product offerings or corrective actions to address customer issues.

Job Description

Essential Functions (Responsibilities):

The NDE Engineering position focuses on the development, implementation, and qualification of non-destructive testing methods / procedures for the GE Vernova Gas Power business as well as other GE Vernova businesses as needed. Essential job functions for this role include:
  • Working closely with NDE engineers in the group to develop, improve, or clarify NDE processes and procedures.
  • Interfacing with Design Engineering to specify the correct NDE techniques and limits to meet the needs of the components.
  • Qualification of NDT techniques at suppliers and in-house as needed. Support training activities as needed to accomplish qualification activities.
  • Interpret NDE results and disposition of materials based on inspection findings
  • Maintain an active role in defining state-of-the-art NDE methods and developing new capabilities to address unique component inspection challenges.
  • Apply material science and processing technology knowledge to select appropriate NDE methods capable of detecting material and/or processing defects.
  • Support process development and continuous improvement to reduce defects or improve inspection capability.
  • Review and disposition component deviation requests - documenting engineering judgement after technical review of factors contributing to deviations.
  • Authoring specifications and procedures, reviewing drawings
  • Failure analysis / Forensic engineering to determine root cause of failure using NDE, fractographic, and metallographic techniques to investigate environmental, material, and material processing contributions to failure.

Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Minimum of a BS degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Non Destructive Evaluation, or related field.
  • Prior 1+ years experience in a relevant field (one of the following): Prior full-time work experience or co-op/internship, or graduate research.


DesiredCharacteristics:
  • Advanced degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Non Destructive Evaluation, or related field.
  • Experience with optical, acoustic, magnetic, and/or thermal sensor technologies.
  • Experience with material processing technologies such as steelmaking, forging, casting, joining, or fabrication.
  • Centrally certified (ASNT or equivalent) in one or more NDT Methods, or the qualifications and willingness to pursue certification.
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector or welding inspection experience.
  • Familiarity with engineering drawings, material specifications, inspection procedures, or industry standards.
  • Exposure to programming, data analysis, automation, CAD, CNC equipment, PLCs, or inspection software.
  • Mechanical aptitude and a structured approach to troubleshooting and experimentation.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and technical integrity.
  • Curious and receptive to coaching, feedback, and unfamiliar technologies.
  • Interested in understanding, developing, and improving inspection processes, not solely performing established inspections.
  • Able to work effectively with engineers, technicians, manufacturing personnel, quality teams, and suppliers.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business


This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. 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 September 29, 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.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

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